Accounting Degree

The accounting program at Pacific States 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 California colleges that offer accounting degrees.

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Pacific States University

1798 Scenic Ave, Berkeley, CA

Pacific States University is a nonprofit private university that has many degree programs available for students to choose from. The school is located in Los Angeles, California, in a predominantly urban area. The higher teacher/student ratio and access to teachers is due primarily to the small student body, about 200 students, maintained by Pacific States University.

Here is a list of some of the popular programs Pacific States University offers:

• International Business
• Accounting
• Computer
• Finance
• Business Administration
• Commerce

The school maintains an open enrollment policy, admitting all applicants that meet the minimum requirements for admission. Submission of transcripts, test scores, and personal statements may be requested for certain programs.

The cost of tuition is approximately $21,000, but may change from year to year. Students are encouraged to visit the school's tuition calculator to better understand their cost of attending Pacific States University. Student housing is available on-campus for students. The yearly cost of housing is estimated to be $9,900. Students at Pacific States University may qualify for aid which is usually loans, grants, scholarships and work study programs.

Contact information, financial aid information, areas of study offered, and much more can be accessed on school's website at http://www.psuca.edu.

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

• Oakland-Hayward-Berkeley, CA Metropolitan Division
  • Total Employment: 8
  • Average Hourly Rate: $41.65
  • Average Annual Salary: $86640
• San Francisco-Redwood City-South San Francisco, CA Metropolitan Division
  • Total Employment: 14
  • Average Hourly Rate: $43.70
  • Average Annual Salary: $90900

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

• Oakland-Hayward-Berkeley, CA Metropolitan Division
  • Total Employment: 420
  • Average Hourly Rate: $40.69
  • Average Annual Salary: $84640
• San Francisco-Redwood City-South San Francisco, CA Metropolitan Division
  • Total Employment: 560
  • Average Hourly Rate: $42.69
  • Average Annual Salary: $88790

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

• Oakland-Hayward-Berkeley, CA Metropolitan Division
  • Total Employment: 580
  • Average Hourly Rate: $50.92
  • Average Annual Salary: $105900
• San Francisco-Redwood City-South San Francisco, CA Metropolitan Division
  • Total Employment: 850
  • Average Hourly Rate: $55.83
  • Average Annual Salary: $116120

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