Explore your career opportunities with an on campus or online Accounting degree

The Accounting degree program at Rasmussen College is available on campus or online, and offers you flexible and convenient course scheduling to fit your busy life. By investing in your Accounting Bachelor's degree, you will be prepared to enter the workforce with the skills and knowledge necessary to succeed when beginning your career.

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Accounting Degree Courses

You will gain valuable insights on managing the finances of small businesses, corporate offices, and financial institutions with an Accounting Bachelor's degree from Rasmussen College's School of Business – establishing yourself as a leader in the accounting industry.

Some key courses include:

Corporate Fraud Examination
You will learn internal audit principles, practices, and control evaluations to help ensure accountability, responsibility, and ethical operations within an organization.

Organizational Behavior Analysis
You will conduct an in-depth analysis of the behavior of a contemporary organization.

Advanced Federal Tax Theory
You will apply the applicable tax laws, regulations, and other citable authority to real-world problems relating to corporate income tax.

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Accounting Career Outlook

The career outlook for accountants is exceptional. By 2016, there is expected to be 1.49 million accountants working in the United States, an increase of more than 225,000 from 2006-2016.

Here’s a snapshot of a possible career:

Accountant/Auditor: growth +18%, salary $45,900‡

The Rasmussen College career placement services staff starts helping you even before you graduate – with your resume, cover letter, interviewing techniques and how to search for a great career. And it doesn’t end there – these services are available throughout your career.