George Mason University

Course Details

Accounting Major

Course Description

The accounting program prepares you for a professional career in public, private, and governmental accounting. The bachelor of science in accounting provides a basic foundation of accounting and business knowledge in areas such as financial and managerial accounting, auditing, tax accounting and accounting information systems. Our program emphasizes the accounting profession and its role in business, professional responsibilities and ethics, analytical abilities, communication skills, and computer literacy.

Course Duration

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120credit

Career outcomes

Career as Accountant (Including Public, Management and Government Accountants) Actuaries Auditor Budget Analyst Claims Examiner and Investigator Cost Estimator Credit Analyst Financial Analyst Financial Examiner Loan Counselor Purchasing Agent Revenue Agent Tax Examiner Treasurer/Controller




Accounting Major George Mason University