Accounting B.S.
A Bachelor of Science degree with a major in Accounting requires the completion of the Elon Core Curriculum as well as the Major Requirements listed below.
Major Requirements:
Select one course from the following: 4 sh
Additional Requirements: 68 sh
Choose one course from the following: 1-4 sh
BUS 3985 | INTERNSHIP IN BUSINESS | 1-2 sh |
ACC 4985 | INTERNSHIP IN ACCOUNTING | 1-2 sh |
| Total Credit Hours: | 73-76 |
Additional accounting courses that may be taken as electives include:
Program Outcomes
1. To prepare the students for a career in public or corporate accounting by:
a. Gaining advanced knowledge in the fields of financial and managerial accounting, taxation, and audit.
b. Developing the communication skills necessary for professionals in the field of accountancy.
c. Learning and applying the ethical standards required by the profession such as independence, integrity and objectivity.
d. Acquiring the analytical skills required to manage financial data sets and solve complex problems by developing their competencies in data analytics or being involved in undergraduate research.
2. Ensure that students meet the requirements and gain the competence level needed to pass the CPA and CMA exams.
3. Involving students in meaningful experiential activities so that they graduate with the knowledge, skills, and character to be responsible business leaders in their professions, organizations, and the global economy.