Accounting with Forensic/Fraud Emphasis, B.B.A.

Program Overview

Texas Wesleyan University's B.B.A. in Accounting with Forensic/Fraud Analysis prepares students for careers in fraud examination and forensic accounting. The program includes a focus on forensic/fraud examination, providing a foundation for future careers in the field. Graduates are equipped to pursue professional certifications like Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE) and meet the requirements for the 150-hour CPA exam with additional coursework.

Program Outline

Degree Overview:

• Program Name: B.B.A.
in Accounting with Forensic/Fraud Analysis
• Objective: Prepare students for careers as fraud examiners and forensic accountants, as well as traditional accounting roles.
• Unique Features: Focus on forensic/fraud examination, providing a foundation for future careers in the field.
• Additional Hours for CPA Exam: Students pursuing CPA licensure in Texas need 150 credit hours, obtainable through additional coursework at Texas Wesleyan or another university, or by completing the Wesleyan MBA.

Outline:

• Structure: Traditional semester-based program.
• Modules:
• Required Related Courses (15 hours): Business Administration, Economics, Speech.
• Major Requirements (51 hours):
• Business Core (27 hours)
• Accounting Requirements (24 hours)
• Forensic/Fraud Accounting Emphasis (9 hours)

Careers:

• Potential Career Paths: Fraud examiners, forensic accountants, auditors, cost accountants, government accountants.
• Opportunities: Traditional accounting careers, forensic accounting firms, government agencies.
• Outcomes: Graduates are equipped to pursue professional certifications like Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE).

Other:

• Students can work with their advisors to create a personalized degree plan.
• Sample degree plans are available for download.