Accounting
Where could a degree in Accounting take me?
Accountants are needed when the economy is thriving as well as when the economy is in a downturn. Accounting is a critical business function in every organization imaginable. This fact affords accounting graduates a wide variety of career choices upon successful completion of our program. For those that learn the fundamental knowledge and skills, coupled with problem solving abilities, the opportunities are limitless.
Career Opportunities
in Accounting
A wide variety of career choices for accountants exists. Public accounting consists of the “Big-Four” international CPA firms, in addition to national, regional, and local firms. Accountants in the public sector may pursue interest in auditing, taxation, financial accounting, or management advisory services.
Why Study Accounting at TSU?
Accounting graduates can pursue careers in public accounting, industry, and the nonprofit sector. Opportunities in public accounting include auditing, taxation, financial accounting, and management advisory services with international, national, regional, and local firms. Students may also pursue careers in managerial accounting, cost accounting, and internal auditing, as well as positions within government agencies, healthcare organizations, colleges and universities, and other nonprofit institutions.
Professional Preparation
Our program is designed to position students for graduate-level studies and successful attainment of the Certified Public Accountant (CPA) designation. TSU accounting students have demonstrated exceptional performance on the CPA exam, with scores reaching as high as 96.
Entrepreneurial Success
Many accounting professionals choose to establish their own businesses and accounting firms. Through a combination of technical knowledge, practical skills, and a strong work ethic, TSU graduates have successfully forged their own paths as entrepreneurs. The same opportunities await future students who are ready to build their careers through accounting.
What Makes Our Faculty
and Staff Exceptional?
The faculty and staff of the Department of Accounting are passionate, engaging, and committed to helping students achieve their academic and career goals. Drawing on first-hand knowledge of industry trends and emerging accounting issues, they provide students with a deeper understanding of the principles that shape the profession. Internationally recognized for their research, 100% of our full-time professors hold doctoral degrees and many possess respected professional credentials, including the CPA designation.
To maximize individual attention and student success, the program maintains an average 20-to-1 professor-to-student ratio. This allows students to learn directly from industry experts while benefiting from personalized guidance both inside and outside the classroom. Although the program is rigorous and fast-paced, it provides students with the knowledge, support, and opportunities needed to pursue ambitious professional goals.
What Does It Take to Earn an
Accounting Degree?
Develop the knowledge, skills, and professional mindset needed to become a successful accounting leader.
Preparing Future Accounting Leaders
The Accounting Department in the College of Business is committed to preparing well-trained, competent, and trustworthy professionals for success in today’s global marketplace. Through a comprehensive curriculum and a focus on academic excellence, students gain the knowledge and experience needed to address complex business challenges and pursue rewarding careers in accounting and related fields.
Students are encouraged to develop not only technical expertise, but also the professional skills necessary to compete for the most lucrative and dynamic opportunities available. Graduates of the program are equipped to become productive and responsible leaders who contribute meaningfully to organizations and communities.
Preparing Future Accounting Leaders
The Accounting Department in the College of Business is committed to preparing well-trained, competent, and trustworthy professionals for success in today’s global marketplace. Through a comprehensive curriculum and a focus on academic excellence, students gain the knowledge and experience needed to address complex business challenges and pursue rewarding careers in accounting and related fields.
Students are encouraged to develop not only technical expertise, but also the professional skills necessary to compete for the most lucrative and dynamic opportunities available. Graduates of the program are equipped to become productive and responsible leaders who contribute meaningfully to organizations and communities.
Awards and Scholarships
Accounting majors who demonstrate academic achievement, leadership, and involvement in student activities may be eligible for awards and scholarships from organizations such as the Tennessee Society of CPAs (TNCPA), Association of Government Accountants (AGA), Institute of Management Accountants (IMA), Financial Executives International (FEI), Institute of Internal Auditors (IIA), and Beta Alpha Psi (BAP). Additional scholarship opportunities are also available through various professional organizations.
CPA Preparation
The Certified Public Accountant (CPA) designation is one of the most recognized credentials in the accounting profession. Students may pursue the MBA Concentration in Accounting at TSU to satisfy the 150-hour educational requirement needed to sit for the CPA exam, which is offered throughout the year.
Professional Certifications
In addition to the CPA designation, accounting graduates may pursue a variety of professional certifications to enhance their careers. These include the Certified Management Accountant (CMA), Certified Financial Manager (CFM), Certified Internal Auditor (CIA), Certified Governmental Financial Manager (CGFM), Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE), and Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA).
Let us get
you there!
If you see yourself fulfilling your dreams and building the future you deserve through a successful career in accounting, we invite you to begin that journey with us. The Department of Accounting is committed to helping you make a seamless transition from student to professional through rigorous academics, personalized support, and meaningful opportunities for growth. Take the next step toward achieving your goals and join a community dedicated to developing the next generation of accounting leaders.