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The Importance of Accounting in Business
From cave men to pioneers, and street vendors to shopping malls, business has been around since the beginning of time. Some may argue that accounting is the foundation of business, or at least that is what beginning accounting class lecturers note. The ‘foundation’ of business implies several different ideas. To expand on that metaphor, let’s… Read More
How Much is an Accounting Degree Worth?
CNN Money ranked staff accountants and financial analysts as numbers nine and 10, respectively, in the current top 10 in-demand career fields. CNN Money suggests this is because of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002. The goal of this Act was to increase corporate obedience and account transparency. With this goal in mind, more jobs were… Read More
Top 5 Reasons to Get an Accounting Degree
Do you like making smart investments? If so, getting your accounting degree guarantees you a higher salary and a better future. Your degree pays off in the following five ways. Higher Salary.Most accountants cannot work in the accounting field without a degree. The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics reported in 2009 that accountants and auditors… Read More
Why Should I Get an Accounting Degree?
All industries took major employment hits during the recession, and the accounting industry is no exception. All companies need Certified Public Accountants, those commonly known as CPAs, to perform duties like bookkeeping, company audits and tax preparation. Individuals who graduate with an accounting degree, or who enjoy working with numbers or accounting software are eligible… Read More