Department of Accounting, Economics and Finance

Dr. James Owens, department head

Classroom Center, Room 220 • WTAMU Box 60187
806-651-2525 • Fax 806-651-2514
jowens@wtamu.edu • wtamu.edu

Faculty: K. Cooley, Dé Armond, Friske, Hogan, Macy Terry, Kriessl, Meredith, Owens, Pjesky, Pulliam, Rosa, N. Terry, Upshaw, Walker, Wang.

The Department of Accounting, Economics and Finance participates fully in the College of Business. Course offerings prepare students for a wide variety of professional opportunities. Departmental emphasis on quality instruction assures that students are exposed to the most up-to-date material and instructional techniques. The department also offers secondary teacher certification in economics. Consult the “Department of Education ” section of this catalog for specific requirements.

The study of accounting and finance leads exclusively to business-oriented degrees. In economics, students may pursue bachelor of arts, bachelor of science or bachelor of administration degrees.

The department offers a variety of scholarships at the undergraduate level, and teaching and graduate assistantships at the post-graduate level. Students are encouraged to apply for these awards.

The department offers a Cooperative Education (Co-op/Internship) Program for students majoring in any field within the department. The Co-op Program combines classroom study with a planned program of related work experience with industry or government agencies. The program provides students opportunities to earn a portion of their college expenses while gaining work experience which enhances academic studies. The Co-op Program could extend the time necessary to complete a degree. Past co-op wages have averaged $8–$14 per hour.

Discipline — Course Prefix
Accounting — ACCT
Economics — ECON
Finance — FIN

NOTE: See the “Course Descriptions ” section of this catalog for a complete list of courses offered by the University.