A&M Accounting Degree, Major and Program Information

A program that prepares individuals to practice the profession of accounting and to perform related business functions. Includes instruction in accounting principles and theory, financial accounting, managerial accounting, cost accounting, budget control, tax accounting, legal aspects of accounting, auditing, reporting procedures, statement analysis, planning and consulting, business information systems, accounting research methods, professional standards and ethics, and applications to specific for-profit, public, and non-profit organizations. Find colleges offering accounting degree.

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Accountants
Job Description
Analyze financial information and prepare financial reports to determine or maintain record of assets, liabilities, profit and loss, tax liability, or other financial activities within an organization. Read more about accountants in our career profile section.
Salary and Wages
Huntsville, AL
- Total Employment: 1,580
- Average Annual Salary: $62,910
- Average Hourly Rate: $30.25
Projections
- Total Employment (2008): 1,290,600
- Total Employment Projected (2018): 1,570,000
- Percent Job Growth: 279.40%
Auditors
Job Description
Examine and analyze accounting records to determine financial status of establishment and prepare financial reports concerning operating procedures. Read more about auditors in our career profile section.
Salary and Wages
Huntsville, AL
- Total Employment: 1,580
- Average Annual Salary: $62,910
- Average Hourly Rate: $30.25
Projections
- Total Employment (2008): 1,290,600
- Total Employment Projected (2018): 1,570,000
- Percent Job Growth: 279.40%
Budget Analysts
Job Description
Examine budget estimates for completeness, accuracy, and conformance with procedures and regulations. Analyze budgeting and accounting reports for the purpose of maintaining expenditure controls. Read more about budget analysts in our career profile section.
Salary and Wages
Huntsville, AL
- Total Employment: 440
- Average Annual Salary: $70,110
- Average Hourly Rate: $33.71
Projections
- Total Employment (2008): 67,200
- Total Employment Projected (2018): 77,400
- Percent Job Growth: 10.10%
Credit Analysts
Job Description
Analyze current credit data and financial statements of individuals or firms to determine the degree of risk involved in extending credit or lending money. Prepare reports with this credit information for use in decision-making. Read more about credit analysts in our career profile section.
Salary and Wages
Huntsville, AL
- Average Annual Salary: $45,490
- Average Hourly Rate: $21.87
Projections
- Total Employment (2008): 73,200
- Total Employment Projected (2018): 84,200
- Percent Job Growth: 11.00%
Financial Examiners
Job Description
Enforce or ensure compliance with laws and regulations governing financial and securities institutions and financial and real estate transactions. May examine, verify correctness of, or establish authenticity of records. Read more about financial examiners in our career profile section.
Projections
- Total Employment (2008): 27,000
- Total Employment Projected (2018): 38,100
- Percent Job Growth: 11.10%
Tax Examiners, Collectors, and Revenue Agents
Job Description
Determine tax liability or collect taxes from individuals or business firms according to prescribed laws and regulations. Read more about tax examiners collectors and revenue agents in our career profile section.
Salary and Wages
Huntsville, AL
- Total Employment: 60
- Average Annual Salary: $55,360
- Average Hourly Rate: $26.61
Projections
- Total Employment (2008): 72,700
- Total Employment Projected (2018): 82,200
- Percent Job Growth: 9.50%
Business Teachers, Postsecondary
Job Description
Teach courses in business administration and management, such as accounting, finance, human resources, labor relations, marketing, and operations research. Read more about postsecondary business teachers in our career profile section.

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Awarded Degrees and Program Completion Details

Accounting

	Total
Overall
All Students	23

By Gender
Male	5
Female	18

By Race
Non-Resident Alien	6
American Indian	-
Black	17
Asian	-
Hispanic	-
White	-
Unknown	-

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Alabama State University

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Montgomery, AL 36101

Degrees or Certifications Awarded For This Program: 20

Highest Degree Offered: Doctoral
Historically Black College: Yes
Campus Location: Midsized City
Tenure System: Has Tenure System
Students Enrollment: 5,000 - 9,999
Classification: Masters Colleges and Universities (Larger Programs)
Size & Residential Status: Medium Four-Year, Primarily Residential

Athens State University

300 N Beaty St
Athens, AL 35611

Degrees or Certifications Awarded For This Program: 56

Highest Degree Offered: Bachelor's
Campus Location: Town Fringe
Tenure System: Has Tenure System
Students Enrollment: 1,000 - 4,999
Classification: Baccalaureate Colleges--Diverse Fields
Size & Residential Status: Small Four-Year, Primarily Nonresidential

Auburn University

Address Not Available
Auburn, AL 36849

Degrees or Certifications Awarded For This Program: 153

Highest Degree Offered: Doctoral and First-Professional
Grants A Medical Degree: Yes
Campus Location: Small City
Tenure System: Has Tenure System
Students Enrollment: 20,000 and Above
Classification: Research Universities (High Research Activity)
Size & Residential Status: Large Four-Year, Primarily Nonresidential

Auburn University - Montgomery

7440 East Drive
Montgomery, AL 36117

Degrees or Certifications Awarded For This Program: 47

Highest Degree Offered: Master's
Campus Location: Midsized City
Tenure System: Has Tenure System
Students Enrollment: 5,000 - 9,999
Classification: Masters Colleges and Universities (Larger Programs)
Size & Residential Status: Medium Four-Year, Primarily Nonresidential

Jacksonville State University

700 Pelham Road North
Jacksonville, AL 36265

Degrees or Certifications Awarded For This Program: 28

Highest Degree Offered: Master's
Campus Location: Small Suburb
Tenure System: Has Tenure System
Students Enrollment: 5,000 - 9,999
Classification: Masters Colleges and Universities (Larger Programs)
Size & Residential Status: Medium Four-Year, Primarily Nonresidential

The University of Alabama

739 University Blvd
Tuscaloosa, AL 35487

Degrees or Certifications Awarded For This Program: 234

Highest Degree Offered: Doctoral and First-Professional
Campus Location: Midsized City
Tenure System: Has Tenure System
Students Enrollment: 20,000 and Above
Classification: Research Universities (High Research Activity)
Size & Residential Status: Large Four-Year, Primarily Nonresidential

Troy University

University Avenue
Troy, AL 36082

Degrees or Certifications Awarded For This Program: 130

Highest Degree Offered: Master's
Campus Location: Distant Town
Tenure System: Has Tenure System
Students Enrollment: 20,000 and Above
Classification: Masters Colleges and Universities (Larger Programs)
Size & Residential Status: Large Four-Year, Primarily Residential

University of Alabama at Birmingham

Administration Bldg Suite 1070
Birmingham, AL 35294

Degrees or Certifications Awarded For This Program: 138

Highest Degree Offered: Doctoral and First-Professional
Institution Has A Hospital: Yes
Grants A Medical Degree: Yes
Campus Location: Midsized City
Tenure System: Has Tenure System
Students Enrollment: 10,000 - 19,999
Classification: Research Universities (Very High Research Activity)
Size & Residential Status: Large Four-Year, Primarily Nonresidential

University of Alabama in Huntsville

301 Sparkman Dr
Huntsville, AL 35899

Degrees or Certifications Awarded For This Program: 71

Highest Degree Offered: Doctoral
Campus Location: Midsized City
Tenure System: Has Tenure System
Students Enrollment: 5,000 - 9,999
Classification: Research Universities (High Research Activity)
Size & Residential Status: Medium Four-Year, Primarily Nonresidential

University of Montevallo

Station 6001
Montevallo, AL 35115

Degrees or Certifications Awarded For This Program: 6

Highest Degree Offered: Master's
Campus Location: Town Fringe
Tenure System: Has Tenure System
Students Enrollment: 1,000 - 4,999
Classification: Masters Colleges and Universities (Medium Programs)
Size & Residential Status: Small Four-Year, Primarily Residential

University of North Alabama

One Harrison Plaza
Florence, AL 35632

Degrees or Certifications Awarded For This Program: 32

Highest Degree Offered: Master's
Campus Location: Small City
Tenure System: Has Tenure System
Students Enrollment: 5,000 - 9,999
Classification: Masters Colleges and Universities (Larger Programs)
Size & Residential Status: Medium Four-Year, Primarily Nonresidential

University of South Alabama

307 N University Blvd
Mobile, AL 36688

Degrees or Certifications Awarded For This Program: 49

Highest Degree Offered: Doctoral
Institution Has A Hospital: Yes
Grants A Medical Degree: Yes
Campus Location: Midsized City
Tenure System: Has Tenure System
Students Enrollment: 10,000 - 19,999
Classification: Masters Colleges and Universities (Larger Programs)
Size & Residential Status: Large Four-Year, Primarily Nonresidential

University of West Alabama

Station One
Livingston, AL 35470

Degrees or Certifications Awarded For This Program: 7

Highest Degree Offered: Master's
Campus Location: Rural
Tenure System: Has Tenure System
Students Enrollment: 1,000 - 4,999
Classification: Masters Colleges and Universities (Medium Programs)
Size & Residential Status: Small Four-Year, Primarily Residential

Chattahoochee Valley Community College

2602 College Drive
Phenix City, AL 36869

Degrees or Certifications Awarded For This Program: 0

Highest Degree Offered: Associate's
Campus Location: Midsized Suburb
Tenure System: Has Tenure System
Students Enrollment: 1,000 - 4,999
Classification: Associates--Public Rural-Serving Medium
Size & Residential Status: Small Two-Year

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Birmingham Southern College

900 Arkadelphia Road
Birmingham, AL 35254

Degrees or Certifications Awarded For This Program: 22

Highest Degree Offered: Master's
Campus Location: Midsized City
Tenure System: Has Tenure System
Students Enrollment: 1,000 - 4,999
Classification: Baccalaureate Colleges--Arts & Sciences
Size & Residential Status: Small Four-Year, Highly Residential

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Birmingham, AL 35209

Degrees or Certifications Awarded For This Program: 1

Highest Degree Offered: Bachelor's
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Tenure System: No Tenure System
Students Enrollment: Under 1,000
Classification: Special Focus Institutions--Other Technology-Related Schools

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