Students gain a solid foundation of accounting technical expertise and business insights, develop research and communication skills, become sensitive to ethical business practices, and interact with accounting and business professional communities. Internships before graduation are also common.
Opportunities exist in public accounting, industry, government, and not-for-profit organizations. Graduates may specialize in general accounting, taxation, or auditing. Other specializations exist in taxation, forensic accounting, and accounting systems, with professional certifications such as Certified Public Accountant (CPA), Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE), Certified Financial Planner (CFP), Certified Management Accountant (CMA), and many others.