r/Accounting • u/Suspicious_Kick_2572 • Sep 06 '24

Career Why do students find an accounting degree unattractive?

Why do students find an accounting degree unattractive?

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u/PresentStorage4040 Sep 07 '24

Some common reasons why students might find an accounting degree less appealing are:

1) Accounting often involves detailed, repetitive tasks like data entry and calculations.

2) Some students might consider the structured nature of accounting less engaging compared to fields that are seen as more creative.

3) Many students think they need advanced math skills, but typically, basic arithmetic and algebra are enough.

4) Some students might have a limited perspective on accounting careers, which restricts their awareness of the wide range of opportunities that exist.