Accounting Degree

The accounting program at Beal College prepares students for a career as a staff accountant, public accountant, tax accountant, financial analyst, business analyst, financial reporting manager, and controller. The program focuses on accounting and related business functions. Program courses include: accounting principles and theory, financial accounting, managerial accounting, cost accounting, budget control, tax accounting, legal aspects of accounting, auditing, reporting procedures, statement analysis, planning and consulting, business information systems, accounting research methods, and professional standards and ethics. Get more details below including other Maine colleges that offer accounting degrees.

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Beal College (Bates)

2 Andrews Road, Lewiston, ME

Beal College operates as a two-year private career school dedicated to providing a solid education for students in Bangor and surrounding areas. Students may select from many areas of study, including:

• Health and Clinical Professions
• Security and Protective Services
• Business and Marketing Studies
• Public Administration and Social Services

In the previous year, over 150 students graduated with a graduation rate of about 28%. Beal College has listed over ten different programs available to students, with an Associates degree being the highest degree granted. Listed below are the more popular programs offered:

• Medical Assistant
• Law and Justice Administration
• Medical Administration
• Accounting
• Human Services

To help students and alumni succeed, Beal College may provide some services to students like:

• Academic counseling for students
• Student employment
• Helping students find work after graduation

The Accrediting Council for Independent Colleges and Schools has accredited the education provided by Beal College for over forty-seven straight years. Please visit bealcollege.edu for more information on programs offered and consumer disclosures.

Career Options for Graduates

Accountants

Description

Analyze financial information and prepare financial reports to determine or maintain record of assets, liabilities, profit and loss, tax liability, or other financial activities within an organization.

Career Outlook & Projections ()

According to the BLS, accountants employment is expected to grow at a rate of 10.7% from 2014 to 2024

Budget Analysts

Description

Examine budget estimates for completeness, accuracy, and conformance with procedures and regulations. Analyze budgeting and accounting reports.

Career Outlook & Projections ()

According to the BLS, budget analysts employment is expected to grow at a rate of 2.5% from 2014 to 2024

Credit Analysts

Description

Analyze credit data and financial statements of individuals or firms to determine the degree of risk involved in extending credit or lending money. Prepare reports with credit information for use in decision making.

Career Outlook & Projections ()

According to the BLS, credit analysts employment is expected to grow at a rate of 6.1% from 2014 to 2024

Source: Job descriptions, estimated salary and wages, and projected job growth are taken from the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS).