UNO's AACSB-accounting-accredited programs emphasize exceptional quality educational experiences that equip graduates to be successful accounting professionals.
School of Accounting Mission Statement
The UNO School of Accounting leverages its distinctive metropolitan position to
- prepare students for professional accounting and business careers by delivering AACSB Accounting Accredited and IMA Endorsed BSBA-Accounting and Master of Accounting programs,
- create and disseminate knowledge that impacts students, the academy, and business professionals by engaging in relevant scholarly activities, and
- enrich relationships among students, faculty, and business professionals in the Omaha region by providing and supporting engagement opportunities.
AACSB Accounting Accreditation
UNO's undergraduate and graduate accounting programs have earned AACSB Accounting Accreditation, a prestigious indicator of quality and commitment to rigorous standards and continuous improvement.
IMA Endorsement
UNO is the first university in Nebraska to earn the IMA's Endorsement of Higher Education, signifying that the Department of Accounting's management accounting curricula enable students to pursue the Certified Management Accountant (CMA) credential.
IIA Internal Audit Awareness Program
The Institute of Internal Audit (IIA) recognizes UNO's Department of Accounting as an IIA Internal Audit Awareness Program School, acknowledging our inclusion of internal auditing concepts in auditing courses.
Beta Alpha Psi
Our Beta Alpha Psi chapter has received the Superior Chapter designation for the past twelve years. Beta Alpha Psi is the international honor organization for financial information students and professionals (accounting, finance, and information systems).Accounting Careers Program and Internships
Students take advantage of internship opportunities with local CPA firms and other business, government, and non-profit organizations and learn about diverse career paths through careers program events.