Florida International University

What you'll study

The programme combines foundational business education with specialised accounting coursework to develop technical competence, ethical judgement and analytical skills. Typical study includes a mix of required core business courses, accounting majors courses, and electives allowing students to tailor their studies toward areas such as auditing, taxation or accounting information systems.

• Core business courses: principles of microeconomics and macroeconomics, business law, finance, management, marketing and quantitative methods for business.
• Foundational accounting: principles of financial accounting and managerial accounting that introduce financial statements, transaction analysis and cost behaviours.
• Intermediate and advanced accounting: study of intermediate financial reporting, advanced financial accounting topics, and accounting theory.
• Auditing and assurance: audit concepts, risk assessment, internal controls and professional standards.
• Taxation: individual and business tax fundamentals, tax research and planning.
• Accounting information systems: systems for recording and processing accounting information, database concepts, and controls for information technology.
• Electives and special topics: options commonly include forensic accounting, governmental and not-for-profit accounting, international accounting, and data analytics for accountants.
• Capstone and experiential learning: a capstone course or practicum, and opportunities for internships with local firms, the Big Four firms, corporate accounting departments and government agencies.

Entry requirements

Admission is to Florida International University and then to the College of Business major. Applicants typically must hold a high-school diploma or equivalent with a competitive academic record and a curriculum that includes mathematics. FIU also admits transfer students with appropriate college-level coursework and community college associates degrees.

• Academic preparation: successful completion of secondary school with a strong emphasis on mathematics and analytical subjects.
• Standardised tests and English language: FIU considers a range of evidence of college readiness; international applicants must demonstrate English proficiency through an accepted test or by meeting university-defined exemptions.
• Prerequisites: introductory college-level courses in calculus or college algebra and introductory accounting may be recommended or required before advanced accounting coursework.
• Transfer students: college transcripts showing completion of general education and business prerequisites; articulation agreements are available for many Florida community colleges.

Career prospects

Graduates with a degree in Accounting and Related Services pursue roles in public accounting, corporate finance and accounting, government and not-for-profit accounting, and advisory services. The degree provides the technical foundation for positions such as staff accountant, tax associate, audit associate, internal auditor, financial analyst and accounting systems analyst.

• Public accounting: work in audit and tax in regional and national firms, including opportunities to prepare for professional licences.
• Corporate accounting and finance: roles in financial reporting, budgeting, management accounting and treasury in industry.
• Government and nonprofit: accounting and compliance roles in municipal, state and federal agencies and in not-for-profit organisations.
• Specialist paths: forensic accounting, information assurance, accounting systems and business analytics.
• Further professional credentials: many graduates continue study or obtain additional credit hours toward certifications such as the Certified Public Accountant (CPA) or other professional qualifications.

Why study at Florida International University

Florida International University is located in Miami, a major international business hub, offering distinctive access to multinational companies, regional headquarters and a diverse client base for internships and employment. The College of Business provides AACSB-accredited business education, opportunities for experiential learning, student accounting societies, and connections with local and national accounting firms.

• Strong local industry links: frequent recruiting by public accounting firms, corporate employers and government agencies in South Florida.
• Experiential opportunities: internships, practicum courses and career services that support placement and professional development.
• Flexible pathways: options to combine undergraduate study with additional coursework or graduate programmes to meet professional licensure requirements.
• Supportive student community: active student organisations, mentoring and networking events tailored to accounting students.