| Program description | The Department of Accounting prepares students for a wide range of careers within the accounting profession. Accounting graduates are in a well-paid and respected profession. As a certified public accountant (CPA) that advises company executives on matters directly and indirectly related to the financial aspects on the firm, or as a rising young executive, CWU graduates have been well prepared. Many accounting graduates work with various government organizations, helping to evaluate and solve society's problems. The faculty at CWU places a great emphasis upon practical accounting as well as the underlying theoretical concepts. Most faculty members hold advanced degrees in business, CPA certificates, and have had practical experience in public and/or private accounting. |