Accounting is a professional major that prepares you for entry-level positions in public accounting, management accounting, and financial management.
About the Major
Gain the basic knowledge of accounting theory and practice. Explore accounting’s interrelationship with other fields of business, including financial analysis, operations management, and information technology.
Graduate with the background you need for your first accounting job, and for professional examinations including the Certified Public Accountant and Certified Management Accountant.
About the Minor
We also offer an Accounting minor. Visit our course catalog for specific requirements for Barney students and non-Barney students.
Degree Requirements
The program combines core classes, specialized courses, electives, and an internship. You will graduate with a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration.
Featured Core Classes
- World of Business
- Introduction to Quantitative Methods for Business
- Management and Organizational Behavior
- Exploring and Planning Career Options
Specialized Accounting Classes
- Financial Reporting Theory I-III
- Cost Management
- Federal Income Tax Concepts
- Auditing Concepts and Problem
- Internship in Accounting
Additional Requirements
- Internship in Accounting
- Electives
Career Outlook
When you graduate, you will be prepared to enter a growing industry. The demand for professional accountants is predicted to grow over the next decade, due in part to globalization and complex tax laws.
You will have many specialties from which to choose, including reporting standards, auditing, federal income taxation, cost accounting, budgeting, technology, and management consulting.
Admission
Applications for admission are considered on a "rolling basis." We look forward to welcoming you to Barney!
Samuel Garcia '23, Accounting Major, Intern at PricewaterhouseCoopers (PwC)"The Barney School helped me by building a solid foundation in preparing me for interviews, resume scans and networking. BAR 211 helped a lot because it made me think about ways I can build my brand and be able to display it on resumes and interviews. I was able to secure the internship by applying on the company website through LinkedIn."