Accounting | Springfield College

Accounting

Major | Bachelor of Science
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  • Our Experiential Major Map helps you visualize and design your journey
  • Courses offered on campus in Springfield, Mass.
  • Courses are taught utilizing current business software
  • Opportunity to gain practical experience through internships and volunteering for programs such as the VITA (Volunteer Income Tax Assistance)
  • IACBE accredited
  • Member of the AACSB Business Education Alliance
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  • Learning outcomes
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With the U.S. Department of Labor predicting that accounting jobs will grow 6% between now and 2031, there’s no better time to become an Accounting Major at Springfield College.

Our broad accounting curriculum—including courses in management, communications, ethics, and data analytics—allows students to gain knowledge in all aspects of the accounting field. Accounting students learn effective strategies for assembling, analyzing, and reporting financial data for a wide range of entities. Internships offer the opportunity for students to put their knowledge into action.

Students graduate ready to start their careers in for-profit or nonprofit organizations; continue their education in graduate school; or obtain professional accounting certifications such as the certified public accountant (CPA) and the certified management accountant (CMA). Springfield graduates often pursue careers as public and private accountants, internal auditors, IT auditors, and government accountants.


MBA 4+1: Earn both your BS and MBA in just five years!
Accounting majors at Springfield can earn both their bachelor's and master’s degrees in just five years with our MBA 4+1 program. For students already interested in earning their degree in accounting, this is a unique way to earn a Master of Business Administration to gain a competitive edge in the job market. Graduates have used their advanced business degrees to find successful careers in finance and management. 

What job can I get with Accounting?

A degree in Accounting from Springfield College paves the way for a successful career in the financial world. As an accountant, you can pursue various roles such as public accountant, where you’ll handle tasks like auditing, tax preparation, and consulting for diverse clients. In corporate settings, accountants play a critical role in managing financial records, ensuring compliance with regulations, and supporting business strategy.

Data is from the 2024 Occupational Outlook Handbook from the Bureau of Labor Statistics


Accountants and auditors
$79,880
Median Salary
6%
Job Projected Growth
91,400+
Job Projected Openings

Accountants and auditors prepare and examine financial records, identify potential areas of opportunity and risk, and provide solutions for businesses and individuals. They ensure that financial records are accurate, that financial and data risks are evaluated, and that taxes are paid properly. They also assess financial operations and work to help ensure that organizations run efficiently. 



Financial Analysts
$99,890
Median Salary
9%
Job Projected Growth
37,900+
Job Projected Openings

Financial analysts guide businesses and individuals in decisions about expending money to attain profit. They assess the performance of stocks, bonds, and other types of investments.



Accounting Professor / Postsecondary teachers
$84,380
Median Salary
8%
Job Projected Growth
111,400+
Job Projected Openings

Postsecondary teachers instruct students in a variety of academic subjects beyond the high school level. They may also conduct research and publish scholarly papers and books.


 “Something that Springfield not only taught me but enhanced and helped me grow as an individual is communication. It's a very welcoming place ... people are going to say hello and ask you how you've been and genuinely care about you. Being a small and close-knit campus, it's hard to describe to people who haven't been on campus to experience the feeling. The skill of communication mixed with the tradition and philosophy of spirit, mind, and body, has truly put me, and I'm sure many other Springfield business majors, in places of great opportunity.” - Shaun Ermi ’17

Shaun is a Master of Science in accounting and finance student at the University of Essex in Colchester, England.

Shaun Ermi, graduate of the accounting program

Business Management Advisory Board

The Department of Business Management Advisory Board plays an important role in the strategy and operations for our programs.

The advisory board, which includes influential business leaders, provides us insight to make sure our program offerings align with the needs of careers within the field.

Professor Mike Musante teaches a class

Departmental Mission

To offer a transformative business education to emerging leaders who serve society and create enduring solutions to contemporary challenges.

Vision

To be on the creative forefront of teaching, research, and practice, while creating lifelong value and connections for our students and stakeholders.

IACBE Accreditation

The Department of Business Management at Springfield College has received specialized accreditation for its business programs through the International Accreditation Council for Business Education (IACBE) located at 11960 Quivira Road in Overland Park, Kansas, USA. For a list of accredited programs, please view our IACBE member status page.

IACBE Accreditation

AACSB Membership

As a member of the Business Education Alliance of the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business, Springfield College is part of the world’s largest global business education network, connecting educational institutions and businesses to develop exceptional global leaders.

AACSB Business Education Alliance Member
Incoming first year Springfield College students participate in June Orientation on Alden Street
Core Curriculum

Our curriculum is designed in faithfulness to the Springfield College mission and to further strengthen the Humanics philosophy of educating students in spirit, mind, and body.

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Career Center

The Career Center’s mission is to educate, inspire, and empower students and alumni to effectively make well-informed career decisions. The staff is committed to student learning and development, and offers a variety of opportunities and programming for students and alumni.

The Academic Success Center offers readily and easily accessible services including support in writing, mathematics, science, subject area tutoring, learning strategies and time management counseling, and assistance for students with documented disabilities.
Academic Success Center

The Academic Success Center offers readily and easily accessible services including support in writing, mathematics, science, subject area tutoring, learning strategies and time management counseling, and assistance for students with documented disabilities.

Studying Accounting At Springfield College