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Accounting #1 Best Online School for Accounting

The field of accounting is more dynamic than the staid reputation of number-crunching deskwork that it may have garnered. In truth, accountancy embodies a range of exciting careers and opportunities. It provides fundamental skills for a career path in the fast-paced, dynamic world of business, as well as for entrepreneurship to start your own business. As a universal profession, accountancy also offers geographic freedom — wherever you choose to live, businesses and the private sector will need accountants.

Career Opportunities:

Accountant, Budget Analyst, Financial Consultant, Finance Manager, Auditor, Tax Accountant, Forensic Accountant

Business Economics (BBA + BA)

Career Field Expected Growth Rate of 8% through 2028

Many assume that the study of economics is only about finance and the stock market, but in truth, the field is, much broader. Economics delves into the science of human behavior, intersecting such diverse disciplines as law, anthropology, physics, sociology, engineering, history, math, education, medicine, gender, environment and agriculture. A student of economics will tap into all these fields to gain an understanding of how markets function. Organizations in nearly every industry use economic analysis to forecast business and societal trends. As the global economy grows more complex and competitive, the demand for economists with strong analytical skills increases. Companies, such as Amazon and Google, continue to seek economic scholars who are prepared to meet the challenges of an ever-evolving marketplace.

Career Opportunities:

Economic Consultant, Credit Analyst, Labor Relations Specialist, Policy Analyst

Finance

16% Job Growth Rate for Financial Managers

Do you have an aptitude for math and statistics? Are you also inquisitive, outgoing and able to express your ideas clearly? If so, a finance major may be the right path for you. And if you are intrigued by aspects of residential and commercial properties, then you may choose to focus your concentration in Finance, Insurance and Real Estate. In addition to gaining business acumen, you’ll learn how to creatively solve problems using a number-driven approach. This degree choice prepares you for CFA charter exams and CFP certifications and helps you stand out in inter-university competitions for a vast array of job opportunities.

Career Opportunities:

Credit Analyst, Hedge Fund Manager, Financial Advisor, Investment Banker

Human Resource Management

National Job Growth of 9% through 2030

A BBA in Human Resource Management (HRM) prepares you for a career in managing human resources in private or public organizations, government or nonprofits. As a human resource manager, you will play a key role in hiring, training, development, compensation and employee wellness. Graduating with a major in Human Resource Management makes you immediately employable and readies you for a long career with opportunities for advancement.

Career Opportunities:

Employee Relations Manager, Corporate Recruiter, Training and Development Manager, HR Business Partner