<p>i'm currently majoring in anthropology at USC. i'm almost done with the major but still have two years left, so i figured i want to add something. i started in anthropology with the intent of getting a phd in it, but i dont really think i want to do that anymore. lately ive been thinking that for a couple years after i graduate i just wanna work in a simple 9-5 job that pays well while i figure out what i really wanna do. accounting seems to fit the bill, but who knows. but anyway im trying to figure out if i should add a major in econ, or a minor in econ, or a minor in accounting through the leventhal school. do you generally need accounting/business coursework to go into accounting, or is econ close enough? or... any other insights would be awesome... thanks guys....</p>
<p>Good news is that it's been done before. Because all reputable business programs are restricted to upperclassmen, many of those who change majors end up majoring in business.</p>
<p>For a profession in accounting, you'll need extensive formal training. Most states require nearly 30 credit hours in accounting and other requirements to sit for the CPA exam. Most programs supplement those with 30 business-related credits. If all you're looking for is bookkeeping work, you'd be able to get by fewer business and accounting credits. A economics degree won't be enough.</p>
<p>You could probably get a good job in business with a economics degree from USC though.</p>