Accounting forms the core of businesses large and small. Its broader implications extend to government policy and international relations.
With the national and international business economy constantly evolving, our accounting faculty members keep ahead of the curve through their engagement with ongoing research.
We provide undergraduate and masters students with excellent conceptual and technical skills that will allow them to excel in productive and successful careers as future business leaders in public, corporate, or governmental accounting. The school also actively contributes to creating knowledge by conducting and publishing high-quality scholarly research, and by training PhD students to become future teachers and scholars.
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Beta Alpha Psi
Founded in 1919, Beta Alpha Psi is an honor organization for financial information students and professionals. There are over 300 chapters on college and university campuses with over 300,000 members initiated since Beta Alpha Psi's formation. Beta Alpha Psi shapes financial and business information professions by developing members into ethical, professional, and confident leaders.
Research Workshops
The School of Accounting hosts many events throughout the year, including research workshops with visiting scholars.
Events
First-year UO students that entered with 25 or more AP, IB, or transfer credits are eligible to apply to become 3+1 Scholars. As 3+1 Scholars, students can graduate with an undergrad degree in three years and reserve the fourth year to earn a specialized master's degree through the Lundquist College of Business: Master of Accounting (MAcc) or Master of Science in Finance (MSF).
Admitted 3+1 scholars receive:
Graduate application fee waiver GMAT/GRE test waiver Guaranteed xcholarship if undergrad cumulative GPA is 3.25 or higherApplications to become a 3+1 Accounting Scholar or 3+1 Finance Scholar are open February 1-15.
If you have questions about your ability to graduate in three years, we recommend that you meet with an academic advisor. If you have questions about the application to become a 3+1 Scholar, email Lundquist Admissions at lundquistadmissions@uoregon.edu.
About 3+1 Accounting Scholars
As a 3+1 Accounting Scholar, students are on a fast-track to a career in accounting. Earning a Master of Accounting will achieve the necessary number of credits to sit for CPA exams, prepare for career through professional development, and give more opportunities to promote faster than those who do not have an advanced degree. To be eligible to apply to MAcc program, students need to major in accounting for their bachelor's degree and maintain a 3.0 GPA in cumulative and accounting courses (3.25 GPA will be needed to receive 3+1 Scholar benefits).
About 3+1 Finance Scholars
High achieving undergrad students can become 3+1 Finance Scholars to reserve their fourth year to pursue a Master of Science in Finance degree. The MSF is ideal for those targeting a coveted career as a financial analyst, in investment banking, corporate finance, and more. The MSF is STEM certified; international students are eligible to work in the United States for up to 36 months after graduate (standard is 12-month OPT period). Students do not need to be major in business or finance; students from other quantitative majors are competitive for admission.
Prepare for a future in today's dynamic business environment—enhance your data analysis and visualization skills with Power BI! In the organizations you will work for, vast amounts of data will be collected every day—your challenge will be to make sense of it. Excel spreadsheets have their place, but they're static, limited in their ability to visualize data, and time-consuming to build and use. During this training, you will be equipped with the skills to move beyond the confines of stagnant data and transform it into a living, breathing dashboard.
Why Participate?
In a data-driven world, your ability to extract meaningful insights and make informed decisions is a game-changer. Power BI empowers you with the skills you need to drive decision-making processes, giving you a competitive edge in the job market.
What You'll Gain
Transform data — Format data to extract actionable insights. Create Data models — Present your data intuitively and in a visually engaging way, making it easier for your audience to understand complex information. Visualize data — Tell the story of your data in quick, responsive analytics. Share assets — The power of automation ensures that your data reaches the right people at the right time.Training Schedule
Friday, February 14, 1:00–3:00 p.m. (In-person, Chiles 323) Open office hours — Friday, February 21, 3:00–4:00 p.m. (Chiles 323) Friday, February 28, 1:00–3:00 p.m. (In-person, Chiles 323)What if you could turn an innovative idea into a powerful AI-driven product that solves real business challenges?
Explore the possibilities of generative AI during this hands-on training program, where you'll learn to design impactful, ethical AI solutions and communicate their value in business contexts. Whether you're familiar with AI basics or new to the field, this course guides you through each step, from understanding core AI principles to creating your own AI-driven product that meets real-world needs.
Register by Friday, February 14
Why Participate?
This training will prepare you for the future of business, where generative AI is reshaping industries. You'll gain practical experience in designing AI products that can address complex problems, support rapid innovation, and encourage responsible development while developing a portfolio piece to showcase your expertise.
What You'll Gain
Real-world product development — Leave with experience in taking an AI product from concept to design. Technical and strategic skills — Gain knowledge in AI fundamentals and practical applications that will be valuable across business functions. Ethical frameworks — Understand responsible AI practices that align with business values and societal impact.
Training Schedule
Friday, February 21, 9:00–1:00 p.m. (In-person, Chiles 323 computer lab) Friday, February 28, 9:00–1:00 p.m. (In-person, Chiles 323 computer lab)
About the Instructor
Christopher Lundy, founder of FindInfinite Labs, is an expert in AI and quantum computing and a researcher in quantum cosmology and astrophysics. He develops AI training programs to equip organizations and individuals with the skills to harness AI's potential, transforming industries and preparing leaders for a technology-driven future. He also leads the biopharma and life sciences industry in applying innovation to complex problems that affect people in a tangible way.
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First-year UO students that entered with 25 or more AP, IB, or transfer credits are eligible to apply to become 3+1 Scholars. As 3+1 Scholars, students can graduate with an undergrad degree in three years and reserve the fourth year to earn a specialized master's degree through the Lundquist College of Business: Master of Accounting (MAcc) or Master of Science in Finance (MSF).
Admitted 3+1 scholars receive:
Graduate application fee waiver GMAT/GRE test waiver Guaranteed xcholarship if undergrad cumulative GPA is 3.25 or higherApplications to become a 3+1 Accounting Scholar or 3+1 Finance Scholar are open February 1-15.
If you have questions about your ability to graduate in three years, we recommend that you meet with an academic advisor. If you have questions about the application to become a 3+1 Scholar, email Lundquist Admissions at lundquistadmissions@uoregon.edu.
About 3+1 Accounting Scholars
As a 3+1 Accounting Scholar, students are on a fast-track to a career in accounting. Earning a Master of Accounting will achieve the necessary number of credits to sit for CPA exams, prepare for career through professional development, and give more opportunities to promote faster than those who do not have an advanced degree. To be eligible to apply to MAcc program, students need to major in accounting for their bachelor's degree and maintain a 3.0 GPA in cumulative and accounting courses (3.25 GPA will be needed to receive 3+1 Scholar benefits).
About 3+1 Finance Scholars
High achieving undergrad students can become 3+1 Finance Scholars to reserve their fourth year to pursue a Master of Science in Finance degree. The MSF is ideal for those targeting a coveted career as a financial analyst, in investment banking, corporate finance, and more. The MSF is STEM certified; international students are eligible to work in the United States for up to 36 months after graduate (standard is 12-month OPT period). Students do not need to be major in business or finance; students from other quantitative majors are competitive for admission.
Take the first step toward becoming a data visualization expert! See how much easier and faster it can be to communicate with data when using Tableau and techniques based in cognitive science. Get started exploring and analyzing your data quickly in Tableau, using visual cues that help you see the answers to the questions you have.
Using the foundational concepts and techniques learned in this class, you will be able to identify insights, highlight those insights, and share your findings in interactive dashboards that encourage your audience to engage with your data and ask deeper questions.
Register by Friday, February 17
Course Overview
Why visualize your data? Introduction to the Tableau platform Characteristics of data Visual exploration with bar charts, line charts, scatterplots, and maps Introduction to calculations Limiting and segmenting data Highlighting insights Interactive dashboards Designing with your audience in mind Enhancing user experience with interactivity
Training Schedule
Friday, January 24, 9:00–1:00 p.m. - In-person, Lillis 312) Friday, January 31, 9:00-1:00 p.m. - In-person, Lillis 312)Participants who attend both days of this program and fulfill all requirements are eligible to earn a digital microcredential in Tableau Essentials. This portable, verifiable credential can be shared on platforms like LinkedIn, showcasing your expertise to potential employers and offering tangible proof of in-demand competencies.
About the Instructor
Emily Miley, an analytics consultant with Interworks, has always approached problem-solving by understanding different perspectives and staying curious. Whether it's rock climbing, learning how to fly fish, or solving Hanayama puzzles, she believes in the importance of being a lifelong learner. After moving to Portland and graduating from the University of Oregon, she transitioned from a data visualization firm working with non-profits to building a data and analytics program for the City of Portland's 311 program. Now, as an analytics consultant for InterWorks, Emily is excited to use her curiosity and ability to see from multiple points of view to help clients get the most out of their data.
Faculty
Expertise
- Comparability
- Disclosure
- Financial statement complexity
- Revenue recognition
Recent Research
The School of Accounting at the Lundquist College of Business features several nationally renowned scholars. Accounting faculty are renowned for their research in key areas.
- Consolidations
- Financial accounting theory
- Corporate misconduct
- Corporate social responsibility
- Political economy
- Capital structure decisions
- Effects of taxes on corporate financial reporting and investment
- Market capitalization of corporate and investor-level taxes
- Corporate governance
- Managerial incentives
- Financial disclosure
Accreditation
The School of Accounting is an accredited member of the AACSB, the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business. Accreditation assures quality and promotes excellence and continuous improvement in undergraduate and graduate education in accounting. To maintain accreditation standards, the School of Accounting has adopted a mission statement, as well as learning goals for its undergraduate and Master of Accounting students.
Mission
The School of Accounting is dedicated to the teaching, research, and service mission of the Lundquist College of Business and the University of Oregon. To further this mission, we will
- Provide undergraduate and masters students with excellent conceptual and technical skills that will allow them to excel in productive and successful careers as future business leaders;
- Contribute to creating knowledge by conducting and publishing high quality scholarly research, and by training PhD students to become future teachers and scholars;
- Encourage a collegial and supportive culture within the school, a respect and tolerance for people and their ideas, and an environment that values diversity and nurtures success and the pursuit of excellence; and
- Build mutually beneficial relationships with business and alumni communities to increase our value to our constituencies and to partner with them in support of our research and teaching activities.
Jobs and Internships
Are you an accounting student who is getting ready to find an internship or job? Then you should use the online career support system called Handshake where you can:
- Schedule an appointment with a career advisor
- Register for career services events
- Access on-demand career resources
- Search job, internship, and volunteer postings—both on and off campus—from its network of more than 350,000 employers.
Accounting Circle
Interested in investing in the future of accounting education?
Join your accounting and business associates and become a member of the college's Accounting Circle, a special giving society just for accounting supporters. We promise that we will use your investment judiciously and make you proud.
Invest in accounting education today!
Accounting Alumni
The School of Accounting builds mutually beneficial relationships with business and alumni communities to increase our value to our constituencies and to partner with them in support of our research and teaching activities.
Our alumni and friends are remarkable individuals—accounting firm, corporate, business, and community leaders. They provide the inspiration, leadership, and private gift support that are vital to keeping accounting education at the cutting-edge of the students' educational experience. When you give to the Lundquist College School of Accounting, you invest in the future. By supporting innovative teaching, experiential learning, and research that advances knowledge, you transform lives.
To glimpse some of the outcomes of alumni and donors investments in accounting education, please see our Prospectus, the school's annual magazine.
Contact
For general questions, please contact:
Kyle Peterson
Director, School of Accounting | Charles E. Johnson Memorial Professor of Accounting
541-346-3329
kylepete@uoregon.edu
Lillis 379
Lundquist College of Business
1208 University of Oregon
Eugene, OR 97403-1208
Prospective and current student questions about the undergrad accounting program and postbaccalaureate:
Undergraduate Advising
541-346-3303
lcb-undergrad@uoregon.edu
Peterson 203
For information about CPA certification, see
Questions about the Master of Accounting program:
Jennifer Welander
Interim Director, Master of Accounting Program | Instructor of Accounting
541-346-3281
jweland2@uoregon.edu
Anstett 391D
Questions about the accounting PhD program:
Jaewoo Kim
Assistant Professor of Accounting | Coordinator, Accounting PhD Program
541-346-3540
jkim27@uoregon.edu
Lillis 371