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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.

Jordan (Lake) Remmes ’08 ’16 has some history with SNHU. It’s where she lived and learned as a traditional campus student, immersed in academics and extracurriculars. And it’s where she earned her master’s degree as a new mom — her babies close by as she worked on her assignments online.

Cynthia Preston '26 came out of retirement to go back to school. After spending her career as a tailor in the fashion industry, she decided to pursue a bachelor's degree in marketing at SNHU — and advised all new students to follow their passions as well when choosing a major.

Considering a career change or exploring what you could do with a finance degree? From educational requirements and industry credentials to soft skills, discover just what it takes to start a career in financial advising.