Program Overview

Bachelor of Science in Accounting

Overview

The Bachelor of Science in Accounting program at the University of Redlands provides students with a comprehensive education that combines liberal arts studies with preparation for the Certified Public Accountant (CPA) licensure.

Program Details

• Degree: Bachelor of Science
• Program Type: Undergraduate, Major, Minor
• Mode of Study: On Campus
• Department: Accounting
• School/College: College of Arts and Sciences

What is an Accounting Degree?

In the Bachelor of Science in Accounting program, students study business and finance-related topics, including financial reporting for decision-making, auditing, tax, and other topics to prepare them for a career in finance, investments, management, or law enforcement.

Why Major in Accounting at Redlands?

The accounting program at the University of Redlands provides students with a well-rounded education that combines liberal arts studies with preparation for the CPA licensure. Students work closely with expert faculty who have extensive professional experience in large and small CPA firms and corporations.

Classes You'll Take

• Bachelor of Science Requirements:
  • ECON 101 Principles of Economics (4)
  • MATH 111 Elementary Statistics and Probability (4)
  • PHIL 100 Introduction to Philosophy (4)
  • REL 125 Introduction to World Religions (4)
  • BUS 240 Business Law (4) or GLB 420 U.S. Business Law (4)
  • GLB 421 Corporate Finance (4) or GLB 354 Investments (4)
  • ECON 350 Microeconomic Theory (4)
• Accounting Courses:
  • ACCT 210 Principles of Financial Accounting and Reporting (4)
  • ACCT 220 Principles of Managerial Accounting (4)
  • ACCT 309 Accounting Ethics and Professional Responsibility (4)
  • ACCT 310 Intermediate Financial Reporting for Operations (4)
  • ACCT 320 Intermediate Financial Reporting for Financial Transactions (4)
  • ACCT 330 Intermediate Financial Reporting for Investing Transactions (4)
  • ACCT 400 Financial Reporting Theory I (2)
  • ACCT 401 Financial Reporting Theory II (2)
  • ACCT 410 Auditing (4)
  • ACCT 411 Accounting Information Systems (4) or CS 301 Business Analysis with Excel (4)
  • ACCT 415 Tax Accounting (4)
  • ACCT 440 Financial Statement Analysis (4)

Electives

• ACCT 360 Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (3)
• ACCT 416 Advanced Concepts in Tax (4)
• ACCT 421 Governmental and Not-for-Profit Accounting (2-4)
• ACCT 480 Accounting Internship (2-4)

Minor Requirements

• Complete ALL of the following courses:
  • ACCT 210 Principles of Financial Accounting & Reporting
  • ACCT 220 Principles of Managerial Accounting
  • ACCT 310 Intermediate Financial Reporting for Operations
• Complete at least 3 courses in the following course sets:
  • ACCT 320 Intermediate Financial Reporting for Financing Transactions
  • ACCT 330 Intermediate Financial Reporting for Investing Transactions
  • ACCT 411 Accounting Information Systems
  • ACCT 415 Tax Accounting
  • ACCT 421 Governmental & Non-Profit Accounting
  • ACCT 440 Financial Statement Analysis

What You'll Learn

• Accounting principles
• Finance and accounting tools
• Business skills

Graduates Pursue Careers As

• Certified Public Accountants (CPA)
• Financial Analysts
• Auditors
• Forensic Accountants

By the Numbers

• 100% of University of Redlands accounting graduates have successful outcomes within six months of spring graduation.
• 100% of accounting students secured an internship in their industry.
• $65,000 average salary for accounting occupations in 2024.
• 91% of alumni shared they gained critical thinking skills from their degree.

Featured Faculty

• Greg Lackey, Adjunct Professor
• Carl Kinnoin, Visiting Professor
• Ning Ren, Associate Professor
• Renee Hall, Department Chair