Upon the completion of these programs students are able to find jobs in a variety of employment settings, including private industry, the government sector and non-profit entities. The degree programs in accounting and business are based on a general business core curriculum that equips graduates with a strong foundation in business management. After completing the business core curriculum, students may select upper level courses in accounting and obtain a B.S. degree in Accounting . In consultation with a faculty advisor, students may alternatively select economics upper level business electives , or finance upper level business electives . Such graduates are able to prepare for careers in banking, financial analysis, corporate planning and business economics.
Students are also able to find employment in government and public establishments.
Departmental programs also are designed to enable students to develop skills and competencies that prepare them for graduate school.