The Accounting program gives students an understanding of the functions of accounting, the underlying principles and concepts of accounting theory and the application of these principles to accounting problems and situations. The program focuses on building technical competence, analytical abilities, communication and interpersonal skills and cultural awareness, while providing a balance of accounting, business administration and a strong liberal arts education.
Completion of the Accounting degree opens opportunities in traditional areas such as assurance and tax services and new growth areas including environmental accounting, forensic accounting, international accounting and information technology services. The Accounting curriculum prepares students for careers in auditing, corporate accounting, consulting, governmental and nonprofit organizations, and taxation, and offers adequate coursework for those students planning to sit for professional examinations, such as the CPA and CMA examinations.
A total of 31 credits is required.
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