Accounting
Introduction & Overview
Often called, ‘the language of business,’ accounting is the primary information system for all business and non-profit organization. Accounting is a dynamic field, characterized by continuous change in response to changing business practices.
Financial Accounting deals with the preparation of financial statements by management and the auditing and attestation of these statements by public auditors. Managerial Accounting deals with internal reporting within the company, using the same accounting information system and other knowledge sources. The third component to accounting practice is the tax practice, which involves providing legal, ethical, and technical expertise on the preparation of tax returns on behalf of organizations and individuals.
Accounting students learn the basic conceptual framework of financial reporting, including accrual accounting and all of the analytical, quantitative and practical skills necessary for work in these areas. The Accounting program is comprised of courses in Accounting, Finance, Economics, and Quantitative Methods, as well as Business Law and Ethics.
An Accounting major may find employment in professional accounting firms, corporations, non-profit organizations and government in a variety of capacities. Manhattanville’s proximity to New York City provides abundant opportunities for internships and employment in accounting.
Degrees
Bachelor of Arts in Accounting
Bachelor of Science in Accounting
Minor
Accounting
Note: Accounting majors can choose a second major or a minor in the Economics, Finance and Management (EFM) division. However, a student cannot pursue more than two programs within EFM.
Note: Please speak to the Division Chair or your academic advisor for details regarding double counting.
Career Ideas
Actuary, Benefits Manager, Budget Analyst, Chief Financial Officer, Credit Analyst, Finance Manager, Financial Examiner, Government Budget Analyst, Insurance Adjustor, Internal Auditor, Loan Officer, Market Research Analyst, Property Accountant, Securities Broker
Division Chair
William Perkins, (914) 323.5149, William.Perkins@mville.edu
Faculty and Staff
David Borker – International business, international accounting, environmental economics
Peter Rivera - Corporate finance policies, derivatives and structured finance, accounting and finance education
Administrative Assistant
Carolyn Greaige