University of Mount Union

What you'll study

This programme combines core accounting theory with applied skills in financial reporting, auditing, tax and management accounting. You will study foundational business subjects alongside specialised accounting modules and complete experiential components to prepare for entry into the profession.

• Core accounting modules: Introduction to Financial Accounting, Managerial Accounting, Intermediate Financial Accounting I & II, Advanced Financial Reporting.
• Professional practice and technical skills: Auditing, Federal Income Taxation, Cost Accounting, Accounting Information Systems, Government and Not‑for‑Profit Accounting.
• Supporting business subjects: Business Law, Corporate Finance, Principles of Economics, Business Statistics and ethics in business.
• Quantitative and data skills: Spreadsheet modelling, data analytics for accounting, and use of industry software such as accounting packages and enterprise resource planning tools.
• Capstone and experiential learning: A senior capstone or practicum, internship placements with regional firms or corporate finance departments, and applied projects with community organisations.
• Professional preparation: Coursework and advising designed to support licencing and certification pathways (CPA, CMA), including review of professional standards and exam readiness topics.

Entry requirements

Applicants should hold a recognised secondary school diploma or equivalent. The programme typically expects a strong academic record in high school with coursework in mathematics and English; background study in business or accounting is helpful but not always required. Admissions decisions use a combination of your transcript, personal statement or essay, and references.

• Domestic applicants: submitted high school transcript; evidence of college‑preparatory coursework including algebra or higher mathematics; additional documentation for transfer students (college transcripts and course descriptions).
• International applicants: a recognised secondary credential, certified English language proficiency test scores if required, and evaluation of credentials against U.S. standards.
• Additional considerations: relevant work experience, extracurricular involvement (for example, leadership in business clubs), and a commitment to experiential learning or internships can strengthen an application.

Career prospects

Graduates move into a wide range of entry-level and mid-level finance roles across public accounting firms, corporations, government agencies and non‑profit organisations. The curriculum is designed to provide the technical knowledge and practical experience employers seek.

• Public accounting: audit, tax and advisory roles at local and national accounting firms.
• Corporate accounting and finance: staff accountant, financial analyst, management accountant or internal auditor in industry.
• Specialist areas: forensic accounting, payroll management, compliance and risk, and not‑for‑profit accounting.
• Professional progression: many graduates pursue licensure (CPA) or professional certifications (CMA, CIA) and some continue to graduate study such as a master’s in accounting or an MBA to meet credit-hour requirements and advance into leadership roles.

Why study at University of Mount Union

Mount Union offers a personalised learning environment with small class sizes, direct access to faculty who combine academic and professional experience, and a strong emphasis on hands‑on learning. Career services and faculty advising work with students to secure internships and networking opportunities with regional employers.

• Close faculty mentorship and opportunities for applied research and practicum projects.
• Support for professional development, including resume review, interview preparation and connections to accounting firms and employers.
• Student organisations and accounting clubs that provide peer support, guest speakers and professional networking events.
• Practical training with contemporary accounting and data tools to build workplace-ready technical skills.