Accounting Major

The Accounting major provides a solid educational base for students seeking to obtain CPA certification* and allows students to compete more effectively for careers in private and public accounting practices.

Additionally, it prepares students to establish private accounting practices or to pursue graduate study in the fields of accounting or business administration. Possible careers in Accounting include:

Accounting Manager
Internal Auditor
Cost Accountant
Investment Analyst
Cost Analyst
Investment Broker
Budget Strategist
Loan Officer
Credit Analyst
Public Accountant
Credit Manager
Service Agent
Financial Officer
Systems Analyst Internal Revenue

* Students who wish to take the CPA exam are required to complete 150 credit hours. A program of study is available through the department, or graduates can earn a master’s degree at a university.

Degree Requirements

Preparation for the Major: 18 Hours
- BUA 210 Principles of Accounting I
- BUA 211 Principles of Accounting II
- ECO 221 Principles of Macroeconomics
- ECO 223 Principles of Microeconomics
- MAT 109 Calculus for Business & the Social Sciences OR MAT 125 Calculus I
- MAT 111 Elementary Probability and Statistics
Common Professional Component: 18 Hours
- BUA 326 Contemporary Marketing
- BUA 335 Principles of Finance
- BUA 348 Principles of Management
- BUA 353 International Business Operations
- BUA 450 Business Policy and Strategic Planning
- PHI 325 Business Ethics
Additional Professional Preparation: 9 Hours
- BUA 330 Business Law
- BUA 336 Quantitative Business Methods
- COMM 115 Communication for Business & the Professions
Area of Specialization: 18 Hours
- BUA 300 Accounting/Management Info. Systems
- 310 Intermediate Accounting I
- 311 Intermediate Accounting II
- 318 Cost Accounting
- 413 Principles of Auditing
- 415 Income Tax Accounting

Four Year Plan