Accounting

 

WELCOME

The mission of the Department of Accounting is to contribute to society by providing an effective, inclusive and innovative learning environment, producing high quality research, promoting the accounting profession, and engaging with the business community.

We are one of only 180 universities worldwide to achieve dual accreditation in both business and accounting from AACSB International, the longest-serving global accrediting body for business schools that offer undergraduate, master’s and doctoral degrees in business and accounting. AACSB accreditation is the gold standard for students seeking the finest education and companies seeking cutting edge talent.

 

ACCOUNTING DEGREES 

B.B.A. in Accounting

M.S. in Accounting

Accelerated BBA/MSA Programs

Graduate Certificates

Ph.D. in Accounting

Accounting Minor

Student Testimonials

SUPPORT FOR STUDENT SUCCESS

Accounting Internship Program

Accounting Scholarships

Accounting Student Organizations

Tutoring Resources for Accounting

FACULTY & RESEARCH

Meet the faculty and staff of the KSU Accounting Department. 

The Department of Accounting invites top accounting scholars to share their current research with our faculty and doctoral students. 

 

accounting faculty and staff

 

ACCOUNTING PROFESSION & CERTIFICATION

An overview of the Accounting Profession 

 

 

 View the career & Major Fact Sheet (.PDF)

 

 

Career Trajectories for Accounting Students and the new Online Master of Science in Accounting Program

Hear from Drew Sellers, EDM, CMA, former chair of the Department of Accounting at Kent State’s Ambassador Crawford College of Business and Entrepreneurship. Sellers shares highlights on the accounting program including career trajectories for accounting students and the  Online Master of Science in Accounting program.

Listen now | Breaking Down Business Podcast

Accounting certifications can be used to enhance your career, achieve promotions and get pay raises. There are a range of options available and some may be a better fit for you than others, depending on your career goals. The following is a sample list of certifications available in the accounting area.

Learn more about certifications

 

COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT

Meonske Conference

High School Outreach

Accounting Advisory Board

Give to KSU Accounting

Wei Li

CONTACT US

Wei Li, Ph.D.

Department Chair for Accounting
wli2@kent.edu
330-672-1125

ACCOUNTING OFFICE
Phone: 330-672-2545
Fax: 330-672-2548
550 Business Administration Building
accounting@kent.edu

MAILING ADDRESS
Ambassador Crawford College of Business and Entrepreneurship
P.O. Box 5190
Kent State University
Kent, OH 44242