If you like math, money, organization, and business, you may want
to get a degree in accounting. This field can offer many different job
opportunities and be the perfect challenge for you. There are many
different programs and degrees that are offered for people who wish to
go into accounting.
There are many things you can do if you are
interested in becoming an accountant. For most jobs you will need a
degree of some sorts. If you decide you don't want to go to school for
too long and only want to get a two-year associate's degree, they there
is a possibility you can become an accounting clerk or a bookkeeper.
Those who do decide that an associate's degree is best for them, be
aware that job opportunities are more limited than those who have a
bachelor's degree, and the pay will probably be half as much than those
with a higher degree. Talk to someone at the college you want to go to
and make sure that they offer the program you want to take. You can also
go to the career services office at your school to see if they might
help you get a job after graduating.
Going to a four-year college
to get your bachelor's degree opens up more job opportunities and the
possibility of a higher salary. With a bachelor's degree, you can apply
for a wider range of jobs, one of them being an accountant. There are
many different types of programs that you can take to get your
bachelor's degree, so check with the school you wish to go to and make
sure. For those who want to go that one step further, you may want to
become a certified public accountant (CPA). In order to become a CPA,
not only do you need a bachelor's degree, but you must also take the
Uniform CPA Examination a.k.a. the CPA Exam. In order to take this exam
you must have completed a 150-credit degree program. You will have to
check with you college to find out if they offer this program.
This
particular field is a growing industry, so having a degree in this
field will let you work in many different parts of this industry. By the
year 2016, it is expected that employment of auditors and accountants
will increase by about 18%. With this type of degree, you can work in a
variety of different types and sizes of businesses. You could work for
in internet marketing, oil and gas, food services, and many different
businesses. The average salary for and accountant in the United States
is around $56,000, and about $77,000 for a CPA.
By getting a
degree in this field, you open the door to many different career choices
and options. If you pay attention to details, enjoy math, problem
solving, and are organized, becoming an accountant may be a perfect
decision for you. If you are already working, whether in this field or
not, you can still get a degree online. Just make sure that the online
college you choose is accredited. Getting your degree online gives you
the freedom to still have a full-time job, and some companies may help
or reimburse your tuition if they find that it may benefit their
company.
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