{"id":8252,"date":"2026-10-12T11:36:58","date_gmt":"2026-10-12T16:36:58","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.winona.edu\/academics\/?page_id=8252"},"modified":"2026-10-12T11:36:59","modified_gmt":"2026-10-12T16:36:59","slug":"accounting-department","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.winona.edu\/academics\/colleges\/business\/accounting-department\/","title":{"rendered":"Accounting Department"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Accounting is about more than numbers. It helps businesses grow, organizations plan for the future, and people make smart financial decisions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

From managing budgets to uncovering fraud, accountants use problem solving and critical thinking to make a real difference.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

At Winona State University, you\u2019ll learn how to turn financial information into useful insights. Through strong classroom teaching and hands-on learning, you\u2019ll build skills to solve problems, share ideas, and help companies succeed.<\/p>\n\n\n \n

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Find Your Path<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Whether you\u2019re just starting college, adding to your degree, or changing careers, Winona State offers options to help you reach your goals.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Winona State\u2019s Accounting programs are also accredited by the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB). Translation: We\u2019re committed to quality business education.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Explore our Accounting programs<\/a> to find the right path for you.<\/p>\n\n\n <\/div>\n <\/div><\/div>\n\n\n \n

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Be Prepared for What’s Next<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

At Winona State, you won\u2019t just study accounting concepts. You\u2019ll also learn how to apply them to real-world challenges and prepare for the workplace.<\/p>\n\n\n

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Dedicated Faculty<\/div>\n

Your professors are here to help you build a strong foundation in accounting and business through excellent classroom teaching.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n

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Hands-on Experience<\/div>\n

Your practical projects and internships will help you apply what you learn in class.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n

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Professional Network<\/div>\n

As a College of Business student, you\u2019ll get to meet regional employers, hear from guest speakers, and explore career options.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n

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Competitive Certification<\/div>\n

After graduation, you’ll be ready to pursue industry certifications like Certified Public Accountant (CPA) and Certified Management Accountant (CMA).<\/p>\n<\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n <\/div>\n <\/div><\/div>\n\n\n \n

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Get Support Along the Way<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

You don\u2019t have to figure out college or your future career alone.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Winona State has several student resources<\/a> to plan your degree, find opportunities, and take your next steps, like:<\/p>\n\n\n\n