As such, it can lead to a career in many areas of business.
Accountants capture and report information necessary for sound business decisions.
They also analyze business events and transactions and use the information to determine the financial condition and operating results of businesses. If you are interested in these aspects of the business world, a career in accounting may be just right for you. The Department of Accounting at the University of Northern Iowa provides a high-quality educational experience for future accountants. Accounting majors have the opportunity to acquire the knowledge, analytical methods and skills, and attitudes necessary to become successful professionals. A significant strength of the undergraduate curriculum is that the accounting major consists of a carefully planned sequence of educational opportunities that incorporate the university's General Education requirements, the CBA core and accounting courses that provide for specialized knowledge.