Accounting Degree

The accounting program at Fisher 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 Massachusetts colleges that offer accounting degrees.

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Fisher College

260 S Main St, Fall River, MA

Fisher College provides a variety of educational opportunities for students to aid them in their growth and development. The school is located in Boston, MA and operated as a private institution. Enrollment at Fisher College is nearly a thousand yearly.

Students may pick from many areas of study, including:

• Business And Marketing Studies
• Liberal Arts And Sciences
• Health And Clinical Professions
• Education
• Legal Professions And Studies

To be considered for admissions, you may be required to fill out an application, provide letters of recommendations, and submit test scores or other school records, which are then reviewed by the admissions office. An ACT or SAT exam may be required prior to applying, with scores in a range of 730 to 950 on the SAT and in a range of 17 to 22 on the ACT is common among students admitted to this school. This school accepts roughly 60 percent of students applying annually. Of those students admitted, around 20 percent of students enrolled. More information on admissions can be found at fisher.edu.

The cost of undergraduate tuition is nearly $28,000, but may change yearly. Students are encouraged to visit the school's net price calculator to better understand their cost of attending this school. This school may offer financial aid for students that are eligible in the form of grants and loans.

The mascot for Fisher College is the "Falcons", and they participate in intercollegiate athletics through the oversight and organization of the NAIA. Athletic programs available include:

• Baseball (NAIA Division II)
• Basketball (NAIA Division II)
• Soccer (NAIA Division II)

Contact information, academics information, programs, and more may be viewed on school's website at www.fisher.edu.

Students Enrolled in the Accounting Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. Fisher College has offered the following academic levels for students:

• Associate's Degree
• Bachelor's Degree

Students by Academic Level (2019)

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).