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Accounting
Programs of Study
ESU offers an accounting major within the Bachelor of Science in Business degree program plus a minor for those students majoring in areas other than accounting. An accounting concentration is available at the graduate level as part of the MBA program. The accounting concentration can be used in satisfying the 150-hour requirement for admission to the CPA Exam.
Professional Certification
Over the years, ESU's accounting graduates have compiled an outstanding record of performance on the Certified Public Accountant (CPA) examination. The accounting program provides students with the technical skills and competencies needed to sit for professional examinations such as CPA and Certified Management Accountant (CMA) exams.
Internship Program
As a senior accounting major, you also may participate in ESU's accounting internship program, which is the oldest and most successful in Kansas. In this program, you spend a semester working with professional accountants, usually in a CPA firm, where you can receive up to four hours of credit plus a salary. This internship lets you gain practical experience and helps you make better career decisions. The internship experience usually gives you an advantage when looking for a permanent job.
Other Opportunities
Opportunities outside the classroom are as valuable as academic experiences. The ESU Accounting Club and Beta Alpha Psi, a national honorary society:
- broaden your understanding of the accounting profession
- create a close relationship among accounting students
- help you meet successful accountants
Both organizations sponsor a wide range of activities each year, including field trips, presentations by accountants, picnics, and a Christmas party. The highlight of the year is the Spring Banquet during which outstanding students receive scholarships and are recognized for their contributions to the university. The best accounting students academically are recognized at the annual banquet.