Accounting is often referred to as the “language of business”. With our experienced faculty and innovative learning opportunities, we’ll help you become fluent in this language. Our grads are highly sought after in the job market thanks to a variety of skills that make them valuable in multiple fields. The field of accounting and the role of accountants is rapidly changing and ripe with opportunities. Accountants are decreasingly asked to just crunch numbers - companies now have expanded the roles of accountants into areas related to financial planning, data analysis, business forecasting, creation and monitoring of internal controls, fraud prevention and detection, and decision support. Completing a degree in accounting will prepare you with a unique skill set to have a challenging, rewarding career. With a degree from our AACSB-accredited and challenging accounting program, you’ll have a competitive advantage in the job market.
The Romain College of Business has earned accreditation from AACSB, which is considered the "gold standard" for business accreditation. Only 5.7% of business schools, globally, have earned that accreditation. Achieving accreditation is a multi-year process of rigorous internal focus, engagement with an AACSB-assigned mentor and peer-reviewed evaluation. Schools must develop and implement a plan to align with accreditation standards. These standards require excellence in areas relating to strategic management and innovation; student, faculty, and staff as active participants; learning and teaching; and academic and professional engagement.
To apply to the University of Southern Indiana (USI) for undergraduate enrollment:
Once USI has processed your application, transcript(s) and scores (if needed), a decision will be made by Undergraduate Admissions and you will receive a notification.
Upon acceptance to USI, you'll receive detailed information about next steps, including orientation, registration and housing.
Accountants in industry make up a substantial portion of the profession. Governmental and not-for-profit accounting is a strong growth accounting field, and with it, you'll enjoy positions in federal and state governments, hospitals, universities and charitable organizations. You'll record, analyze and report information used by managers to make financial and managerial decisions for businesses. Accountants in industry may also be certified as Certified Management Accountants (CMA).
*income information provided by O*NET Online. Occupation opportunities vary by region and experience.
The University of Southern Indiana is committed to making college accessible to those wishing to further their education by providing numerous scholarships, grants, and financial aid options to assist students in managing tuition expenses.
“The business acumen and interpersonal skillset I gained from the Romain College of Business are invaluable. The Romain College of Business has prepared me for my future career endeavors by providing an exceptional education through a challenging curriculum, a collaborative learning environment, and remarkable professors. ”
"Find work and an organization that you are passionate about. You can work in many different fields with an Accounting degree, so finding what you enjoy most will be beneficial to your career growth."
“My time at USI and the Romain College of Business provided me with skills and knowledge to successfully navigate the professional world post-graduation. Gaining an education from professors who had real-life, tangible business experience coupled with their academic accolades increased the value of the business curriculum. I am forever thankful for the personal and professional relationships that were formed during my time at USI."
“The Romain College of Business provided resources and experiences both inside and outside the classroom to help me build the skills needed for a successful career.”
