Accounting & Finance
Welcome to the Department of Accounting and Finance
Avery Anderson '22, is known for his bright personality and southern charm. He reflects on how his professors in the Richards College of Business helped him through a difficult time."When I was in my really bad car accident and was on a cane for a little while, the Richards College of Business faculty specifically offered to go out of their way to make sure I had everything I needed. This was the moment I personally realized that students are very well cared for in the Richards College of Business, and not just a number."
Not just a number.
It all adds up: excellence in education, progressive professional development, modern tools and contemporary theory. What’s the result? Students with incredible business acumen who are well-rounded, efficient, and prepared for real-world jobs.
How does UWG make it happen? By employing faculty who engage with the business community, university committees, and professional organizations to keep their knowledge current and relevant, then use that knowledge to design engaging coursework and extracurricular activities.
News and Updates:
The Next Big Thing.
Connor Walker pictured below presented his research poster at UWG Scholar's Day on Tuesday, April 4, 2023. Connor is a freshman finance major, and his project was regarding Whistleblowers. Connor's faculty advisors were Mrs. Alison Hollingsworth and Dr. Heather Bono.
Students, Eric Jackson, Jeny Pierre, and Taiwo Duromola attended the TiE Atlanta Pitch Competition in February. The mission of TiE is to foster entrepreneurship through mentoring, networking, education, funding, and incubation. This group was led by Professor Alison Hollingsworth and a coaching mentor from TiE Atlanta, and our very own Dean Johnson participated as a judge in the competition.
Professor Alison Hollingsworth led two teams to Florida State to compete in the Small Business Case Study Competition, where one team placed 3rd winning $500! Congratulations! Alison Hollingsworth says, "Proud of our two teams representing the University of West Georgia’s Richards College of Business at the FSU Small Business Case Competition in Tallahassee, Florida. One team placed third in the competition! Jianna Greaves, Josh Sidwell, Christian Tyler, Gage Jackson, Caesar Gooden, Sifon Umoren, Cameron Whitfield."
Student Success
Student Success
LUIS SCOTT, JR. '05
"All of the necessary attributes required for a successful career - discipline, accountability, hard work, and patience - are tenants of the Richards College of Business. It took me 15 years to become an overnight success, and UWG was the catalyst for it all becoming a reality for me."