Accounting, BBA
Our BBA in Accounting prepares students to become trusted advisers who can interpret numbers to direct corporate strategy. Accounting graduates will be prepared to handle a broad range of responsibilities including forecasting, internal controls, and decision support.
In addition to coursework, students will develop leadership and business skills through a combination of professional development opportunities, mentoring, volunteerism, internships and apprenticeships.
Our goal is to prepare students for careers in the accounting field, continued education, and the following exams: the Certified Managerial Accountant Exam, Certified Public Accountant Exam, or the Internal Auditor Exam.
Program Learning Outcomes
The following learning outcomes are linked to assignments and activities throughout this program:
- TECHNICAL COMPETENCY: Graduates will demonstrate skills in applying GAAP-based accounting practices in a business environment. (Exploring, Preparing, Integrating)
- ANALYTIC SKILL: Graduates will analyze complex financial data, identify trends, and draw meaningful conclusions to support decision-making. (Exploring, Preparing, Integrating)
- PROFESSIONAL ENGAGEMENT: Graduates will engage in the professional community by forming relationships among students, faculty, business professionals, professional organizations, and community partners while using their skills in service of God’s world. Graduates will be aware of options regarding accounting careers, graduate education, and professional certification, and have a selected career path in place. (Exploring, Preparing, Integrating, Calling)
Requirements for the BBA in Accounting
General Education Core 35 hours
The Social and Behavioral Science general education requirement is covered in the major by BUS 2513. The Diversity general education requirement is covered in the major by LDR 3733.
Business Core 40 hours
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Accounting Major 36 hours
Electives 9 hours
Total Credit Hours: 120