Accounting
An Accounting degree from Minnesota State University Moorhead is a great choice if you want to be a decision maker in business. Accountants are in high demand as knowledgeable and ethical accounting professionals are essential leaders in helping a business or organization achieve its goals and objectives.
AACSB Accreditation ensures you’re getting the highest quality business program. Less than 5 percent of the world’s business schools are accredited.
Dedicated Accounting faculty bring a unique blend of industry and academic experience to the classroom. All Accounting faculty members have at least one professional certification in the accounting profession, such as CPA, CMA CIA, CFE, ABV, ASA, MCBA, and CEDFS.
Professional advising through your sophomore year. Upon admittance to the program, you’re assigned to an accounting faculty member.
Accounting Student Success Stories
DECA prepares MSUM students for careers in business
MSUM students Isabel Olson and Kobey Block share their involvement in DECA and how it has improved their college experience.
All Business: Student Athlete a Double Threat On & Off the Court
Alum and 6-year mens basketball player, Gavin Baumgartner, reflects on his time at MSUM and what is in store for his future.
Standing out as a servant leader
David Dietz, president and CEO of Preference Employment Solutions, Fargo, N.D., will speak to students about reaching their potential at MSUM's 2023 Student Academic Conference.
Learning Opportunities
MSUM’s Accounting program offers a unique and wide selection of learning opportunities outside of the classroom. Whether you call it engaged learning, experiential learning or just being adventurous, we hope you will explore the options that spark your interests, strengths and passions.
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MSUM’s accounting program allows you to choose the field you want to work toward. Here is just a sample of accounting careers that are predicted to have major job growth through this decade.
What Are Some Common Accounting Related Careers?
| Career | Job Growth (2021-2031) | Median Pay |
|---|---|---|
| Chief Financial Officer | 17% | $131,000 |
| Investment Banker | 10% | $63,000 |
| Project Analyst | 11% | $93,000 |