
Bachelor of Science in Business Administration - Accounting
Angola, USA
DURATION
4 Years
LANGUAGES
English
PACE
Full time
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TUITION FEES
USD 33,650 *
STUDY FORMAT
On-Campus
* full-time tuition based on 12-18 credit hours per semester
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Introduction
Comprehensive preparation for a high-paying career in accounting
With the Bachelor of Science in Business Administration with a major in accounting at Trine University, you’ll gain the in-depth technical accounting tools employers require and the strategic business knowledge financial leaders need.
The experience: Trained faculty, real-world projects
Our program is intense and focused on getting you the best education in modern accounting, with the goal of sitting for the CMA or CPA exam. Our expert faculty, with the US and international corporate experience, ensure Trine graduates are prepared for a successful career.
You will work with accounting practitioners on real-world projects, gaining preparation for career success in your chosen area of focus.
Accounting Club
The Accounting Club is open to all students interested in pursuing an accounting major/minor. The club allows students to feel like they have a support/friend group among fellow accounting students outside the classroom. In the past, the club has hosted guest speakers talking about different aspects of the accounting profession, toured manufacturing plants, held pre-exam study sessions for AC 203 students, and hosted some social outings.
4 + 1 Degree Path
This degree has a pathway for you to complete both your undergraduate and graduate studies within five years.
Curriculum
The degree: Get the skills you need, and add an MBA
A Bachelor of Science in Business Administration with a major in Accounting at Trine University will prepare you for the CMA or CPA exam. In addition to superior technical ability, Trine’s BSBA gives you the excellent communication and analytical skills today’s professional accountants need to succeed.
You also can get more value out of your degree. Our 3+1 and 4+1 degree paths, with 150 credit hours, prepare and qualify students to sit for the CPA exam while acquiring an MBA degree with a concentration in accounting.
Curriculum
The Bachelor of Science in business administration with a major in accounting curriculum requires the completion of 30 hours of accounting coursework in addition to the 90 business and general education hours for a total of 120 credit hours. The following courses are required for the accounting major:
General Education Requirements - 39 credit hours
- ENG 143 College Composition or ENG 133 Technical Communications
- HUM 203 Humanities Seminar
- SP 203 Effective Speaking
- COM 213 Business Communication
- ECO 213 Microeconomics and ECO 223 Macroeconomics
- or ECO 203 Survey of Economics and Social Science Elective
- Humanities Elective
- MA 113 College Algebra
- MA 173 Essential Calculus or MA 163 Applied Math w/ Business Concepts
- Science Elective
- MA 253 Statistics
- PSY 113 Psychology
- BA 213 Business Spreadsheets
Business Core & Program - 36 or 39 credit hours
- BA 102 University Experience - Business or UE 101 University Experience
- BA 123 Business Concepts
- BA 201 Professional Development and Strategies
- AC 203 Accounting I
- AC 213 Accounting II
- BA 3113 Business Internship*
- FIN 303 Managerial Finance
- FIN 353 Personal Finance
- LAW 203 Business Law & Ethics
- MGT 353 Designing Operations
- MGT 363 Organizational Behavior
- BA 453 Global Strategic Management
- MGT 483 Capstone
- MK 203 Marketing
Accounting Concentration - 30 credit hours
- AC 303 Cost Accounting
- AC 323 Intermediate Accounting I
- AC 333 Intermediate Accounting II
- AC 373 Accounting Information Systems
- AC 403 Advanced Accounting
- AC 423 Personal Income Tax
- AC 463 Auditing
- FIN 413 Advanced Managerial Finance
- Elective 300/400 AC or FIN - 6 credit hours
Free Electives - 12 -15 credit hours
*The faculty recommends that all business students take an internship in an area of business related to their field of study.
Program Outcome
The result: A successful accounting career
Trine’s extensive career planning, professional development resources, and internship experiences prepare you for a successful career in areas such as:
- Public accounting
- Corporate accounting
- Tax
- Auditing
You will:
- Acquire the 150 credit hours required to sit for the CPA exam in as little as four years through our unique 3+1 or 4+1 programs.
- Develop the knowledge and analytical and communication skills required for successful careers in accounting or finance.
- Understand the diverse career opportunities available to accounting majors with the guidance of faculty, mentors, and career advisors.
- Customize your degree plan using Trine’s modular curriculum to fit your unique interests.
- Network with targeted industry leaders through classroom projects and internships.
- Develop leadership skills through coursework and our unique Fellows program that will accelerate your career long after graduation.
- Build power skills through the Accounting Club, Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA), internships, and other opportunities.
Career Opportunities
The Bachelor of Science in business administration-accounting degree offers career opportunities in a number of different areas, including:
- Public Accounting (Consulting, Auditing, Tax)
- Managerial Accounting (Manufacturing, Retail, Service)
- Governmental Accounting (Municipal, State, Federal)
- Not for Profit Accounting (Education, Charitable, Health Services)
- Forensic Accounting (FBI, IRS)
- Information Systems (Computer Consulting, Implementation, Training, Internal Auditing)
Certifications
An accounting degree can also help a student achieve a certification. The CPA is the premier accounting certification, but there are many others, including:
- CMA (Certified Management Accountant)
- CIA (Certified Internal Auditor)
- CFE (Certified Fraud Examiner)
- CFP (Certified Financial Planner)
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