Accounting
Bachelor of Business Administration
Why should I choose UWG's Accounting program?
- Accredited by AACSB International, a distinction that recognizes the high level of excellence and commitment to student success
- One of the most challenging (and highest paid) options at the University of West Georgia
- Excellent faculty who really care about you and your future and are committed to providing “educational excellence in a personal environment”
- High-quality liberal arts based educational foundation
- Superior academic program
- 150-hour program available that meets the CPA exam candidacy requirements
- Programs and initiatives dedicated to preparing responsible, ethical leaders
- RCOB faculty recognized among leading teachers and researchers in the country
- Students represent diverse cultural, social, and economic groups
Are there any special opportunities available?
What can I do after graduation, graduate school and job-wise?
- Careers
- Auditing
- Managerial Accounting
- Government Accounting
- Management Advisory Services
- Income Tax Preparation and Planning
- Corporate Accounting
- Certifications
- Certified Public Accountant
- Certified Management Accountant
- Certified Financial Manager
- Certified Internal Auditor
- Further Education
- Master of Professional Accounting (MPAcc)
- Doctor of Philosophy (Ph. D.)
What kind of student organizations, clubs or honorary societies can I join?
- UWG Accounting Club affiliated with the Atlanta Chapter of the Institute of Management Accountants (IMA)
- Accounting Honor Society
- Beta Gamma Sigma International Business Honor Society
What kind of facilities and equipment will be made available to me?
- Priority is given to providing a learning environment that prepares students for future success, including maintaining high levels of technology-based equipment in classrooms, labs and specialized learning spaces. Business courses are taught and faculty and staff offices are housed primarily in two buildings on campus: the Richards College of Business Building and Adamson Hall.