About Us
About the Department
The program provides the student with a broad general education and intensive study within the major as preparation for professional careers in public accounting, cost and managerial accounting, information systems, business consulting, government, and not-for-profit institutions.
The curriculum in accounting is designed to acquaint the student with the conceptual framework and theory of accounting, transactional analysis, asset management, liabilities, owners' equity, and financial reporting. Cost analysis and control, accounting information systems, taxation, consolidated financial statements, and foreign operations also are covered, along with auditing techniques and an understanding of the ethical and performance standards of the profession.
Coursework also is required outside of the major in the legal and social environment of business, written and oral communication, the humanities, and the social sciences.
We also offer the Accounting Certificate Program for students who wish to obtain some or all of the necessary training to sit for the CPA Exam but do not want to enroll in a masters degree program.
There are three professional student organizations available for accounting majors:
- Beta Alpha Psi (BAP--National Honorary Fraternity)
- Accounting Professional Society (APS)
- National Association of Black Accountants
Students majoring in finance and information systems also are eligible for membership in these organizations.
Accounting Research Workshops
Accounting Research Workshop sessions are usually held on Fridays during the school year.. Several internationally known researchers have presented papers to our faculty and graduate students. These workshops also provide opportunities for our doctoral studetns to present their work for constructive feedback and learn about the latest research in different areas. Click below for the workshop schedule.
http://astro.temple.edu/~krish/workshop.html