Accounting Minor
What is Accounting?
The Accounting Minor at MSU-Northern provides students with a strong foundation in financial and managerial accounting, equipping them with the practical skills needed for business management and fiscal oversight. Whether you're pursuing a degree in business, agriculture, or a technical field, this minor adds versatile financial expertise that enhances your career opportunities across many industries.
Why Choose a Minor in Accounting?
Adding an Accounting Minor to your degree broadens your employment potential by preparing you to manage financial operations in a variety of fields. This program is designed to complement your major with a focus on real-world applications in accounting, finance, and business law. From small businesses to large corporations, the demand for accounting knowledge continues to grow.
- Gain Financial Expertise – Develop the ability to analyze financial data and oversee budgets.
- Expand Career Opportunities – Enhance your career prospects in business, agriculture, and management.
- Practical Learning – Learn accounting strategies applicable to both public and private sectors.
The Accounting Minor pairs well with a variety of business and technical majors, providing valuable financial expertise in different fields. Recommended pairings include:
- Business Administration – Deepen your understanding of financial management and business operations.
- Agricultural Operations Technology – Ideal for those managing financial aspects of farm and ranch operations.
- Diesel Technology – Perfect for students looking to manage or operate service shops and dealerships.
- Liberal Studies – A great fit for those looking to enhance critical thinking with practical financial skills.
The Academic Map provides a clear semester-by-semester breakdown of the courses required to complete the program.
Sample Courses:
- Principles of Financial Accounting
- Accounting Data Analytics
- Auditing
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For estimated tuition/fees, residence hall rates and more, see the 2024-2025 Estimated Costs of Attendance document, and for detailed tuition and fee costs including course fees, see the Tuition and Fees page.
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