COLLEGE OF BUSINESS
Accounting
Discover the language of business
As the needs of the global marketplace evolve at a faster pace than ever before, the demand for analytical, innovative accounting graduates is at its highest. In this competitive and ever-expanding environment, a Louisiana Tech accounting major fully prepares you for a flexible, dynamic accounting career in public accounting, not-for-profit, and governmental organizations, and businesses of any size or sector.
You’ll receive broad-based education rooted in critical thinking, creative problem solving, and professional preparation as well as an in-depth knowledge of how every part of a business functions. Plus, as one of the oldest and most respected accounting programs the state, Tech’s program boasts a supplemental accreditation for accounting from AASCB International. Our graduates continue on to become leaders in the industry, managing top global companies, family businesses, government agencies, and prestigious CPA firms, including the Big Four and regional accounting firms.
One of the most important skills that the COB has equipped me with is the ability to present myself in a professional manner. Part of my job is daily communicating with clients or other employees; therefore, this skill is pivotal. The School of Accountancy has multiple opportunities that allow you to interact with different firms, whether that is at a career fair or through an internship. I was prepared to confidently step into the business world after graduation.
Curriculum
Ready to learn more about how our accounting program will benefit your future? Explore our accounting major requirements.
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Minors
To view what minors are available to College of Business students, please visit our Minors page. To learn more about the accounting minor, click below.
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2019 First-Time CPA Exam Pass Rate
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'21-'22 Placement Rate: Undergraduates
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'21-'22 Placement Rate: MAcc Graduates
Graduate Program and Concurrent Enrollment
Master of Accountancy
In addition to the four-year accounting program leading to the Bachelor of Science degree, the School of Accountancy offers a fully integrated five-year accounting program leading to the Master of Accountancy (MAcc) degree. Click here to learn more.
Concurrent Enrollment
An added benefit of our accounting program is the ability to begin studies in our Master of Accountancy (MAcc) program once you have fewer than 30 hours remaining in your undergraduate degree. Click here to learn more. Check out this video to hear the benefits of our Concurrent Enrollment program.
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School of Accountancy Mission Statement
The School of Accountancy is dedicated to the intellectual growth of its students and to their preparation for successful careers and productive lives. To this end, the School offers academic degrees in accounting at the undergraduate and masters levels characterized by extensive interaction between faculty, students, and external stakeholders.
We strive to provide each student with learning experiences to develop technical accounting skills, core business knowledge, analytical thinking, technological proficiency, and the ability to innovate and thrive in a dynamic global environment. To accomplish this mission, the School encourages faculty to adopt innovative and engaging teaching strategies, produce impactful scholarship, and establish productive relationships with the School’s internal and external constituencies.