Introduction
The Institute of
Managerial Accountants (IMA) defines
management accounting as the process of
identification, measurement,
accumulation, analysis preparation,
interpretation, and communication of
financial information used by management
to plan, evaluate, and control within an
organization to assure appropriate use
of and accountability for its resources.
Management Accounting also comprises the
preparation of financial reports for
non-management groups such as
shareholders, creditors, regulatory
agencies, and tax authorities.
Approximately 60 percent of all
accountants in the United States are
employed in the broad field of
management accounting.
Why Study Accounting at UWSP?
Accounting has
long been considered one of the more attractive fields
of study in the United States. The future continues to
be bright for accountants who have demonstrated
accounting, interpersonal, computer, and communication
skills, as well as geographic mobility.
High School Preparation
To prepare for a
major in accounting, high school students should focus
on courses in mathematics, accounting, and computers.
Department Features
The teaching
faculty for this program are part of the Division of
Business and Economics and include persons representing
a wide range of academic, industrial, and governmental
experience and expertise. Computer use is fully
integrated within the Accounting curriculum. Accounting
and business-related books, periodicals, tax services,
and government documents on accounting, tax, and
business-related subjects are available in the
University Library or through the interlibrary loan
system.
Career Opportunities
UWSP alumni,
when surveyed, reported the following job titles: Senior
Accountant, Revenue Auditor 4, Financial Analyst, Cost
Accountant - Manufacturing, Accounting Manager Trainee,
Cost Analyst, Auditor, Corporate Tax Accountant, Lab
Accountant, Senior Auditor, Staff Accountant, Cost
Systems Analyst, Staff Auditor, and Chief Accountant.
