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.
School of Accounting News
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
5:00–6:00 p.m.
From social media, events, merchandising, to AI-driven innovation, metrics, and campaigns, marketing is everywhere. Join industry professionals and alumni working in the innovative and creatives space of marketing during this Industry Bites session.
Mohr Career Services, in partnership with the UO chapter of the American Marketing Association, invites you to join us for pizza, a panel of guest speakers, and conversation with leaders and innovators in this dynamic field of promotion, engagement, and design. You won't want to miss learning how our guests navigated their career journeys, what helped them stand out and move up, and what the industry is looking for from emerging talent like you.
Most of these employers also host interns!
Panelists
- Bryan Taylor, Creative Director and Founder, Drawn
- Sydne Mullings, General Manager, Americas, Central Marketing Organization, Microsoft
- Elliot Kennedy, Global Brand Planning Director, Nike Women
This event will take place in Chiles 125 and OVERFLOW viewing available Lillis 312!
6:00–7:00 p.m.
Want to learn more about what we do in the Oregon Consulting Group? Come hear about our client work, project experiences, and tips for your application. You'll also have the chance to network with current members and ask any questions you may have!
11:55 p.m.
Transform complex information into clear, actionable insights that solve real business problems. Gain practical experience in using data to discover strategic insights, a vital skill in today's insight-driven business environment.
Why Participate?
Whether you aim for a career in consulting, marketing, finance, or management, this training will set you apart, preparing you to confidently lead and make impactful decisions. You will embark on a journey to become an indispensable asset in any business setting, using insights derived from data to drive decisions and strategies that lead to real-world success.
What You'll Gain
From the initial understanding of project requirements to the final presentation of insights, this program equips you to be the insight strategist who not only understands data but also knows how to use it to influence and drive business outcomes.
- Strategic Engagement – Learn how to engage stakeholders effectively and uncover key project needs through meaningful conversations.
- Insightful Analysis – Move beyond data collection to analyze and interpret data, ensuring your insights drive decision-making and strategic initiatives.
- Impactful Storytelling – Master the art of data storytelling to present insights that are not only clear and precise but also compelling and influential.
- Dynamic Visualization – Develop skills to create dashboards that not only visualize data but also tell a story tailored to your audience's needs.
Participants who attend both days of this program and fulfill all requirements are eligible to earn a Business Insights Accelerator digital microcredential. 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.
Training Schedule
- Friday, May 9, 9:00 a.m.–1:00 p.m. (in-person)
- Friday, May 16, 9:00 a.m.–1:00 p.m. (in-person)
About the Instructor
Moni Graf brings more than 15 years of expertise in business operations, data analytics, and project management, having propelled growth for clients ranging from startups to Fortune 100 companies—including the United States Olympic and Paralympic Committee and NCAA. She excels in transforming data into actionable insights, managing big data platforms, and developing technology-based solutions that enhance decision-making processes. Moni's strategic initiatives, particularly in sports analytics, have significantly impacted campaigns like "Olympians Made Here," boosting support for college athletes on their path to the Olympics.
6:00–8:00 p.m.
Interested in joining the Oregon Consulting Group? This info session is the perfect opportunity to learn more about who we are, what we do, and what it’s like to work on real consulting projects as a student. We’ll give an overview of the application process, share member experiences, and answer any questions you may have. You’ll also get the chance to connect and network with current consultants.
Following the info session, we’ll be hosting a case workshop designed to help you prepare for the interview process. This interactive session will walk you through sample cases and give you a chance to practice the type of thinking and problem-solving we look for in applicants.
- Info session: 6:00-7:00 p.m.
- Case workshop: 7:00-8:00 p.m.
Whether you're just exploring or ready to apply, we’d love to see you there!
11:55 p.m.
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 in this hands-on training program, where you'll learn to design impactful, ethical AI solutions and communicate their value in business contexts.
Why Participate?
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.
What You'll Gain
Get practical experience designing AI products that can address complex problems, support rapid innovation, and encourage responsible development while developing a portfolio piece to showcase your expertise.
- 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.
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.
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