Turn your strengths into a passionate career. Fast Track Your Accounting Degree

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1 Turn your strengths into a passionate career Fast Track Your Accounting Degree

2 Start Your Career at DeVry University Did you know based on current enrollments, accounting is the largest declared major at DeVry university? DeVry accounting career-focused coursework provides the foundational competencies in cost accounting, auditing, taxation and accounting information systems that employers value. The new Bachelor of science in Accounting degree has 45 out of 125 academic credits, (36%) specifically in accounting. DeVry BsBA and BsTM degree programs, with a concentration in accounting meet the specific admission requirements for Keller s master s degree in Accounting. Advance Your Career through Keller one of the largest graduate accounting programs in the u.s. (eduventures, Inc study). enhance your CPA credentials with a fast-track MBA. Pursue a CPA designation with Keller s graduate accounting degree programs. As an alternative option, you can earn a Keller Graduate Certificate in CPA Preparation. Proven learning approach with Becker Professional Education Industry leader for more than 50 years and largest provider of CPA exam review with almost half a million successful CPA alumni, more than any other review provider. students who prepare with Becker pass at double the rate of non-becker candidates (based on averages of AICPA published pass rates). Partners with the Big Four as well as 99 out of the top 100 accounting firms. Since 2005, nearly 90% of the top scorers (Watt Sells award winners) on the CPA exam have prepared with Becker.

3 Fast Track Your Degree Accounting careers are found in nearly every business enterprise, including: Public accounting firms Multinational companies Small businesses Non-profit organizations Government agencies Environmental/Green Forensic Prepare for a profession where careers abound When you get on board with accounting, you can take advantage of one of the world s hottest career choices. Accounting positions rank among the top five open positions in the u.s. and employment of accountants and auditors is expected to grow by 22% from , which is much faster than average employment growth (Bureau of Labor statistics, u.s. Department of Labor). You ll also have access to diverse and exciting career opportunities. The best opportunities will be for those who complete master s degree programs and earn the profession s gold standard: the CPA. Experience a world of opportunity Did you know Phil Knight, co-founder of nike got his start as a CPA (American Institute of Certified Public Accountants (AICPA)? Accounting is a career that can inspire and appeal to all kinds of personalities all over the world. Increased regulation, newly adopted reporting standards, new legislation and emerging markets have created opportunities for accountants both domestically and abroad. In fact, according to the national Association of Colleges and employers, accounting services employers represents the greatest number of employment offers to all college graduates. It s a great time to join the ranks of accounting professionals and get into a field that expects growth. DeVry university, our Keller graduate school of Management and Becker Professional education can get you there fast and help prepare you to succeed. OPPORTUNITY BACHELOR S Staff Accountant Financial Analyst Internal Auditor Credit Officer Mortgage Underwriter Loan Officer CPA Compliance Officer Director of Finance Senior Accountant Firm Partner Tax Accounting Manager Compliance Analyst Bank Examiner MASTER S Chief Executive Officer (CEO) Chief Financial Officer (CFO) Chief Compliance Officer Chief Strategy Officer Director of Mergers & Acquisitions Manager of Financial Planning Director of Internal Audits Commercial Lender Managing Partner EDUCATION

4 DeVry Route DeVry University Keller MBA +CPA Review DeVry/Keller/Becker 5½ YEARS TO EARN YOUR BACHELOR S, MBA AND COMPLETE THE CPA REVIEW Other Options Other Undergraduate Schools Other Graduate Schools CPA Review Other Options 7 YEARS TO EARN BACHELOR S, MBA AND COMPLETE THE CPA REVIEW 1 YEAR 3 YEARS 5 YEARS 7 YEARS Get on the fast track to an exciting career DeVry university, Keller graduate school of Management and Becker Professional education can prepare you for a career that can take you wherever you want to go in less time than other educational routes. DeVry offers several accounting degree program options to complete your bachelor s degree in as few as 3 years*. By continuing on through Keller, earn your master s degree by completing courses (when you are a DeVry grad eligible for the 4 course exemptions ). With Becker, prepare to pass the CPA exam while simultaneously earning your master s degree, as the Keller CPA preparation courses utilize Becker s learning approach and materials. Earn top accounting credentials and save DeVry, Keller and Becker give you a complete road map to obtaining an accounting education that includes an MBA, while helping you to prepare to sit for the CPA exam. And because you can receive a highly credentialed accounting education in as few as 5 years, you can save 2 years, 7 courses and more than $10,000 in tuition. The advantages over other educational routes are clear. Whether starting as a high school graduate, transferring from a community college or changing career focus, you can earn the credentials that can position yourself for success in the accounting profession. Learn more about how you can fast track your accounting education through DeVry, Keller and Becker. net result is save 2 years and more than $10,000 in tuition and fees. Also save on CPA exam preparation fees. *As a full-time student taking courses year round. Potential graduate students must have completed their DeVry undergraduate degree within 10 years of the date they enroll in their graduate program. Undergraduate courses presented for exemption consideration must reflect academic achievement of B or better. Not applicable for MSAC degree. Course exemptions not available in New York and New Jersey. In Ohio degrees are Bachelor of Business Administration and Bachelor of Technical Management; in New York, degrees are Bachelor of Professional Studies in Business Administration and Bachelor of Professional Studies in Technical Management. devry.edu/accounting

5 Credentials for lifetime success Courses can help satisfy licensing requirements (150-hour requirement, CPe). Potential to pass CPA exam at two times higher rate (according to the AICPA published pass rates). Career-focused curriculum taught by professional faculty. Speed to goal simultaneously earn a degree or graduate certificate while preparing for the CPA exam. DeVry alumni may qualify for Fast Track exemptions up to 25% fewer courses. up to 7 fewer courses to complete your degree. Lower costs save money on a Master of Business Administration or Master of Accounting & Financial Management degree and exam-prep courses. Graduate coursework often qualifies for tuition reimbursement through many employers, thus enabling you to also get reimbursed for your CPA exam review. Accelerate return on investment (save approximately two years). save more than $10,000 in tuition and fees. Accelerated Master s Degree in Accounting 30 semester credit, fast-track program for CPA candidates. specialized admission requirements, requiring Bachelor s degree in Accounting, or business degree with accounting major. Integrates Becker s proven learning approach and materials. Available in selected states Our grads say: I like the fact that my professors were very knowledgeable seeing textbook principles being applied in the classroom, and the next day to see how it applied at work was a great experience. James Moon, Senior Accountant, Prudential Financial Investment Operations Group 2009 Master of Accounting & Financial Management I had a wonderful experience at Keller. I fell in love with accounting and changed my major. Anna Njoroge Controller, CBS Radio, Las Vegas Bachelor of Science in Business Administration, summa cum laude 2008 Master of Business Administration I would not have been considered for the position I have today without my degrees from Keller. I was very, very proud to be a Watt Sells Award winner and to have earned one of the top 10 scores in the nation on the CPA exam. And, there s no way I would have done that without the Becker prep courses. Leslie Regui, Financial Reporting Manager, Spectranetics Corporation 2008 Master of Accounting & Financial Management 2009 Master of Business Administration 2009 Elijah Watt Sells Award Winner

6 devry.edu/accounting devry.edu 888.DEVRY.04 keller.edu becker.com/cpa 877.CPA.EXAM For comprehensive consumer information, visit devry.edu/studentconsumerinfo or visit keller.edu/studentconsumerinfo Credits and degrees from this institution do not automatically qualify the holder to participate in professional licensing exams to practice certain professions. Persons interested in practicing a regulated profession must contact the appropriate state regulatory agency for their field of interest. In New York, DeVry University operates as DeVry College of New York. DeVry university is accredited by The higher Learning Commission of the north Central Association of Colleges and schools, Keller graduate school of Management is included in this accreditation. DeVry university is authorized for operation by the TheC, nashville Campus: 3343 Perimeter Hill Dr. Nashville, TN Licensed by the Mississippi Commission on Proprietary School and College Registration, Certification No. C-498. DeVry is certified to operate by the State Council of higher education for Virginia. AC0060. Program availability, and course requirements and availability, vary by location DeVry educational Development Corp. All rights reserved /12