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10: Industry Discipline - Finance and Accounting

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    This chapter was written by Sean Jung. Chapter thumbnail photo by Adeolu Eletu on Unsplash. Graphics by Alanna Clunen.

    LEARNING OBJECTIVES

    At the end of this section, students will be able to:

    • Compare and contrast the responsibilities of an accounting department and a finance department. 
    • Describe career opportunities within the finance and accounting segment of the hospitality industry.
    • Suggest tactics finance and accounting departments can utilize to be sustainable and positively impact the planet.
    • Reflect on strategies that finance and accounting departments can implement to positively impact diversity and inclusion within the industry.


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