Welcome to the new SBA website! Explore programs, meet our team, and discover what’s possible.
Earn your Bachelor of Business Administration in Accounting Analytics
Where Accounting Meets the Power of Data
The Accounting Analytics BBA is designed for students who want to blend accounting with data analytics — without pursuing the CPA track. You’ll build strong accounting foundations while developing advanced skills in data management, visualization, and business intelligence. This unique combination prepares you for careers in corporate finance, data analytics, and technology-driven roles where accounting meets innovation.
Introducing the Accounting Analytics BBA
The Accounting Analytics BBA equips you to thrive in the modern business environment by merging accounting knowledge with cutting-edge analytics. Unlike traditional accounting programs focused on public accounting and CPA preparation, this degree is tailored for students seeking careers in corporate, nonprofit, or technology settings where data-driven decision-making is key.
You’ll study intermediate and managerial accounting alongside specialized courses in data visualization, big data management, and accounting information systems. With these skills, you’ll be prepared to interpret complex datasets, deliver actionable insights, and help organizations make smarter financial decisions.
Program Highlights
Beyond the CPA
Designed for students interested in analytics-driven accounting careers outside of public accounting.
Analytics + Accounting
Combine financial expertise with skills in data visualization, big data, and business intelligence.
Corporate & Tech-Focused Careers
Prepare for roles in business analytics, corporate finance, and information systems.
Hands-On Learning
Work with real datasets and technology platforms to build practical, career-ready skills.
Ethics & Impact
Apply Christian values to guide responsible use of data and financial insights.
Faculty Expertise
Learn from professors who bridge accounting knowledge with modern data science.
Explore the Accounting Analytics BBA Program
A 120-credit degree that combines accounting expertise with advanced data analytics training.
The Accounting Analytics BBA includes 39 credits of business core courses, 21 credits of required major courses, and 6 credits of electives. You’ll complete foundational accounting coursework — such as Intermediate Accounting, Managerial Accounting, and Accounting Information Systems — alongside specialized training in data analytics, big data management, and visualization.
Unlike traditional accounting programs, this degree does not focus on CPA preparation. Instead, it’s tailored for students who want to apply accounting knowledge in corporate, nonprofit, or technology-driven environments. You’ll learn how to manage, clean, and visualize data to provide decision-makers with clear, actionable insights.
Through projects, case studies, and applied coursework, you’ll graduate with both the technical and business skills to thrive in roles where analytics and accounting intersect.
Admissions Requirements
- Official high school transcript with 2.5 or higher GPA, or College-Ready GED certificate with no section score lower than 450
- ACT or SAT scores if high school completed in the United States within the last 3 years
-Transcripts from all universities attended.
-English proficiency test scores when the first language is not English and less than four years of high school were completed in English
Program Requirements
Business Core (39 credits):
ACCT 121 - Principles of Accounting I
ACCT 122 - Principles of Accounting II
BSAD 341 - Business Law
BSAD 355 - Principles of Management
BSAD 365 - International Environment of Business
BSAD 475 - Operations Management
BSAD 494 - Business Strategy and Decisions
ECON 225 - Principles of Macroeconomics
ECON 226 - Principles of Microeconomics
FNCE 317 - Business Finance
INFS 130 - Management of Information Systems
INFS 250 - Data Analytics, Business Intelligence and AI
MKTG 310 - Principles of Marketing
Major (21 credits):
ACCT 321 - Intermediate Accounting I
ACCT 322 - Intermediate Accounting II
ACCT 328 - Intermediate Managerial Accounting/Data Analytics
ACCT 425 - Data Analytics for Accounting
ACCT 476 - Accounting Information Systems
CPTR 236 - Data Visualization
CPTR 350 - Big Data Management
Major Electives - 6
Choose six credits from the following (maximum of one elective course can be in Accounting):
ACCT 456 - Advanced Accounting
ACCT 465 - Auditing
CPTR 435 - Machine Learning
INFS 360 - Drone Maintenance & Management
INFS 380 - Applied Decision Support (DSS) and Expert Systems (EX)
INFS 390 - Cybersecurity and Information Assurance
INFS 428 - Database Systems Design and Development
Andrews Core Experience:
Students must fulfill all Bachelor’s Degree requirements listed in the Andrews Core Experience.
Cognates:
MATH 165
Think You Can’t Afford an Andrews Business Degree? Think Again!
We know cost is a major concern when choosing a degree. The good news is that the price you see listed for tuition is not what most students pay. Every undergraduate student admitted to an SBA program on the Berrien Springs campus automatically qualifies for the Andrews Partnership Scholarship (APS), which significantly lowers the cost of your education.
Note: The additional $2,000 APS award is granted for one qualifying category only. Students who receive the Andrews Partnership Scholarship are not eligible for the International Partnership Scholarship (IPS). APS applies exclusively to undergraduate programs offered on the Berrien Springs campus.
Where Can Your Accounting Analytics BBA Degree Take You?
The Accounting Analytics BBA prepares you for a fast-growing area of business where financial expertise and data analytics meet. This degree is designed for students who want to apply accounting and analytics in corporate, nonprofit, or technology-driven roles — without pursuing CPA licensure.
Graduates of this program thrive in industries such as finance, healthcare, consulting, and technology, where data-driven decision-making is transforming the role of accounting. You’ll also be prepared to pursue advanced study in business analytics, information systems, or related graduate programs.
Career Outlook*
Accounting Analytics BBA
Accounting analytics professionals are in high demand as organizations seek to turn financial data into business strategy. With your Accounting Analytics BBA, you’ll be prepared to meet that need.
$101,910/year
Median Salary
Financial analysts earn a median pay of $101,910 per year (2024).
6%
Job Growth
Employment is projected to grow 6% from 2024–2034, faster than average.
25,100
Opportunities
About 25,100 new jobs are expected over the decade as businesses rely on data-driven financial insights.
Accreditation
The School of Business at Andrews University has received specialized accreditation for its business programs through the International Accreditation Council for Business Education (IACBE) located at International Accreditation Council for Business Education 11960 Quivira Road, Suite 300, Overland Park, KS 66213
Your Next Step Toward a Stronger Future
We believe in the power of your goals and ambitions.
Every decision you make shapes where you’re headed, and earning your business degree can be the catalyst for new opportunities. Whether you want to launch a business, advance in your career, or prepare for graduate study, now is the time to invest in yourself.
With a commitment to academic excellence, Christian values, and real-world relevance, Andrews University will equip you to lead with purpose and make a meaningful impact in your field.
Join us at Andrews, where World Changers are made.
Get the Information You Need to Plan Your Business Degree
We’re here to make your next step simple. Request more information today, and we’ll help you understand your options, review your transcripts, and map out a clear, flexible path toward completing your degree.
a Seventh-day Adventist institution of higher education