Accounting Degree

The accounting program at Great Falls College – MSU 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 Montana colleges that offer accounting degrees.

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Great Falls College – MSU (FPCC)

605 Indian Street, Poplar, MT

Knowledge truly holds “the” power to build and strengthen the future for the next generation. Education is the key to build tomorrow’s leaders in all walks of life. Great Falls College prides itself in providing the best opportunities for education in a variety of fields. Students can choose from a diverse curriculum including campus learning, distance education and online courses. Great Falls College opens opportunities for all – whether you are a freshman student, transfer student, re-admit student, international or seeking home schooling options. The faculty is highly experienced and knowledgeable.

Great Falls College’s aims provide quality education to youth of today to create leaders of tomorrow with apt knowledge and a zest for progression. With a vision to play a leading role in transforming the lives of students and hence their communities in turn foster economic prosperity in Montana through the use of partnerships, innovation, outreach and technology, this college stands amongst the most sought for colleges for flexible learning opportunities.

Our mission being to foster the success of students and their communities through innovative and flexible learning opportunities for students of all ages and backgrounds and aspirations, students are provided with a great learning experience.

Great Falls College offers a variety of programs like associate programs for science, applied science and arts, Certificate programs, Bachelor’s degree, Master’s or Doctoral degree. They also have advanced research programs for those who believe in lifelong learning. This college is now a multi-campus college with campuses in Billings, Bozeman, Great Falls and Havre each having a diverse curriculum including applied health, business, arts, science, technology, economics and much more for students to select from and ensure their learning and career paths.

Students Enrolled in the Accounting Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. FPCC offers an associate's degree program in accounting.

Students by Gender (2019)

Students by Race (2019)

Source: IPEDS Survey 2012-2020: Data obtained from the US Dept. of Education's Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS). Data may vary depending on school and academic year.

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).