ACCT-BBA - Accounting, BBA
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Accounting is the global language of business and a cornerstone of organizational success. The BBA in Accounting is designed to build strong competencies in financial reporting, taxation, managerial decision-making, audit and other professional services. In financial reporting, students learn about how accounting estimates and methodologies impact entities’ financial performance. In audit, students learn how to assess financial statement integrity, evaluate internal controls, and apply auditing standards to safeguard the public interest. In taxation, they acquire the skills to analyze complex tax codes, develop compliance strategies, and provide forward-looking tax planning advice to individuals and organizations. Together, these skills prepare graduates to add value in public accounting firms, industry, or government service.
A major objective of the BBA program is to provide a rigorous foundation in accounting and business concepts while fostering the professional competencies essential for career advancement. Students completing the BBA program in accounting fulfil the educational requirements to sit for the Uniform CPA Examination in Texas.
Accounting, BBA
The accounting major requires 31.5 - 33 semester hours (including associated requirements)
Specific Course Requirements (24 semester hours)
Financial Reporting I | 3 | |
Cost Analysis and Control | 3 | |
Financial Reporting II | 3 | |
Principles of Taxation | 3 | |
Audit and Assurance | 3 | |
Accounting Information Systems | 3 | |
Financial Reporting III | 3 | |
Moral Reasoning | 1.5 | |
Ethics for Accounting Professionals | 1.5 |
Associated Requirements
Students choose 6.0 hours from the following:
Financial Statement Analysis | 3 | |
Taxation of Business Entities | 3 | |
Business Combinations & Advanced Topics | 3 |
Students choose 1.5 to 3.0 hours from the following:
International Finance | 3 | |
Global Business Perspectives | 3 | |
Global Perspectives in Accounting | 1.5 |
Free electives: Students should consult their academic advisor in the Neeley Academic Advising Center to determine the number of elective hours needed to reach 120 total hours.