Accounting Department
Mission:
The mission of the Department of Accounting is to provide students with the foundation
that will allow them to understand and utilize principles, policies, and theories
that govern the field of accounting. Emphasis is on development of problem-solving
skills, effective communication, and the knowledge and use of technology as it relates
to the profession. The focus of the curriculum is to provide students with the background
for careers in public, private, or governmental accounting as well as advanced study.
The Bachelor of Science degree with a major in Accounting will be awarded to students
who complete the 120 hour semester hour program in Accounting and meet the University
and College of Business requirements for graduation.
Department Resources:
The department offers various activities aimed at involving the students and exposing
them to the various career opportunities in accounting. They include a NABA (National
Association of Black Accountants) student chapter which sponsors field trips, resume-writing
seminars, interview skills workshops, and peer counseling.
Campus visits by former graduates in management are frequent to supply students with
a real-world orientation to corporate America. Students are assigned individual faculty
advisors and are encouraged to visit with them regularly.
Department Head:
Dr. Ghebre Keleta
Department Head
Department of Accounting
P. O. Box 580
Jacob T. Stewart Building, Room 239
Office Number: (318) 274 - 2795
Fax Number (318) 274 - 3201
