Southeastern Louisiana University

Department of Accounting

The Accounting Program at Southeastern Louisiana University prepares students who  
are primarily from Southeast Louisiana for successful careers in public accounting,             
industry, government, and related fields. 

In order to achieve this mission, the Accounting Program strives to:

• Recruit and retain students who demonstrate potential for success in the field of accountancy.
  
• Enhance students' oral and written communication skills, and convey to them technical accounting information and analytical skills through excellence in teaching.
  
• Enhance the relevance and timeliness of instruction, as well as the technical competency of faculty, by conducting applied research and developing innovative educational materials and techniques.
  
• Provide frequent and meaningful opportunities for faculty and students to interact with members of the profession.
  
• Engender in students through classroom and other experiences appropriate ethical and professional behavior; a desire for life-long learning; and respect for diverse demographic and cultural backgrounds.
  
• Foster an environment for students and graduates that is conducive to successful job placement and career development.
  
• Seek continuous improvement in the program through faculty development and by regularly evaluating and updating curriculum and course content.