Program Overview
Villanova School of Business
The Villanova School of Business offers various academic programs designed to prepare students for successful careers in their chosen fields.
Accounting - Major and Minor
The Accounting programs at Villanova School of Business are designed to prepare students for careers in professional accounting firms, corporations, government organizations, and other professional groups. With nearly 100% of Accounting majors finding full-time placement by graduation, VSB Accounting students are well-positioned for a rewarding career in accounting and finance.
Earning a Major
To earn an Accounting major, students must complete the university core curriculum, the business core curriculum, along with all four required accounting courses plus two accounting elective courses. A major in Accounting leads to a degree of Bachelor of Business Administration.
Preparing for the CPA
The requirements for becoming a Certified Public Accountant (CPA) differ by state but most include completing 150 credit hours at a college/university, passing the Uniform CPA Exam, and obtaining a specific amount of professional work experience. Many students earn their 150 credit hours by completing both an undergraduate and graduate degree, such as the Master of Accounting with Data Analytics (MAC) and Master of Business Taxation with Data Analytics (MBT).
Earning a Minor
A minor in Accounting will supplement almost any business degree. To earn an Accounting minor, students must complete the university core curriculum, the business core curriculum, their major requirements, along with two of the required Accounting courses plus one elective course.
Graduate Accounting and Tax Programs
The graduate accounting and tax programs at Villanova School of Business offer specialized skills in data, analytics, and technology that employers are seeking. These programs include the Master of Accounting with Data Analytics and Master of Business Taxation with Data Analytics.
Majors and Minors
The Villanova School of Business offers various majors and minors, including:
- Accounting
- Business Analytics
- Business Law and Corporate Governance
- Economics
- Finance
- International Business
- Management
- Management Information Systems
- Marketing
- Real Estate
- Consulting
- VSB Options for Non-Business Students
- Summer Business Institute
- Academic Year Business Minor
Curriculum and Academic Advising
The Villanova School of Business provides comprehensive information to help students pursue their degree, including curriculum details and academic advising resources. The O'Donnell Center for Professional Development also offers support for students' professional development.
Resources
Additional resources are available to students, including:
- Academic Calendar
- AP and IB Credits
- Course Catalog
- Syllabus Archive Database
- VSB Undergraduate Handbook
