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teaching is learningIf you can correctly and concisely explain how to solve a problem to your fellow classmates, that's a pretty good indication that you know that material very well.
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Read the Textbook Read the textbook, especially for the first few accounting classes. Your mileage may vary but reading the textbook can help you with conceptual questions in a way that drilling practice problems cannot.
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Love What You LearnNumber 1 tip for succeeding in classes is to try to enjoy what you're learning, because it'll make it so much easier and eventually you might end up actually enjoying it.
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Look for the "Why"
In general, try not to rely too much on memorization or drilling practice problems/practice tests, especially for the first few accounting classes. It may get you through your next midterm, or even final, but in the long-run it will make your time in the program much more difficult and much less beneficial. Really try to have a solid conceptual understanding of the basics (debits/credits, how the financial statements are connected, etc.). If you can develop the ability to really think through journal entries (e.g. This transaction happened, so as a result this account is increasing, which means I need to debit this asset) as opposed to just memorizing what journal entries “go with” each transaction, then you’ll excel. Always look for the “why.”
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Back Pocket storyBefore your interviews, come up with a list of stories about your experiences that you could tell the interviewer to demonstrate certain skills and capabilities.
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Do not be afraid to reach out to people whether it is your professor, TA, a classmate, or a professional you’ve met during recruiting . . . we are all here to help!
Other Organizations
Check out these other Economics and Accounting related organizations on campus.
UAS is a student-led organization designed to connect UCSB's undergraduates with job opportunities in the accounting field, encourage fellowship amongst academic colleagues, and further build and refine our students' professional brands.
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180 Degrees Consulting is the world’s largest consultancy for non-profits & social enterprises, with over 150 branches in over 35 countries. We provide high-quality consulting services to social impact organizations so they can improve and expand their services.
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VITA is a non-profit organization that offers free tax preparation to people who make $62,000 or less and need assistance in preparing their tax returns. Our IRS-certified volunteers provide free income tax return preparation to qualified individuals and families in our local communities of Isla Vista and Goleta.
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The Finance Connection aims to bridge the gap between Wall Street and UCSB by seeing as the preeminent resource for students and alumni interested in the field of finance. We are dedicated to teaching undergraduate students about the finance industry and preparing Gauchos for a successful career on Wall Street. Through our Mentorship Program and numerous events, we look to connect students with successful alumni as well as provide necessary tools to succeed in this highly competitive industry.
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The Undergraduate Office, 2121 North Hall, is open from 8:00 am until noon and 1:00 to 5:00 p.m., Monday through Friday. The departmental undergraduate academic advisors are available for walk-in advising any time the office is open. You may direct your questions about courses, requirements, schedules, substitutions, and petitions to the undergraduate advisors or the peer advisors.
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The Career Connection is an initiative by the UCSB Department of Economics to assist students in their crucial transition from college to career. Through a number of practical, professionally oriented activities, Career Connection enables students to capitalize on the academic training they receive through the department’s regular curriculum.
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