Finance and Accounting Management

Career Outcomes

Increasing globalization and economic growth are expected to drive demand for accountants and financial professionals. According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS), job prospects for accountants and auditors are outstanding, with faster-than-average growth expected from 2016 to 2026. While job opportunities are expected to be favorable overall, individuals with professional certifications, especially certified public accountants (CPAs) , certified management accountants (CMAs), or certified financial analysts (CFAs), are likely to enjoy the best opportunities in the finance and accounting field.

Impressive Numbers

• A degree in accounting is ranked #1, in terms of in-demand degrees, according to Forbes, 2016.
• 632,400 new business and financial jobs will be added by 2024 according to BLS, 2015. This is much faster job growth than other occupations.

What can you do with your degree?

The Bachelor of Science in Finance and Accounting Management program is designed for students who desire to work for accounting firms, accounting and finance departments of corporations, governmental agencies, and nonprofit organizations. Careers to consider include:

• Financial and Management Accountant
• Auditor
• Financial specialist
• Accounting clerk
• Bookkeeper
• Real estate appraiser or assessor
• Budget analyst
• Cost estimator
• Claims adjustor/examiner
• Financial analyst
• Insurance underwriter
• Loan officer
• Management analyst
• Financial advisor
• Tax examiner
• Revenue agent

Industry-Aligned Faculty

Our industry-aligned faculty bring relevant real-world experience, knowledge, expertise, and connections that will help you achieve your career goals.

Financial Info

The university's financial aid policies are designed to enrich our campus community by ensuring that Northeastern is affordable for all admitted students. The below cost per credit is for non-lab courses. You can find the cost per credit of lab courses by visiting our Tuition and Fees page.

Active U.S. servicemembers and their spouses are eligible to receive an amended tuition rate of $250 per semester hour for our Bachelor Completion Programs through the College of Professional Studies. Northeastern is committed to making education within reach and affordable for our military-affiliated students. To learn more, visit our Fund Your Education page.