Bachelor of Science in Accounting
Bachelor of Science in Accounting Program Overview
The Spalding Bachelor of Science in Accounting program prepares students to leverage their analysis, business and mathematics skills for the financial good of organizations. Business courses are combined with a liberal arts education, providing students with a holistic perspective of the marketplace. Students gain first-hand knowledge through internships with companies, nonprofits and small businesses in Louisville, Kentucky or their local communities.
- 120 credit hours
- Available on-campus and 100% online
- Earn dual bachelor’s degrees in business administration and accounting in 120 credit hours
- Option to double major in finance and accounting in 127 credit hours
- Prepare to become a CPA with a bachelor’s in accounting and master of business administration degree in five years
- Can complete bachelor’s degree and MBA in five years
Courses
Spalding’s Bachelor of Science in Accounting prepares ethically-minded professionals who practice accounting for the common good.
Coursework includes:
- Auditing and systems
- Managerial cost accounting
- Legal environment of business
Liberal arts coursework and internship opportunities enhance the educational experience.
Tuition
Let’s do the math.
Learn about tuition and fees for our Bachelor of Science in Accounting program, as well as your financial aid options.
Accreditation
The School of Business at Spalding University has received specialized accreditation for its business programs through the International Accreditation Council for Business Education (IACBE).
Admission Requirements
Ready to see how it all adds up? Discover how Spalding’s accounting program can multiply your career possibilities.
Find Possibility in the Heart of the City
DISCOVER YOUR GROWTH POTENTIAL
An accounting degree pays off — according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, employment for accountants and auditors across the country has been projected to increase by 6% by 2033, which is faster than the average for all occupations.
High-Impact Career Preparation
The possibilities add up. Spalding accounting graduates are eligible to sit for the certified public accountant (CPA) exam, or to pursue the following careers (and many more):
- Accounting analyst
- Accounting manager
- Bank executive
- Chief financial officer
- Controller
- Cost accountant
- Forensic accountant
- Tax manager
I enjoyed my time in the Business/Accounting program at Spalding. The professors are hands on and caring. The work felt tangible and did not have that “busy-work” feel to it. Many of the projects resulted in real-world application, ideas that I can take with me and use even today.
Matthew Harper, Tax Manager
Bachelor of Science in Business Administration and Bachelor of Science in Accounting, 2018
Spalding’s Accounting program is led by
School of Business faculty
Michelle C. Reiss, DBA, MBA
Shirley and William Merke Chair, School of Business and Professor of Marketing
