Business Administration - Accounting |
Bachelor of Science (B.S.) |
The Bachelors in Business Administration with an Accounting concentration will prepare students with an understanding of accounting theory and its application in a variety of options, including career opportunities in financial and banking institutions, government regulatory agencies, insurance companies, non-profit organizations and more. Many consider accounting the language and basic tool of business, so it may be the best route to a successful business career. In an increasingly complex and competitive business environment, accounting skills are very much in demand in every type of business–large or small, public or private, for-profit and not-for-profit. These accounting skills combined with other business administration courses, where students explore other in-depth business topics – such as Ethical Issues in the Workplace and Principles of Marketing – leaves Limestone graduates well-rounded in their fields.
The Business Administration – Accounting degree program is available online. Online programs have the same content and curriculum as traditional on-campus programs. All coursework, including lectures, assignments, and exams, is available through the Canvas online learning system.
Online programs are asynchronous, which means there are no specific times you must be online. Professors and other instructors are available during virtual “office hours” for discussion. The programs are designed to allow you to focus on two courses in eight-week terms.
As an online student, you may be eligible to transfer credits from other accredited colleges. Learn more about our online program admission requirements.
Occupations Earning a Bachelors degree in Business Administration with a concentration in Accounting leads to many job opportunities, including Certified Public Accountant (CPA), Certified Management Accountant (CMA), Certified Financial Planner (CFP), Chief Financial Officer, Auditor, Business Consultant, Entrepreneur, Mergers and Acquisitions Specialist, Criminal and Financial Investigator, FBI Agent, Expert Witness, IRS Criminal Investigator.
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* This major includes one AWE course (3 credit hours)
**Note: For students transferring a math course prior to enrollment at Limestone, MA 115 or above.