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Accounting Program 

The Muhlenberg accounting program provides a unique opportunity for students to benefit from a strong liberal arts education while obtaining knowledge and skills in accounting, finance, economics, and business. By proper selection of accounting major and elective courses, students will be prepared to continue on with graduate study or to pursue a variety of careers in public accounting, law, the corporate world, or not-for-profit organizations.

Courses focus on broad accounting concepts and issues but also develop the communication, technical, and interpersonal skills necessary to succeed in the professional world today. Students are encouraged to enhance their leadership skills, to develop high ethical standards, and to achieve their full potential throughout this program. A variety of options to pursue study abroad, obtain internships, or spend a semester in Washington, DC also exist.

Economics Programs

The economics major provides students with a comprehensive understanding of fundamental principles that underlie the functioning of the market system and the national and international economy and the analytical and quantitative skills needed for a thoughtful assessment of current economic issues and policies. Additionally, the major prepares students for graduate work in business and economics and careers with business and government.
The department houses a chapter of Omicron Delta Epsilon, the international honor society in economics

ABE Department Awards

The D. Irvin and Marjorie M. Reitz Scholarship
Awarded to the student who best exemplifies the qualities of sincerity, integrity, scholarship and dedication to improving existing conditions in the business world.
The Russell Fulford Award
To be awarded to a rising senior student with the highest average in one of the two disciplines given alternatively and beginning with history and then economics. (even numbered years, History; odd numbered years, Economics)
The Kyle M. Larsson Memorial Scholarship Award in Business and Economics
Awarded to a rising junior or senior who exemplifies the personal attributes of Kyle M. Larsson including intellectual curiosity, achievement of academic success in business and economics and a commitment to high ethical standards in all business practices.
The Paul M. White ‘27 Business Award
Awarded to a rising junior who plans to specialize in enterprise development within the retail field.
The Franklin H. Claire Award for Excellence in Marketing
2nd year of 3 year award
The Wall Street Journal Student Achievement Award Program
Graduating senior or student who earned a high GPA, performed insightful research, or demonstrated an entrepreneurial spirit.
A commemorative award medallion,
A one-year subscription to The Wall Street Journal
The Lehigh Valley Chapter of the Institute of Internal Auditors Scholarship Award
Awarded to a student, nominated by faculty members, whose interest in internal auditing is demonstrated through fine academic performance and an understanding of the challenges of this profession
The Pennsylvania Institute of Certified Public Accountants Scholarship Award
Awarded to an outstanding student nominated by the College and selected by the Institute