If you are interested in studying in a dynamic, challenging field that promotes a life-long commitment to learning - then a major in accounting may be just for you! At the University of Mobile, you will find our accounting professors teach you to communicate clearly, think independently, and analyze information critically with an emphasis on technological expertise.

In the University of Mobile’s School of Business, you will find professional, doctorally qualified faculty who offer you personal, one-on-one attention. Hands-on experience and exposure to real-world problems help prepare you for a successful career in both the public and private sectors of the accounting profession.

Choose from 3 different concentrations within the Accounting major...

4-Year Corporate/Non-Profit
The four-year concentration in Corporate/Non-Profit is appropriate if you wish to pursue a career in cost or managerial accounting.

4-Year Public Accounting
If you are interested in public accounting, but have not yet made a decision on graduate studies, then the 4-year public accounting concentration is designed for you. A five-year program is available which provides enough hours to make you eligible to sit for the CPA Exam.

5-Year Integrated Accounting Program
A five-year integrated program allows you to graduate with both an undergraduate degree in Accounting and a Master’s in Business Administration (MBA). This program also provides enough hours to make you eligible to sit for the CPA exam.
You will take some of the common professional components at the graduate level. In addition, you will take nine hours of accounting coursework at the graduate level, as well as other graduate coursework and an oral and written comprehensive exam

Career Opportunites

Here are just a few of the many career opportunities you will have with a major in Accounting: • Public Accountant • Corporate Cost Accountant • Investment Banker • Manager • Analyst • FBI Agent • Internal Auditor/Fraud examiner • Much more!

Requirements A major in Accounting requires the completion of the School of Business Common Professional Component as well as upper level courses in Financial Accounting, Cost Accounting, Fund Accounting, Auditing, and Tax. See the University of Mobile Catalog for complete details.