Accounting Degree

The accounting program at Jose Maria Vargas University 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 Utah colleges that offer accounting degrees.

Jose Maria Vargas University

Also known as JMVU, Vargas University

648 East State Road, Unit B, American Fork, UT

Jose Maria Vargas University is a four year private institution that offers high quality education and training for its students located in and around Pembroke Pines. Over the past several years Jose Maria Vargas University has awarded degrees to over thirty students. Jose Maria Vargas University has several programs to choose from. The more popular enrolled programs are listed below:

• Child Care
• Early Childhood Education
• Graphic Design
• Business Administration

To support students and graduates, Jose Maria Vargas University may offer support services like:

• Night and weekend classes available
• Counseling assistance
• Work study style employment
• Helping students find work after graduation

The last reported accreditation for this school was done by the Accrediting Council for Independent Colleges and Schools. Please visit jmvu.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

Salary & Wages

• Provo-Orem, UT
  • Total Employment: 1
  • Average Hourly Rate: $33.17
  • Average Annual Salary: $69000

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

Salary & Wages

• Provo-Orem, UT
  • Total Employment: 50
  • Average Hourly Rate: $35.54
  • Average Annual Salary: $73920

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

Salary & Wages

• Provo-Orem, UT
  • Total Employment: 60
  • Average Hourly Rate: $22.34
  • Average Annual Salary: $46460

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