School of Accounting

A crowd of students and companies standing and mingling at a networking event.

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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Research Workshops

The School of Accounting hosts many events throughout the year, including research workshops with visiting scholars.

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Events

Oct 16
BizCareers Pre-Event Networking Preparation Session 4:15 p.m.

Want to sharpen your pitch? Looking for some tips when introducing yourself? Join Mohr Career Services for a networking preparation opportunity prior to the BizCareers in Finance,...
BizCareers Pre-Event Networking Preparation Session
October 16
4:15–5:15 p.m.
Lillis Business Complex 440

Want to sharpen your pitch? Looking for some tips when introducing yourself? Join Mohr Career Services for a networking preparation opportunity prior to the BizCareers in Finance, Banking, and Real Estate event. This session will be set in an easygoing environment where you can try out your communication skills and get the jitters out. We hope to see you there!

Oct 16
BizCareers in Finance, Banking, and Real Estate 5:30 p.m.

Mohr Career Services and the Cameron Center for Finance and Securities Analysis invite you to join one of our most popular events of the year. BizCareers in Finance, Banking, and...
BizCareers in Finance, Banking, and Real Estate
October 16
5:30–8:00 p.m.
Lillis Business Complex 282 and Atrium

Mohr Career Services and the Cameron Center for Finance and Securities Analysis invite you to join one of our most popular events of the year. BizCareers in Finance, Banking, and Real Estate features companies and opportunities in corporate finance, banking, investments, portfolio, and wealth management. The event includes a panel discussion followed by networking event connecting students with company representatives for career exploration.

Event Schedule

OPTIONAL: Networking Prep Session (4:15–5:15 p.m., Lillis 440)   Alumni Panel (5:30–6:30 p.m., Lillis 282) - Learn about career paths in finance and what skills and experience you can gain now to be a competitive applicant.   Networking Mixer (6:30–8:00 p.m., Lillis Atrium) - Enjoy refreshments while expanding your network of employer connections and learning about immediate opportunities for internships and full-time jobs.

Lillis 155 will be available for those who may need would a quiet space to take a break, reflect, or have a conversation with an attendee. Come to the check-in desk and let us know!

Alumni Panel

Sarah Gentry, Goldman Sachs (Investment Banking) Alex Hanson, Amazon (Corporate Finance) John Roskos, Vice President, JLL (Real Estate) Jarryd Briggs, Vice President and Assistant Treasurer, Umpqua Bank (Banking)
Oct 21
Oregon Consulting Group Application Opens 9:00 a.m.

The Oregon Consulting Group (OCG) is now accepting applications! OCG is a premier student-run consulting organization that provides real-world consulting experience for University...
Oregon Consulting Group Application Opens
October 21
9:00 a.m.

The Oregon Consulting Group (OCG) is now accepting applications! OCG is a premier student-run consulting organization that provides real-world consulting experience for University of Oregon students. By working with clients from diverse industries, students develop critical problem-solving, leadership, and communication skills while contributing to impactful business solutions. This is a fantastic opportunity for anyone interested in consulting, business strategy, and professional development. Apply today!

Oct 25
Registration Deadline: Dynamic Data Analysis with Power BI (In-Person) 8:00 a.m.

Enhance your data analysis and visualization skills and prepare yourself for a future in today's dynamic business environment with Power BI! In the organizations you will work...
Registration Deadline: Dynamic Data Analysis with Power BI (In-Person)
October 25
8:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.
Chiles 323

Enhance your data analysis and visualization skills and prepare yourself for a future in today's dynamic business environment 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. In 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.

About the Instructor:

Rik Frankel has been a Microsoft 365 and Power Platform administrator for the last six years. In addition to maintaining the Power Platform and Smartsheet offerings at the University of Oregon, Rik provides workplace modernization consulting to users across campus with a focus on SharePoint, Power Automate, and Power BI. He also supervises and provides mentorship to interns from both UO and Lane Community College, preparing them for careers in systems administration and data analytics.

Training Schedule:

Friday, November 1, 9:00–1pm. - In-person, Chiles 323 (computer lab) Friday, November 8, 9:00–1pm - In-person, Chiles 323 (computer lab)

Participants who attend both days of this program and fulfill all requirements are eligible to earn a digital microcredential in Power BI Essentials, validating your newly acquired skills. This portable and verifiable credential can be shared on platforms like LinkedIn, showcasing your expertise to potential employers and offering tangible proof of in-demand competencies.

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Professional Edge is an industry-informed professional development program designed to help students develop cutting-edge skills essential in the modern job market. Build targeted, practical skills in an interactive and engaging format and distinguish yourself in a field of other job applicants. As a participant, you'll receive guidance from instructors informed by the latest business trends and leave with tangible tools and stories you can leverage in your career search.

Oct 31
Master of Accounting Information Session 4:00 p.m.

Join Lundquist College admissions representatives to get an introduction to the Master of Accounting program. Learn about the program, career outcomes, and the admission...
Master of Accounting Information Session
October 31
4:00–4:30 p.m.
This is a virtual event.

Join Lundquist College admissions representatives to get an introduction to the Master of Accounting program. Learn about the program, career outcomes, and the admission requirements. Don't miss this chance to advance your career in accounting.

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Faculty

Kyle Peterson
Director, School of Accounting | Associate Professor of Accounting | Robert and Lois Braddock Research Scholar

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

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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.

AACSB Accredited logo

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.

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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!

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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.

Read the Prospectus

Cover of the 2024 Accounting Prospectus, featuring Steve Matsunaga and Robin Clement standing in front of the entrance to the Anstett building

Contact

For general questions, please contact:

Kyle Peterson
Director, School of Accounting | Associate Professor of Accounting | Robert and Lois Braddock Research Scholar
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