Program Overview

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Bachelor of Business Administration in Accounting

The Bachelor of Business Administration in Accounting is a 124-credit undergraduate degree that provides students with a broad general education and intensive study for professional careers in public accounting, corporate financial management, consulting, government or nonprofit accounting, and tax accounting. This program is designed to prepare students to pursue professional certifications such as the Certified Public Accountant (CPA) or Certified Management Accounting (CMA).

Program Overview

The Accounting BBA helps students build a solid foundation in accounting knowledge, critical thinking, communication skills, technology skills, and ethical awareness necessary in the field, as well as an understanding of overall business globalization. Students learn how to connect these skills to real-world applications, preparing them to pursue a career in accounting.

Coursework

Coursework explores topics such as:

• Accounting information systems
• Auditing techniques
• Cost analysis and control
• Data analytics in accounting
• Financial accounting and reporting
• Taxation

Classes and Curriculum

Courses that students may take as part of their studies within the Accounting Major curriculum include:

• Cost Accounting
• Federal Taxes on Income
• Intermediate Accounting I and II

Concentrations

This degree program can be completed with or without a concentration. Concentration options include:

Data Analytics

Gain the skills necessary to become a data-competent professional in a changing accounting landscape. Learn how to navigate big data, complex industry problems, and technological programs. Develop skills in problem-solving, data management, data analysis, creating visualizations, and communicating insights.

Online BBA Program

The Bachelor of Business Administration in Accounting is available as an online BBA degree program designed for new and continuing students.

Tuition and Fees

Tuition rates are set annually by the university and are affected by multiple factors, including program degree level, course load, in-state or out-of-state residency, and more. For the 2025-2026 academic year:

• Pennsylvania resident: $24,456.00 per year
• Out-of-state: $44,400.00 per year

Accreditation

The Fox School of Business is accredited by the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB). The school has maintained AACSB accreditation since 1934.

Additional Program Information

The Fox School of Business offers various resources and opportunities for students, including academic advising, peer advising, and study abroad programs. Students can also participate in student clubs and organizations related to their major or interests.

Student Clubs and Organizations

Available clubs and organizations for Accounting students in the Fox School of Business include:

• Ascend
• The Ambler Accounting Professional Society
• Beta Alpha Psi
• The Fox Accounting Association
• The Institute of Management Accountants
• The National Association of Black Accountants

Global Immersions

Temple administers several study abroad programs around the world, including campus sites in Rome, Japan, and Spain, faculty-led summer programs, and exchange programs in Europe and Asia. Interested students may also participate in approved programs organized by study abroad organizations or other U.S. universities, or apply directly to an accredited institution overseas.

Temple Exchange Programs

Through reciprocal exchange agreements with partner universities, Temple students can exchange places with students for a semester or academic year. Some programs require sufficient proficiency in the host country language to participate. Partner universities include:

• China: Hong Kong Baptist University
• Korea: Ewha Womans University, Yonsei University, Sogang University
• Taiwan: National Taiwan University