Program Overview

Introduction to the Collat School of Business

The Collat School of Business at the University of Alabama at Birmingham offers a wide range of undergraduate and graduate degree programs in various fields of business. The school is committed to providing high-quality education, innovative research, and community engagement.

Undergraduate Degrees

The Collat School of Business offers the following undergraduate degree programs:

• Accounting
• Economics
• Entrepreneurship
• Finance
• Human Resource Management
• Industrial Distribution
• Information Systems
• Management
• Marketing
• Business Minors

Graduate Degrees

The school also offers the following graduate degree programs:

• Accounting (MAc)
• Business Administration (MBA)
• Management Information Systems (MSMIS)

100% Online Degrees

The Collat School of Business provides 100% online degree options for undergraduate and graduate students, including:

• Undergraduate:
  • Accounting
  • Finance
  • Human Resource Management
  • Industrial Distribution
  • Information Systems
  • Management
  • Marketing
• Graduate:
  • Accounting (MAc)
  • Business Administration (MBA)
  • Management Information Systems (MSMIS)

Certificates

The school offers various certificate programs, including:

• Undergraduate certificates:
  • Interprofessional Nonprofit Leadership
  • Organizational Communication
  • Organizational Leadership
  • Professional Sales
  • Real Estate
  • Social Media
• Bridge certificates:
  • Accounting
  • Information Systems
• Graduate certificates:
  • Business Analytics with Information Technology
  • Cybersecurity Management
  • Digital Marketing Certificate
  • Foundations of Business Administration
  • Technology Commercialization and Entrepreneurship

Online Bachelor's in Accounting Program

The online Bachelor's in Accounting program is designed to provide students with a high-quality, practice-oriented educational experience. The program is led by top professors and experts in the field of business and accounting.

Learning Outcomes

Students who complete the online Bachelor's in Accounting degree will be able to:

• Prepare financial statements
• Make managerial accounting decisions
• Understand the objectives and consequences of the U.S. federal tax system
• Demonstrate ability to integrate budgetary and fund accounting insights as they apply to municipalities, other governmental units, and nonprofits

Why Choose the Collat School of Business?

The Collat School of Business is AACSB accredited, which means it maintains the highest quality standards in business education worldwide. The school provides intensive career development opportunities, including accounting-specific events and hands-on career coaching. Additionally, the school offers experiential learning options, such as internships, study away trips, and waiver for previous work experience.

UAB Undergraduate Accounting Bridge Program

The UAB Undergraduate Accounting Bridge Program is designed for individuals who already have a bachelor's degree but not in accounting. The program provides the necessary undergraduate accounting courses to pursue a Master of Accounting degree.

Career Opportunities

An online accounting degree from the Collat School of Business can lead to various career opportunities in business, finance, insurance, investing, tax, or auditing. Some common job titles for accounting graduates include:

• Financial Analyst
• Financial Advisor
• Director of Finance
• Chief Financial Officer (CFO)
• Forensic Accountant
• Budget Analyst
• Certified Public Accountant (CPA)
• Certified Management Accountant (CMA)
• Certified Internal Auditor (CIA)
• Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE)
• Certified Financial Planner (CFP)