School of Accounting

A Message from the Chair

Dr. Brian Cadman, School of Accounting Chair Headshot“At the Eccles School of Accounting, we promote scholarship in accounting and advocate an ethical approach to lifelong learning and professional success. Our faculty are leading scholars, thought leaders, and mentors with the passion to ensure that our students master the language of business while solving problems with a thirst for learning. With a focus on student experience, we cultivate exceptional educational opportunities that build innovative leaders who can leverage accounting data as part of an effective decision-making process.

We are proud that our commitment to excellence has been recognized with accolades and rankings, including:

  • 2021, Master of Accounting Program, Best Master’s Degree in Accounting, Ranked 29, by Best Accredited Colleges
  • 2019, Master of Accounting Program, Top 50 Master’s Accounting Programs, Ranked 33, by Public Accounting Report
  • 2019, Undergraduate Accounting Program, Top 50 Undergraduate Accounting Programs, Ranked 44
  • 2018, Undergraduate Accounting Program, Top Ranked Undergraduate Accounting Programs in the West, Ranked 14
  • 2018, Undergraduate Accounting Program, Top 50 Undergraduate Accounting Programs, Ranked 48

But, even more important than rankings, is that our students will graduate to affect tangible change and be empowered to navigate within a diverse, inclusive, and ever-changing business environment.”

Dr. Brian Cadman
Chair, School of Accounting

Undergraduate

Our top-rated undergraduate curriculum goes beyond fundamentals and into the world of financial management, taxation, auditing, and international finance.

Graduate

Ranked Top-50 in the country* our Master of Accounting (MAcc) degree adds the credential needed to advance your career in the accounting world and prepare to pass the CPA exam.

Ph.D.

Prepare for an academic career through the development of specialized knowledge necessary to conduct scholarly research and to be effective teachers.

New Podcast From School of Accounting

Join us for an interview series in video and podcast formats that focuses on the role of accounting in our communities. Stories range from healthcare to breweries. Cyber risk to government budgets. Banking to entrepreneurs. Prepare to be amazed to learn how accountants save the world! Listen

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School of Accounting faculty members

School of Accounting Faculty

Respected as some of the best in their field, Eccles School faculty are skilled teachers, innovative researchers and global thought leaders who are shaping the strategic pioneers of the future and transforming business practices worldwide. View faculty.

Faculty Research Seminars

The School of Accounting brings in top scholars to share their cutting-edge research with faculty and doctoral students.

View upcoming and archived seminars.

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Upcoming Events

From research seminars, to career fairs, advisory board events, to student trips, the School of Accounting always has plenty of events going on. For a complete list, Click Here.

Beyond the Classroom

Accounting Club

The Accounting Club brings together students interested in accounting programs and careers for professional development, networking, and more. Undergraduate and graduate students from any major with an interest in accounting and finance are encouraged to join.

Women’s Programs at the Eccles School

 The Eccles School provides myriad opportunities for women studying finance-related fields.

Alumni Networking Group

The School of Accounting Alumni Affinity Network provides opportunities to network and connect with each other.

School of Accounting

Our mission is to promote scholarship in accounting and advocate an ethical approach to lifelong learning and professional success. We offer exceptional educational opportunities that build innovative leaders who will be able to affect change and ethically navigate within a diverse, inclusive, and ever-changing business environment.

EVENTS

Join us at upcoming information sessions, employer-related and mentorship events, and other Eccles events.

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