The Undergraduate Accounting Program requires professional admission to the Eller College of Management. This process is separate from the admission to The University of Arizona. A Rigorous 4-Year Accounting Program Accounting involves the collection, organization, and presentation of financial information for effective decision-making. Accounting services often include independent auditing, tax advice and tax return preparation, financial and management consulting, and entrepreneurial services. All accounting is characterized by compiling, analyzing, and reporting on the financial conditions of the many functions for companies, nonprofit organizations, government agencies, and individuals.

The understanding gained from a degree in Accounting of how to collect, organize, analyze, and present financial information and make effective financial decisions forms a strong career foundation. Graduates in Accounting can pursue careers in firms or independently, working with businesses, financial institutions, organizations, government, and individuals. Accounting is also useful preparation for graduate study in business administration or economics. Potential Career Areas Account management Corporate finance Business policy Auditing Tax preparation Analysis Consulting/advising Outreach Personal finance Sample Employers Accounting firms Businesses Nonprofit organizations Tax preparation services Government agencies Banks Insurance companies Individuals Colleges and universities