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Earn your Bachelor of Business Administration in Accounting
The Language of Business, Spoken with Integrity
Accounting is more than numbers. It’s the backbone of business decisions. In this program, you’ll build skills in financial analysis, communication, and ethical leadership to prepare for careers in business, government, nonprofit, or public accounting. This degree also lays the groundwork for CPA, CMA, or other professional credentials.
Introducing the Accounting BBA
The Accounting BBA equips you with the skills to interpret and communicate the financial health of organizations. As the “language of business,” accounting is central to decision-making in every sector of the economy.
This program is designed for students preparing for careers in public accounting, corporate finance, government, or nonprofit organizations. Many graduates go on to pursue professional credentials such as Certified Public Accountant (CPA) or Certified Management Accountant (CMA), while others continue into graduate programs in business or law.
Program Highlights
Comprehensive Accounting Knowledge
Build expertise in financial, managerial, and advanced accounting to prepare for careers in multiple sectors.
Professional Credential Preparation
Gain the educational requirements needed to take the CPA exam in Michigan and explore other designations like the CMA.
Faculty Expertise and Mentorship
Learn from professors who blend professional accounting practice with personalized guidance
Applied Learning Opportunities
Strengthen your skills through internships, case studies, and projects that connect classroom learning to the real world.
Ethics in Practice
Develop the integrity and ethical framework to make sound financial decisions in your career.
Pathways to Success
Graduate prepared for accounting roles or advanced study, including law school, MBA programs, and specialized master’s degrees.
Explore the Accounting BBA Program
A rigorous program combining business fundamentals, advanced accounting coursework, and real-world application.
Program Highlights
The Accounting BBA is a 120-credit program that includes a strong business core, specialized accounting courses, and supporting cognates in math, statistics, and ethics. You’ll study in a classroom environment that emphasizes collaboration, problem-solving, and mentorship, while preparing for professional certifications and advanced study.
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 (27 credits):
ACCT 321 - Intermediate Accounting I
ACCT 322 - Intermediate Accounting II
ACCT 328 - Intermediate Managerial Accounting/Data Analytics
ACCT 360 - Introduction to Taxation
ACCT 456 - Advanced Accounting
ACCT 465 - Auditing
ACCT 476 - Accounting Information Systems
Cognates:
MATH 165
Electives:
Choose 2 courses from the following:
ACCT 455 - Accounting for Not-for-Profit Organizations
ACCT 470 - Internship in Accounting/Auditing Credits
ACCT 385 - Topics in _____
FNCE 398 - Investment Analysis & Portfolio Management
Andrews Core Experience:
Students must fulfill all Bachelor’s Degree requirements listed in the Andrews Core Experience.
Where Can Your Accounting BBA Degree Take You?
The Accounting BBA is more than just a degree — it’s a professional pathway to careers in business, government, nonprofit, and public accounting.
Whether you plan to enter the workforce immediately, pursue credentials like the CPA or CMA, or continue into graduate or professional study, this program equips you with the skills to succeed.
Accounting graduates thrive in corporate, nonprofit, government, and public service settings.
You’ll also be well-prepared for professional certifications such as the CPA or CMA, as well as graduate study in business, law, or related fields.
Career Outlook*
Accounting BBA
Accounting professionals are in demand as organizations across every industry rely on accurate financial reporting, compliance, and analysis. With your Accounting BBA, you’ll enter a growing job market where financial expertise and ethical decision-making are essential for business success.
$81,680/year
Median Salary
Accountants and auditors earn a median pay of $81,680 per year (2024).
5%
Job Growth
Employment is projected to grow 5% from 2024–2034, faster than average.
72,800
Opportunities
About 72,800 new jobs are expected over the decade as demand for accounting expertise continues.
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.
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