Accounting

If you have a keen eye for detail, a love for numbers, and a passion for unraveling the stories hidden within financial data, then you've come to the right place. At Framingham State, we believe that accounting is more than just balancing books; it's about understanding the language of business and making informed decisions that drive success.

An accounting degree will help you understand how the accounting information system operates and how to analyze and interpret financial information for business decision-making.

Accounting majors have a variety of career opportunities including practice in public accounting, private industry, government, and not for profit organizations. Positions in accounting include staff accountants, internal auditor, external auditor, tax preparation and tax planning, cost accountants, business analysts and accounting information systems analysts, all of whom promote efficiency and effectiveness of organizations in these areas of practice.

Framingham State’s Accounting Program boasts small class sizes and knowledgeable faculty who are eager to get to know you. We also have a partnership with Curry College for a 9-month online Masters in Accounting to help interested students meet the requirements for CPA licensure.

The accounting profession provides job stability, high demand and good compensation. The United States Bureau of Labor Statistics project the accounting profession will grow at 10% per year through 2026.