For adult students looking to future-proof their careers, the accounting field offers rewarding, professional opportunities across a variety of settings and at a number of levels – from entry-level bookkeeper or staff accountant to CFO.
Our graduates can be found in government, industry, and not-for-profit organizations across the country, and many of them have gone on to become certified public accountants (CPAs) – enabling careers in corporate and public accounting – after completing 150 hours of academic coursework and sitting for a comprehensive national exam. Our goal at Champlain is to support you on your professional journey in this exciting field.
Job Outlook for Accounting Graduates
Accounting careers are projected to grow 4% between 2019 and 2029, with globalization and a growing economy resulting in high demand for qualified accounting professionals. Accountants and auditors can expect a median annual salary of $73,560.*
Graduates of Champlain’s bachelor’s in accounting program will be prepared for a variety of accounting roles across all sectors, including tax preparation, bookkeeping and payroll services, government, finance and insurance, manufacturing, and more.
Alumni of the Champlain College Online bachelor’s in accounting program work in corporations, small businesses, government organizations, and nonprofits nationwide, including Department of Homeland Security, Internal Revenue Service, People’s United Bank, U.S. Treasury, and more. They hold titles such as Auditor, Bookkeeper, Controller, Loan Officer, and Staff Accountant.
*Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS), 2020; job titles: AccountingEdu.org, 2020
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