Perspectives | Kenan-Flagler

Accounting helps food truck entrepreneur cook up profits

For UNC Kenan-Flagler grad Sophia Woo (BSBA ’10, MAC ’11), accounting know-how has been an essential ingredient for entrepreneurial success.

Automation and the evolving importance of the “smart” accountant

With automation, artificial intelligence and specialized algorithms, technology has reshaped the way work gets done in the business world.

Why data analytics matters to accountants

Accountants use data analytics to help businesses uncover valuable insights within their financials, identify process improvements, and better manage risk.

Industry perspectives: How can deep accounting knowledge make you a bigger asset to your company?

We reached out to seven impressive and influential leaders who work in or with the accounting and finance world for their perspectives.

How a Master of Finance compares to the Master of Accounting

You may be deciding on a business-related master’s degree, but your real goal is mastery of your career.

What’s the difference: MBA vs Master of Accounting degree?

If you’re trying to decide between an MBA and a Master of Accounting degree, you’ll want to understand the differences before you choose which degree to pursue.

Military leaders make great accountants

The skills required to be an exceptional leader in the military are the same skills required to be a successful accountant.

Why a MAC degree is awesome for my career

A Master of Accounting degree can take your career to the next step and help you achieve your professional goals.

Why accounting just might be the perfect career

Knowing that you’re working to keep businesses, government and other organizations, transparent and trustworthy is a nice feeling at the end of the day.

When is the right time for grad school?

While some graduate programs – like law school – can require three years (or even longer), others require only a year or two to complete.

Tax professionals have input on EVERY business decision

Most day-to-day tax work is focused on understanding the intricacies of tax law and figuring out how that applies to a client’s business.

Standard and not-so-standard accounting roles

An accounting degree opens doors to great careers — no matter your ambitions.

Math majors make great accountants

Strong math and analytical skills are a must for accountants — you’ve got those already.

Science majors make great accountants

Accountants spend their days collecting data — financial numbers and other data — making sense of it, and then advising executives on what it means. You may have never glanced at a balance sheet, but you’re already in the right mindset.

What to do when your job stinks

After considering what’s most important in a new career, you may discover you’re not qualified. What then? Grad school is a common way of getting a new credential and transitioning to a new career.

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Dec 16

Program Overview

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Learn more about our program in a webinar lead by our Master of Accounting and Master of Science in Management admissions staff. Hear about our curriculum, faculty, career support services, and vibrant community. Whether you're considering applying or have been accepted, gain insights to make informed decisions about your academic and professional future in accounting.