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jumpman023
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Hi,
Since you guys have been so helpful to me so far, I was wondering if you could help me out with a few more questions:
1. Unlike my last post, I've done some thinking and have decided that I really, really want to make The Big 4. I was thinking about doing a double major to set myself apart, so I was wondering what would be a good field to double in. Just as a note, I don't want to double in math or CS (too time consuming, will inevitably lower my GPA). I was considering economics, marketing (since I'm considering opening my own practice one day, plus I really enjoy it), finance (although this might be too common/redundant), but what else would you recommend that is useful? A foreign language maybe?
2. In regards to tax vs audit, what type of person would be better suited to what field? For example, I am the type of person that would like to eventually do consulting work/open my own firm, enjoy problem solving/working extensively with numbers, wants to travel a little bit but not regularly, and enjoys working in a team. So would tax or audit be a better field for me?
3. Would you recommend getting a masters degree, and what are the top masters programs out there (read, the "Harvard MBA" of Masters in Accounting Programs)?
thanks
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jumpman023
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bump. Help please. 59 views and no help?
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I don't think a double major is going to do much for you. I would recommend putting that energy into passing the CPA exams or going for a masters. Since you want to get into the Big 4, I would contact the ones in your area and find out what colleges they recruit heavily from for masters programs. I'm not sure if they do internships for masters degree candidates, but it's worth finding out.
As far as audit vs tax, I really can't tell you which one you would enjoy more. I think the only way to know is to do both yourself and see which one you like. If you want to open your own firm, I think tax experience is more important. Your clients only get audited because they have to and it's usually a big annoyance, but they love a good tax guy because he can save them money and improve their profits.
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I also agree with nic4747 about the double major. I may be biased but there are so many directions you can take with an accounting degree. Then you will want to get enough hours to sit for CPA. I would study and get the CPA as quickly as possible.
I actually just spoke with a Senior Manager from PWC today about a potential candidate and he wanted to know if they already had their CPA. He said they love to hire candidates who have already gotten that out of the way as it is difficult to get it during busy season (not that you can't).
Completing the MBA or Masters in Accounting is up to you 9although it can't hurt). Hope this helps and stay at it!
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The college you attend is the biggest factor in getting in B4. Next is probably GPA followed by activity involvement or vice versa.
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