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Accounting

 

WELCOME TO KSU ACCOUNTING

The mission of the Department of Accounting is to contribute to society by providing an effective, inclusive and innovative learning environment, producing high quality research, promoting the accounting profession, and engaging with the business community.

We are one of only 180 universities worldwide to achieve dual accreditation in both business and accounting from AACSB International, the longest-serving global accrediting body for business schools that offer undergraduate, master’s and doctoral degrees in business and accounting. AACSB accreditation is the gold standard for students seeking the finest education and companies seeking cutting edge talent. 

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  • AACSB_SEALS

    Among less than 2% of business schools worldwide to receive dual AACSB accreditation in both business and accounting.

  • TFE

    Ranked Among Top 100 MSA programs by TFE Times.

  • IMA

    One of 79 accounting programs worldwide to receive IMA endorsement. 

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     Member of the CGMA Finance Leadership Program.

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An Overview of the Accounting Profession 

 

The Accounting Profession | Accounting Certifications

 

Accounting certifications can be used to enhance your career, achieve promotions and get pay raises. A range of options are available; some may be a better fit for you than others, depending on your career goals. The following is a sample list of certifications available in the accounting area.

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ACCOUNTING DEGREES & CERTIFICATES

B.B.A. in Accounting

The Bachelor of Business Administration degree in Accounting is designed to provide students with a solid foundation in accounting theory and practice necessary for entry-level accounting positions and career advancement. It encompasses a common body of concepts, conventions, principles and theories essential to the professional competency of the certified public accountant, controller, industrial accountant, institutional accountant and governmental accountant.

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M.S. in Accounting

The Master of Science in Accounting degree is for students interested in higher-level positions in banking, taxation, insurance or any company with a financial division. More than just focusing on debits and credits, the M.S.A. degree promotes critical thinking, hands-on application of technology and effective communication and ethical decision-making skills. Graduates pursue careers in auditing, taxation, fraud investigation, law enforcement, investment banking, management and consulting. The flexible combination of required coursework in accounting and electives from a wide variety of business disciplines provides students with a strong foundation in accounting, as well as an understanding of the practical applications of the discipline across all facets of business.

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Accelerated BBA/MSA Program

The ºÚÁÏÍø Department of Accounting provides three programs to help students obtain both a Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) in Accounting degree and a Master of Science in Accounting (MSA) degree in accelerated ways. Find out which option is best for you!

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Accounting Analytics Graduate Certificate

The Accounting Analytics graduate certificate presents material relevant to advanced practice of accounting and includes knowledge tested on the CPA exam. The certificate focuses on the application of technology that supports analytical approaches in the accounting profession. The completed certificate may be applied to satisfy a portion of the course requirements for the .

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Accounting Fundamentals Graduate Certificate

The Accounting Fundamentals graduate certificate provides students with basic knowledge in the areas of financial accounting, tax and audit. The certificate prepares students for entry-level accounting positions or for further graduate study in accounting. The certificate is appropriate for students with a non-accounting bachelor's degree who are considering applying to the in the future.

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Advanced Accounting Graduate Certificate

The Advanced Accounting graduate certificate presents material is relevant to advanced practice of accounting and includes knowledge tested on the CPA exam. The completed certificate may be applied to satisfy a portion of the course requirements for the .

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Ph.D. in Business Administration - Accounting

 

The Ph.D. Accounting concentration provides you with research and teaching skills that prepare you for an academic career in accounting. You will gain valuable knowledge and research experience in the areas of auditing, managerial accounting and financial accounting.

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Accounting Minor

The Accounting minor is for students desiring accounting education in financial statement preparation, budgeting, costing and accounting systems at a level beyond the user of financial information but less than the preparation for being a professional accountant. The minor is especially useful to students whose career paths are in business, not-for-profit and governmental organizations where dealing with financial issues will be an important part of their duties.

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SCHOLARSHIPS

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The Accounting Department at ºÚÁÏÍø offers over 50 scholarships for accounting majors of all class standings including incoming freshmen through graduate students.

 

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INTERNSHIPS

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The Accounting Internship Program is open to all Junior and Senior declared accounting majors and Master of Business Administration students who meet certain requirements. 

 

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STUDENT ORGANIZATIONS

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ºÚÁÏÍø has three on-campus student organizations for accounting students including The Accounting Association, Beta Alpha Psi and the Institute of Management Accountants.

 

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TUTORING RESOURCES

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Tutoring is available for accounting students of all class standings through the Accounting Department's Tutoring Lab, the Ambassador Crawford College's tutoring hours, and through faculty office hours. 

 

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FACULTY & RESEARCH

Meet the faculty and staff of the KSU Accounting Department. 

The Department of Accounting invites top accounting scholars to share their current research with our faculty and doctoral students. 

 

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COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT

The Meonske Conference is held annually in Kent, Ohio at the ºÚÁÏÍø Student Center (KSC).  It is named after Norman Meonske, the conference founder and ºÚÁÏÍø Professor Emeritus.  The conference has a well-deserved reputation for high-quality dialogue and welcoming hospitality. It offers a total of 16 hours of CPE credit. Registrants can attend one or both days of the conference.

 

CPA Camp is an all-expenses-paid experience for students interested in exploring careers in accounting. Students learn how accounting can lead them to career stability, a high salary & meaningful work! This innovative career development program is designed specifically for underrepresented high school students including, but not limited to those who identify as: having a disability, LGBTQ+, students of color, and the first in their family to attend college.

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ADVISORY BOARDS

 

The Department of Accounting has two advisory boards is made up of members of the business and professional accounting community, ºÚÁÏÍø administrators, accounting faculty members and young alumni who meet on a regular basis to discuss matters that impact our students, programs and department. For more information, about each of the Boards, please contact Department Chair, Dr. Wei Li.

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Wei Li

CONTACT US

Wei Li, Ph.D.

Department Chair for Accounting
wli2@kent.edu
330-672-1125

ACCOUNTING OFFICE
Phone: 330-672-2545
Fax: 330-672-2548
402 Crawford Hall
accounting@kent.edu

MAILING ADDRESS
Ambassador Crawford College of Business and Entrepreneurship
P.O. Box 5190
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Kent, OH 44242