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Start or advance your career

An online degree in accounting from Brenau University will help you start your journey in the world of accounting or potentially advance the career you already have. Our certificate is great if you’re just starting out, and our master’s program is designed to prepare you for the CPA exam, an important part of your accounting career path. With the guidance of expert faculty, you’ll develop the skills and knowledge needed to pursue your dreams with confidence.

  • Brenau University is fully accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC)
  • The median annual wage for accountants and auditors was $77,250 in May 20211
  • About 136,400 openings for accountants and auditors are projected each year, on average, over the decade1

Find the program that’s right for you

Our certificate and graduate degree options offer professional curriculums designed to help you on the accounting path of your choice.

12 total credits; 1 year

Start your journey in accounting by learning the foundational principles necessary to work in a professional environment.

Courses/topics include: auditing, assurance services, intermediate accounting and more.

33 total credits; 8 semesters

Prepare for the CPA exam with access to exam review material through an industry-known CPA exam review provider.

Courses/topics include: individual taxation, cost accounting, CPA review and more.

About us

Brenau University is a private, nonprofit institution accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges to award associate, baccalaureate, master’s, specialist and doctoral degrees.

We are committed to empowering our students to prepare them for their chosen path. At Brenau, we care about your success and are here to help you fulfill your potential and make a positive impact on the world.

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Online learning

At Brenau, you will learn in small classes, which gives you plenty of opportunities to ask questions and receive one-on-one support from your professors. With flexible scheduling and online delivery, we make education fit into your busy life. Our programs respond to the needs of today’s students, so you’ll receive the education you need to become a leader who makes a difference. From here, you can.

Get ahead with practical coursework and individual attention

Our online accounting programs consist of courses that are both practical and expert-taught so you can learn to be successful in the field. During your course of study, you’ll explore and study a variety of subjects that will lead you in how to achieve your goals.

Your career is right around the corner

Accounting is a profession that touches all industries in some way, so there’s always demand for well-trained professionals. About 136,400 openings for accountants and auditors are projected each year, on average, over the decade.1

Top careers for accounting graduates

  1. Chief Financial Officer
  2. Controller
  3. Corporate Accountant
  4. External or Internal Auditor
  5. Fraud Examiner

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Source

  1. “Occupational Outlook Handbook: Accountants and Auditors.” Bureau of Labor Statistics. Retrieved on February 9, 2023 from https://bls.gov/.