Bachelor of Business Administration in Accounting

Official Program Name:

Bachelor of Business Administration with a specialization in Accounting

School Offering Program:

Jones International University

Degree Level:

Bachelor's

Program Prerequisites:

Applicants to the Bachelor of Business Administration with a specialization in Accounting program should be interested in working in management, public and government accounting. They may also be interested in seeking certification in public accounting. All applicants to Jones International University's programs should have already earned a high school diploma; however, some programs may have additional requirements.

Program Description:

Jones International University's Bachelor of Business Administration with a specialization in Accounting program presents fundamental accounting principles and practices, including financial accounting and management, cost accounting, product and service costing, Generally Accepted Accounting Principles and accounting standards, accounting information systems, income statements, balance sheets, statements of cash flow, investments, pensions, individual income tax, business tax and tax planning. The program is designed to introduce students to management theory, economic theory, business operations and structure, financial flow in business and the legal system, including administrative, criminal, contract, business and employment law. Students can study marketing research methods and applications, consumer behavior and marketing management. Coursework includes an examination of the impact of globalization on business, multi-national marketing, multi-national supply chains and what it takes to be globally competitive. Students also have the opportunity to develop skills in business writing, technical writing, strategic management, and change and conflict management. Additionally, students can develop their professional resume and portfolio in the capstone course.

Learning Format:

Online

Total Credits Required:

120 credits

Financial Aid Available:

Financial aid may be available to eligible students. The university's Financial Aid Office assists students in finding and receiving the fullest benefits package available to them.

Required Courses for a Bachelor of Business Administration with a Specialization in Accounting:

Program and course requirements are subject to change. Contact Jones International University to confirm the most accurate information before enrolling in a program.

General Education Courses (27 credits)

• ART 101: Art Appreciation
• ENG 101: Composition
• ENG 102: English Literature
• IT 102: Introduction to Computer Information Systems
• MATH 101: College Mathematics
• SCI 201: Science and Technology
• SCI 202: Physics of Modern Technology I
• SCI 203: Physics of Modern Technology II
• SPCH 101: Fundamentals of Public Speaking

Business Administration Core Courses (33 credits)

• BBA 301: The Global Marketplace
• BBA 304: Marketing Management
• BBA 305: Introductory Economic Theory
• BBA 306: Financial Accounting
• BBA 307: Finance
• BBA 310: Management
• BBA 431: Marketing Research
• BBA 484: Global Strategies
• BC 345: Organizational Communication
• BC 352: Fundamentals of Business Writing
• ETH 401: Making Ethical Management Decisions

Business Administration Core Curriculum Courses (18 credits)

• BBA 101: Introduction to Business
• BBA 110: History of Business
• BBA 204: Legal Environment of Business
• BBA 210: Financial Flow - Follow the Money
• BBA 211: Introduction to Management
• BBA 212: Technical Writing

Specialization Courses (12 credits)

• BBA 406: Cost Accounting
• BBA 407: Intermediate Accounting I
• BBA 408: Intermediate Accounting II
• BBA 409: Taxation I

Other Required Courses (30 credits)

• CRT 100: Critical Thinking and Creative Problem Solving
• ENG 100: The Writing Process
• Choose three from the following:
  • GEOG 201: Human and Cultural Geography
  • HIST 201: History of World Literature
  • HUM 201: Peace and Conflict Studies
  • MATH 201: Intermediate College Algebra
  • PSY 201: Psychology of the Organization
• Choose four from the following:
  • BBA 311: Using the Internet in Business
  • BC 355: Business Communication Contexts
  • BC 372: Intercultural Communication
  • BC 380: Team Communication
  • BC 465: Negotiation and Conflict Management
  • BC 470: Collaboration Technology Systems
  • BC 475: Organizational Training and Development
  • MATH 301: Business Mathematics
• BBA 490: BBA Capstone

Post Graduation Opportunities

Furthering Your Education:

The Bachelor of Business Administration with a specialization in Accounting program is designed to prepare students for graduate studies. Earning a master's degree can prepare students for advanced and leadership career opportunities. Graduates of the program may be interested in master's degree programs such as:

• Master of Business Administration in Accounting
• Master of Professional Accounting
• Master of Science in Accounting
• Master of Accounting

Career Paths:

Jones International University's Bachelor of Business Administration with a specialization in Accounting program is designed to prepare students for entry into the accounting profession. Their work could include preparing and analyzing financial documents, analyzing budgets, and doing financial or investment planning, among other duties. Graduates could seek certification as a CPA; they should check with their state Board of Accountancy for requirements. Students utilize the resume and portfolio developed in the program to seek positions such as:

• Staff Accountant
• Accounting Manager
• Certified Public Accountant (CPA)