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California State University, Chico

Accounting Minor

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  • Program Type

    Undergraduate Minor

  • Delivery Type

    On Campus

Numbers tell a story—and accountants know how to read it. A minor in accounting gives you the tools to understand, analyze, and communicate financial information, helping businesses and organizations make sound decisions.

Whether you want to enhance your major or open doors to new career opportunities, this minor offers practical, in-demand skills that will set you apart.

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Unlock the Language of Business

You will build a strong foundation in financial and managerial accounting, taxation, and auditing. Core courses include “Intermediate Accounting,” “Cost Accounting,” and “Tax Concepts,” which will help you develop essential skills in financial analysis and reporting that employers value.

Skills You Can Bank On

As a student in the minor, you'll learn to interpret and report financial data accurately, an ability that applies to any industry. Adding accounting expertise to your major will help you stand out in competitive job markets and graduate prepared for roles in accounting, financial planning, auditing, and even entrepreneurship.

In this minor, you will develop:

  • Management and leadership skills
  • Understanding of healthcare systems and policies
  • Financial and budget acumen
  • Health information management and technology skills
  • Strategic planning and marketing abilities

Build Knowledge that All Adds Up

A minor in accounting is a great addition to any major in business or finance. It will also give you an edge over competition in unrelated fields by equipping you with an indispensable skillset that relates to every career path.


Some common majors that complement this minor include:

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Expand Your Horizons

Elevate your learning experience outside the classroom. Join the Economics Club and the International Honor Society in Economics, which provide regular gatherings to connect with other students in the major, industry speaker presentations, internship and research opportunities, and field trips.

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