Accounting

Overview

Designed to equip you with these skills, the Accounting program at Bellevue University focuses on the application of accounting to realistic business and organizational scenarios.

• All coursework in the in-class or online master's degree program counts toward the 150 credit hours required for the Certified Public Accountant (CPA) exam.

• The in-class or online Master's in Accounting program will complete all requirements for the CPA exam for most students.

To prepare you as a well-rounded professional accountant, controller, auditor, or entrepreneur, you will develop high-level skills in:

• Advanced cost accounting and accounting theory

• Auditing

• Tax accountancy

• Internal accounting and accounting information systems

With an in-depth understanding of these skills, you will be able to provide valuable insight into the finances of any organization – and become an indispensable asset to any employer.

Program Outcomes

Upon completion of the Master of Science in Accounting program you will be able to:

• Apply financial accounting, tax, and auditing information to solve relevant issues and problems.

• Effectively communicate essential financial and nonfinancial information to organizational stakeholders.

• Apply strategic and critical thinking to solve problems and develop decisions.

• Evaluate the ethical and professional components of various accounting and organizational decisions.

• Interpret the impact of global and international business issues on the reporting of accounting information.