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Career opportunities for undergraduate accounting majors are found in public accounting, private industry, government and nonprofit organizations. Check out this AICPA resource you can use to find more accounting degree salaries and career opportunities.
An undergraduate degree in accounting can prepare you for opportunities in a variety of industries. Accounting is fundamental for success in a wide range of industries and is integrated into all forms of career paths. The skills you gain as an accounting student can take you in a number of directions.
A few of the skills the accounting degree provides:
According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, employment opportunities for accountants and auditors is projected to grow 7 percent from 2020 to 2030, which represents average growth for all occupations.
Find out more about the outlook for related fields such as budget analysts, financial managers, tax examiners and personal financial advisors.
The average salary of accounting graduates in 2021 was $77,250. Salary outlook can vary greatly depending on the local job market, skill level and work experience.
The accounting degree can provide you with a variety of knowledge and skills including:
An accounting degree can prepare you to be a leader in a variety of fields. The unique skills learned through an accounting degree provide you with the versatility to enter the industry of your choice and prepare you to make an impact in your field.
Learn more about the BSBA Major in Accounting
Recent Drexel accounting graduates have landed jobs at the following companies:
Many students also choose to continue their studies in graduate schools, pursuing such degrees as:
Brandon Jacob
Associate Director, Undergraduate Career Services
bjj59@drexel.eduGerri C. LeBow Hall 329