• Gather information from a variety of sources, integrate the information, and communicate the results to appropriate other people and groups.

Career Opportunities

Students who successfully complete the general business specialization have the choice of careers in business, industry, government, non-profit organizations, and entrepreneurial ventures. The curriculum also provides a sound background for graduate study in business and related areas.

Professional Courses for General Business Specialization—24 Semester Hours

ECO 329: International Economics

MGT 433: Human Resource Management

MGT 465: Entrepreneurship

Professional Electives (15 hours)*

*May be an internship or international experience in Business or a level 300 course or higher selected from these prefixes: ACC, BUA, ECO, FIN, MGT, MIS, or MKT

ACCOUNTING SPECIALIZATION

The Business Administration program with a specialization in Accounting prepares students for exciting careers in accounting and also helps to prepare students to sit for the Uniform Certified Public Accountant (CPA) Examination. The Accounting program provides students with the knowledge and decision-making skills necessary for success in a dynamic and complex global economy. The curriculum's strong liberal studies component, highly valued by the business community, provides students with a firm foundation for their future careers and lifelong learning.

Mission

Graduates in the accounting specialization area will possess the knowledge and skills necessary for a professional accounting position in public accounting, industry, and government in an ever-changing, globally competitive business environment. This program also provides a solid background for students who may want to pursue graduate work in accounting or related areas.

Graduates should be able to:

  • Understand and apply principles and practices in the major functional areas of accounting;
  • Demonstrate analytical, problem-solving, decision-making, communication, and information technology skills.

Career Opportunities

Students will have career opportunities in public accounting, industry, and at all levels of government. The program also prepares students for graduate degree opportunities, such as Masters of Business Administration (MBA), and the Ph.D. with a major in accounting or other management disciplines.

Professional Courses for Accounting Specialization—24 Semester Hours

ACC 301: Intermediate Accounting I

ACC 302: Intermediate Accounting II

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