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Returning to School

March 8, 2022 | Accounting.com Staff

Adults return to school for several reasons, including gaining experience to advance their careers, pursuing a career change, and earning a degree for personal enrichment. Adults considering an accounting degree may wish to increase their salary potential by meeting the educational requirements for a CPA license or want to change careers into a dynamic field […]

Basics of Forensic Accounting

March 7, 2022 | Accounting.com Staff

If you turn on the news today, you will likely see a story related to fraudulent activity. As criminals and scammers adapt to a world that revolves around the internet,...

How to Choose an Accounting Degree Program

March 7, 2022 | Accounting.com Staff

Many people consider accounting the language of business. This age-old field remains a vital part of the modern commercial world. Companies across the nation need individuals who can understand numbers...

Accounting Degree Guide for Single Parents

March 7, 2022 | Accounting.com Staff

A college education financially benefits graduates over their lifetimes. In fact, the Social Security Administration reports that an advanced degree can increase lifelong income by over $1 million. Given that single parents must provide for dependents, they certainly benefit from this increased income, particularly since Legal Momentum stated that median earnings for single-mother homes fell under $30,000 in 2012. […]

What Is GAAP?

March 4, 2022 | Accounting.com Staff

Read our GAAP guide to learn why these principles are standard in the U.S., who determines the 10 basic tenets, and how GAAP differs from other accounting methods.

Are Online Accounting Degrees Respected by Employers?