The program is designed to produce individuals who are qualified with knowledge and techniques in one or more accounting areas: Accounting Information Systems, Financial and Public Accounting , and Taxation. Graduates of the program are prepared to successfully satisfy the requirements to take a professional examination for entry into their selected area, committed to professional and career development beyond their formal education into the highest executive levels of the selected option, capable of becoming leaders exhibiting high standards of ethical conduct within the profession, or prepared for doctoral study or research positions.