Business Administration - Accounting Concentration

The Business Administration - Accounting Concentration degree builds upon the Accounting Professional Certificate by incorporating coursework that broadens students’ understanding of the legal, communicative, and economic contexts in which accounting operates. This degree integrates general education requirements with deeper studies that strengthen critical thinking, effective communication, and a well-rounded business perspective. Graduates will be prepared for a wider range of positions in accounting and related business fields and will be well-positioned for continued academic advancement.

We estimate about 15 completers each year based on current course enrollments.

The goal of the Business Administration - Accounting Concentration degree is to provide students with a comprehensive understanding of accounting principles integrated with a broad foundation in business and essential academic skills. This degree prepares graduates for a variety of entry-level accounting and business roles by emphasizing critical thinking, effective communication, and a well-rounded business perspective. It also supports students seeking further academic advancement.

The Business Administration - Accounting Concentration degree requires the same core courses as the Accounting Professional certificate, with the addition of Business Law, Business Communications, and Macroeconomics. These additional courses enhance students’ understanding of the broader business environment in which accounting functions.