Some students will select multinational corporate organizations while others prefer the smaller local manufacturing or service company. There are numerous opportunities in state, local, and Federal government agencies. Within the various accounting arenas, students might specialize in auditing, tax, or accounting information systems. Beginning in 2000, you must have 150 semester hours of postsecondary education to be a member of the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants. Most state boards of Accountancy have passed similar laws requiring you to meet the 150 hour requirement in order to be eligible to sit for the Uniform CPA examination.
Most students meet the requirement by pursuing a graduate degree.
Auburn's Master of Accountancy program can be completed in one year and will give you not only the necessary credentials to sit for the exam but also the competitive edge to compete in today's world.