The Department of Accounting has been preparing individuals for careers in business, including professional accounting, since 1927. Faculty have a long-standing tradition of interaction with a wide range of accounting professionals. Department faculty were instrumental in establishing the North Dakota Society of Certified Public Accountants.

Professional accountants face a variety of challenges and opportunities in their careers. To achieve success as a professional accountant, individuals must have a sound foundation in the liberal arts and sciences, a broad general understanding of business, a solid technical base in accounting, and a well developed ability to communicate in oral and written form. The accounting programs offered by the faculty provide the range of experience and knowledge needed for success as a professional accountant. The faculty’s programs also fulfill general University and College of Business graduation requirements.