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Gannon University believes those who enjoy working with the complexity of numbers are crucial to personal and business success. If you are interested in becoming a public accountant, auditor or tax accountant, or if you would like to continue on to law school, Gannon’s accounting program can prepare you for your chosen career. As an accounting major, you will gain and strengthen analytical skills, an understanding of modern business needs, the ability to communicate effectively, and an awareness of ethical and social responsibility.

The Bureau of Labor Statistics estimates the average number of annual job openings for accountants will increase 10 to 20 percent by 2012. Accounting graduates can fi nd a wide variety of positions in public and private sectors, including: cost accountant, internal auditor, budget analyst, fi xed asset manager, forensic examiner, controller, revenue agent, assistant treasurer, fi nancial planner, trust offi cer and fi nancial analyst. Accounting is also the preferred undergraduate degree for those seeking careers with the FBI. Forty-eight states now allow for 150 credit hours of coursework to be licensed as a certifi ed public accountant, and many still allow licensure with a bachelor’s degree. According to the National Association of College and Employers, accounting majors receive starting salary offers averaging $40,674.

College Connections

The accounting program is housed in The Gannon University Dahlkemper School of Business Administration. Students in the program interact with professors and other students in the fields of advertising communications, business administration, finance, international business, management, marketing, risk management and insurance, and sports management and marketing.

The Dahlkemper School of Business Administration at Gannon has received accreditation from the Association of Collegiate Business Schools and Programs (ACBSP), making Gannon the first business school in northwestern Pennsylvania with both undergraduate and graduate programs that are nationally accredited.

The Small Business Development Center on Gannon’s campus provides students with a unique opportunity to work on projects and assignments for area businesses through classes and internships.

The Gannon Advantage

• Students at Gannon enjoy internships, co-ops and study abroad opportunities. In addition everyone completes our "Liberal Studies Core" -- 39 credits that will help prepare you for life.
• Gannon's Career Development Services Office reports that 97% of Gannon's recent graduates are employed or are enrolled in graduate studies.
• On our urban campus, students can enjoy all the conveniences of city living while feeling at home in Gannon's caring community.
• An overall 13:1 student to faculty ratio ensures that students receive the genuine commitment and personal attention they are seeking.
• Gannon's Career Service Center helps students search for graduate school or job opportunities, develop interviewing skills and design a professional resume.
• Over 70 clubs and organizations as well as 18 NCAA Division II athletics provide students the chance to be involved.