B.S. in Accounting
The Accounting Program provides a broad base of study and is designed to ensure that the student is adequately prepared for entry-level positions. Through careful course selection within the program and supporting fields, it is possible for students to prepare themselves for careers in government, nonprofit organizations, and private industry. Students aspiring to become certified public accountants (CPAs) need to be aware of the educational requirements of the state in which they intend to sit for the CPA examination. Advisors in the program are available to help students plan their courses to meet the CPA requirements or any specialty within the field of accounting.
Accreditation
The BS in Accounting is accredited by the Council for Business Schools and Programs (ACBSP), a leading specialized accreditation body for business education around the world.
Summary of Requirements
|
2022-2023 |
| Core Curriculum |
43 |
| Pre-Major Courses |
9 |
| Major and Related Courses |
72 |
| Free Elective Courses |
6 |
| TOTAL |
130 |
Requirements for a Major in Accounting
Students must be accepted into the Accounting major before taking 300-level or above courses in the Department of Business. For continuation in the major, a student must maintain a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.75 in major and non-major courses. An accounting major must complete at least one internship in the field and are strongly encouraged to achieve at least one Microsoft Office Specialist certification prior to graduation.
Required pre-major courses 9 (12*) hours
| BUS 101 | Introduction to Business | 3 |
| BUS 181 | Computer Skills for School and Workplace | 3 |
| MAT 102 | Introductory Probability and Statistics | 3 |
| MAT 125 | College Algebra | 3 |
**Three hours count toward the general education Math requirement
Required core courses 54 hours
Required accounting courses 18 hours
Major Elective courses 6 hours
Choose two courses:
ACC 350: Recommended for those planning to sit for the CPA examination.
ACC 421: Recommended for those planning to sit for the CMA examination.
ACC 495: Students must take three credits of ACC 495
Program Outcomes
Accurately apply fundamental business concepts, models, and principles to address hypothetical or real-world business issues. (Common Business Knowledge & Inquiry)
Communicate effectively in both American Sign Language and written English in various formats and styles to a variety of audiences in multiple business contexts.
(Communication)
Apply technological tools and statistical and quantitative reasoning skills in analyzing and evaluating numerical information to support evidence-based business decisions.
(Quantitative Reasoning & Technological Skills)
Critically assess business problems and develop well-supported solutions.
(Critical Thinking & Problem Solving)
Critically evaluate all business opportunities and challenges using a global business perspective.
(Global Dimension)
Consistently act in a professional, ethical, and socially responsible manner, and collaborate effectively in teamwork when required.
(Ethics & Social Responsibility)
Accounting Discipline Specialty Knowledge and Inquiry
Demonstrate knowledge in Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), managerial accounting theories, auditing, taxation, and other accounting concepts and rules.
Prepare, interpret, and summarize financial statements and reports in accordance with GAAP.
Apply Information Technology tools in analyzing accounting information and solve business problems based on accounting theory, financial regulations, and business standards.