Bachelor of Science in Accounting
Bachelor of Science in Accounting Program Overview
The Spalding Bachelor of Science in Accounting program prepares you to leverage your analysis and business skills for the financial good of organizations. Accounting courses are combined with a liberal arts education, providing you with a holistic perspective of the economic and financial marketplace. You will gain first-hand knowledge through internships with companies, nonprofits, and small businesses in Louisville, Kentucky or your local community.
- 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 130 credit hours
- Pathway to the CPA: earn your bachelor’s in accounting + MBA – Accounting Concentration in as little as five years
- Begin the MBA – Accounting Concentration as an undergraduate student
Courses
Spalding’s Bachelor of Science in Accounting prepares ethically-minded professionals who practice accounting in either the public or private sector.
Coursework includes:
- Auditing and systems
- Managerial cost accounting
- Legal environment of business
- Not-for-profit accounting
Internship opportunities and a liberal arts foundation enhance the educational experience.
Tuition
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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) located at 11960 Quivira Road in Overland Park, Kansas, USA.
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
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