Learn About University of Maine System Business Programs Requiring Licensure or State Authorization

On this page, you will find a list of programs throughout the University of Maine System in which students may seek state authorization or licensure upon graduation from the program.

Individual schools and programs must disclose whether completion of a licensure or certification program meets state educational requirements for licensure or certification in the state in which the student lives or intends to reside. Visit an individual program page to find contact information and learn more about the program’s licensure and state authorization requirements.


Business Programs by Degree/Program Type:

Bachelor of Arts

Actuarial Science

University: University of Maine at Farmington
Program Website:
University of Maine at Farmington Actuarial Science webpage (External Site)
Contact Person: Lori Koban
Email: lori.koban@maine.edu

License: Prepares students to pass the first national actuarial examination administered by the Society of Actuaries
License/Certification Website: Society of Actuaries (External Site)
Any known states in which license is not accepted: No

License: Prepares students to pass the first national actuarial examination administered by the Casualty Actuarial Society.
License/Certification Website: Casualty Actuarial Society (External Site)
Any known states in which license is not accepted: No

Bachelor of Science

Accounting

University: University of Maine
Program Website:
University of Maine B.S. in Business Administration – Accounting webpage (External Site)
Contact Person: Dave Barrett
Email: dbarrett@maine.edu

License: Certified Public Accountant
License/Certification Website: Maine Board of Accountancy webpage (External Site)
Additional Information: State-issued license with national reciprocity
Any known states in which license is not accepted: No

Credential: Certified Management Accountant
Credential Website: Institute of Management Accountants Certified Management Accountant (CMA) Certification webpage (External Site)
Additional Information: This credential is issued by the Institute of Management Accountants and has international recognition. It is not, however, a license.
Any known states in which credential is not accepted: No

Bachelor of Science in Business Administration

Accounting

University: University of Southern Maine
Program Website: University of Southern Maine School of Business (External Site)
Contact Person: Donald Ladd
Email: 
donald.ladd@maine.edu

License: Certified Public Accountant (CPA)
License Website:
 National Association of State Boards of Accountancy: How to Get Licensed (External Site)
Additional Information:
Maine requirements may also apply in other states. CPA requirements: variation between states (External Site).
Any known states in which license is not accepted: Only accepted in Maine

Certificate

Accounting Certificate

University: University of Southern Maine
Program Website: University of Southern Maine School of Business (External Site)
Contact Person: Donald Ladd
Email: 
donald.ladd@maine.edu

License: Certified Public Accountant (CPA)
License Website:
 National Association of State Boards of Accountancy: How to Get Licensed (External Site)
Additional Information:
Maine requirements may also apply in other states. CPA requirements: variation between states (External Site).
Any known states in which license is not accepted: Only accepted in Maine