Careers in accounting can be exciting, rewarding, lucrative and practical. Accountants have a variety of responsibilities that are dependent upon their area of focus, such as preparing financial reports, budgeting, financial forecasting and conducting audits—just to name a few.

There are more career opportunities in accounting than you might think, and hiring a skilled accountant is a good business decision for a wide variety of industries, creating high job security. If you possess great analytical skills, attention to detail and the ability to think critically, a career in accounting might be right for you.

Many accounting careers require a bachelor’s degree. One of the best things about Delta is your ability to start here and go anywhere. Delta offers the lowest in-district tuition rates within a 75-mile radius. By starting here, you can save tens of thousands of dollars on your education. You may even qualify for free tuition with Michigan Reconnect or the Community College Guarantee!

Most universities will accept two years of credits from Delta, and some universities will even accept three years of credits. “I like that I can do the three and one program and transfer to Northwood to button up my degree,” says Marisa Nunn, student. “It’s convenient and it’s affordable.”

The accounting program at Delta is offered 100% online, providing the flexibility, accessibility and affordability many students need. Delta's small class sizes provide an excellent opportunity to learn the foundations of accounting theory and practice.

“Our resources are diverse here and we utilize technology well,” shares Blaine Sich, accounting instructor. “Students get some hands-on applications working out problems, working with raw data and expanding on that to exercise their own critical thinking skills.”

Watch the Accounting program video featuring current students and faculty at Delta or visit Delta’s webpagefor more information.