Bachelor of Science in Accountancy

Overview

The Bachelor of Science in Accountancy (BS-Accy) program, also known as the accountancy major, offers both specialized knowledge in accounting and a general education leading to a broad understanding of the business world. The program is designed to prepare students for a professional career in accounting as well as graduate study in business, finance, information systems, or law.

Accounting is the management of financial information. Accountants design and implement systems that capture relevant information from the transactions in which an organization engages. The accountant analyzes that information and communicates it to others, answering questions such as: How profitable is this business? How solvent? How risky?

Career Options in Accountancy

Every organization with financial records needs accountants. In some cases, students with an accountancy major may be able to begin working immediately upon graduation in accounting, but some employers require a CPA certification for hiring or promotion and, in most states, taking the CPA exam requires 150 credit hours. Public accountants audit financial statements and provide tax planning and financial advisory services to their clients. Some accountants who work for corporations are responsible for preparing and maintaining the financial records of the business; others use accounting and other information to help evaluate potential and existing products and projects in order to aid in managerial decision-making. Governmental accountants help to prepare and administer the budgets under which their agencies operate.

Study Abroad Opportunities

BS-Accy students have the opportunity to study abroad, but it may require more planning for the student as many BS-Accy major courses are offered only in the fall and spring semester. 

Financial Accounting Capstone

ACCY 4801 is a 3-credit course that provides GWSB Accountancy majors with an opportunity to synthesize and apply their learning to tackle complex real world accountancy-based business challenges including tax, auditing, internal financial control and marketing projects.

Through the perspective of the preparer and user of financial statements, teams of three to five students (under the mentorship of Dr. Yun Zhang and with support from Global & Experiential Education) work together to develop and deliver substantive recommendations to their Partner Organization. This course provides an integral skill-building experience to students, pro-bono business insights to Partner Organizations, as well as a connection between employers and future talent.

Companies interested in learning more about the benefits of hosting a GWSB Financial Accounting Capstone project can visit our Partner with Us page, where they can learn more and submit a partner project proposal form. Interested parties are also welcome to email any questions directly to the Global & Experiential Education team at [email protected].