By DeVry University
September 25, 2023
10 min read
September 25, 2023
10 min read
If you’re thinking about pursuing an accounting career, it’s important to consider what education and experience is required. Accounting degree requirements vary according to the type of accounting career you want to consider. Some areas of accounting may also be more competitive than others, so preparing for this career requires careful planning at each step of the journey.
In this article, we’ll talk about what to expect when preparing to pursue an accounting career, the projected job outlook for this field, explore whether an accounting degree is worth it and examine some of the various degree programs that will help enable you to meet academic requirements for accounting careers at different levels.
1Most state boards of accountancy require 150 credit hours of post-secondary education in order to sit for the CPA exam. As this program is less than 150 credit hours, this program alone does not meet the minimum coursework requirements to sit for the CPA exam. Students interested in sitting for the CPA exam should check their state’s requirements. Credits and degrees earned from this institution do not automatically qualify the holder to participate in professional licensing exams to practice certain professions. Persons interested in practicing a regulated profession must contact the appropriate state regulatory agency for their field of interest. DeVry is not able to recommend graduates for professional licensure in any state. New York students should contact the NYSED Office of Professions regarding professional licensure.
2Program, course, and extended classroom availability vary by location. In site-based programs, students will be required to take a substantial amount of coursework online to complete their program.
3At the time of application to the next credential level, an evaluation of qualifying transfer credit will occur and the most beneficial outcome will be applied. Number of credit hours and courses vary by program. See catalog for complete details. En-route graduate certificate credits apply to the relevant master’s degree or MBA with a relevant concentration.
4Employment in this occupation may require years of relevant experience.
5https://www.bls.gov/ooh/business-and-financial/accountants-and-auditors.htm
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