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What can I do with... a major in Accounting?


Special attributes of this major that will make me a valuable addition to any prospective employer.

  • Highly developed aptitude in mathematics.
  • Strong analytical, organizational, critical thinking, and problem solving skills.
  • Orientation to detail.
  • Capacity to make decisions through logic and mathematical data.
  • Proficiency in the use of computers, specifically spreadsheets software.
  • Ability to work independently.
  • Advanced written and communication skills.

Possible Careers / Job Titles
  • Accountant
  • Actuary
  • Auditor
  • Banker
  • Benefits Administrator
  • Budget Analyst
  • Business Teacher
  • Certified Internal Auditor (CIA)
  • Certified Management Accountant (CMA)
  • CIA / FBI Agent
  • Claims Adjuster / Examiner
  • Collection Specialist
  • Commodities Trader
  • Compliance Officer
  • Controller
  • CPA
  • Elder Law Specialist
  • Estate Planner
  • Financial Aid Officer
  • Financial Analyst
  • Financial Planner
  • Forensic Accountant
  • Fundraiser
  • Human Resources Specialist
  • Industrial Buyer
  • Insurance Agent
  • Inventory Control Specialist
  • IRS Investigator
  • Loan Administrator
  • Management Consultant
  • Operations Manager
  • Payroll Manager
  • Purchasing Agent
  • Research Analyst
  • Sales
  • Statistician
  • Stock Broker
  • Systems Analyst
  • Tax Adviser
  • Tax Attorney
  • Tax Preparer
  • Treasurer
  • Underwriter

Please be advised that although this major will prepare you for the careers listed above, many will require advanced education and training. Please research the careers/job titles that interest you so that you are aware of the requirements to enter the field.

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If you have any questions or comments, please contact:

Center for Career Development
p - 516.877.3130
f - 516.877.3136
e - (Students and Alumni) - careercounselor@adelphi.edu
e - (Employers) - employerservices@adelphi.edu


This page last modified on May 1, 2007.
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