What people keep running into with online education
Complaints tagged online education, each raised by more than one person. One-off posts are not included.
3 recurring problems · 29 people · 8 forums we read
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- 19Should I get an accounting certificate or degree while working?Adding credentials like an accounting certificate or degree alongside an existing major helps build qualifications for entry-level finance jobs while working. However, trying to weigh different education paths makes it difficult to know which option will actually strengthen a resume without quitting a current job.
- 6Is switching to an accounting major worth it?Switching to accounting as a first-year student requires weighing career value against the uncertainty of changing majors. New students often struggle to decide between different university programs and campus options, and they need advice on whether public accounting is a worthwhile path.
- 4Do accounting internships matter more than a 4.0 GPA?Candidates with a few accounting internships will get job interviews over those with a 4.0 GPA, a master's degree, and zero real-world experience. However, completing multiple internships can actually raise suspicion if none of them converted into a full-time job offer. Meanwhile, graduates forced to work unrelated jobs like Starbucks cannot get their CPA license because they lack the required professional experience.
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