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Today’s accountants do much more than count money and balance the books. They solve crimes, play a role in healthcare reform, run small businesses and more. Gaining specialized knowledge and skills to help you succeed as an accountant is one reason why you might pursue a master's degree accounting.

Think you want to become a financial analyst, but not sure where to start? Learn how a bachelor's degree in finance can teach you the skills and give you the qualifications you need to begin a career in financial analysis.

After earning her associate degree from Southern New Hampshire University (SNHU), Minda Thurman '18 '23 '26G suffered a brain aneurysm and a stroke. But she didn't let that stop her from achieving her goals and going on to earn a bachelor's and a master's degree next.

How do you pursue an accounting career path and succeed at it? Whether you choose to follow a traditional path as a public accountant or choose a specialty like financial accounting, earning your degree is a great place to start. From there, you can decide whether you want to become certified.