In over twenty years of existence, the School of Business has developed a tradition of excellence in its undergraduate program in accounting. It has graduated over one thousand accounting majors who are in successful careers in public accounting, corporate accounting, government and non-profit acccounting, as well as in universities in the United States and abroad. Howard's accounting program is one of only 96 other schools of business with an accredited accounting program, and it is the first program to be accredited in the nation's capital. The program has graduated more African-American certified public accountants than any other university or college program. Accounting faculty and students work and study in an exciting and dynamic environment that encourages interaction with business, accounting and government professionals.
Practical training is obtained through internships and cooperative education opportunities.
Many accounting faculty serve as officers, directors, and committee members and in other capacities for the American Institute of CPA's, Institute of Internal Auditors, Association of Government Accountants, Financial Executives Institute and the National Associaton of Black Accountants. The Accounting Major Accounting graduates find opportunities of employment in all types of organizations that require reliable reporting, analysis, planning and control of their financial activities. The objective of the accounting curriculum at Howard is to prepare students for these varied and challenging employment opportunities. Accounting majors are required to demonstrate a high level of competence in technical accounting skills and thorough comprehension of contemporary accounting concepts. The undergraduate program is also structured to establish an academic foundation for further graduate study in business or related disciplines.