Program Overview

Program Overview

The program leading to the degree of Bachelor of Science in Accounting provides students with a broad-based education that balances conceptual with pragmatic knowledge and exposes accounting students to other related areas.

Program Objectives

The objective of the program is to develop professionals who understand the role of information in organizations and financial markets; have the necessary skills to integrate financial analysis and information technology; and possess analytical and management functional area skills.

Career Opportunities

Completion of this program will enable students to seek careers in information-intensive organizations as information managers, consultants, or financial analysts.

Comprehensive Accounting Education

Students who desire a comprehensive accounting education and are seeking to become Certified Public Accountants are advised to pursue the 150 semester credit hour, BS and MS Fast-Track Program in Accounting.

Certification

Students who successfully complete both degrees may choose to sit for the CPA examination upon completion of the 150 semester credit hour educational requirement of the Texas State Board of Public Accountancy.