Bachelor of Science in Business Administration ( Accounting)

What to Expect in the Accounting Program
Many refer to accounting as the “language of business” because organizations in nearly every industry have a need for employees, consultants, or independent practitioners with accounting knowledge and expertise.

The Accounting program at Ashland University strives to help you achieve your CPA licensure, professional accounting certifications, and competencies most prized by accounting firms and other organizations by encouraging you to put the accounting principles you learn to practice with real world experiences like internships, hands-on projects, and national competitions.

Accounting Program Benefits
It’s no secret that graduates of the Accounting program at Ashland University graduate well-equipped for their careers. In fact, many employers have reported that Ashland students outperform students from other schools.

Other program benefits include:

• Study with excellent accredited professors and work with leading accounting professionals
• Learn in small class sizes with individualized attention
• Benefit from a cutting-edge accounting curriculum structured to encourage student success
• Attend a “Meet the Accountant Night” night on campus to network, gain career insights, and explore internships and job opportunities with close to 20 different employers each Fall 
• Get involved with the IMA Accounting club to get the resources you need for professional growth
• Participate in the IRS VITA Tax Program by preparing tax returns for individuals in the community.
• Gain insights to apply your future career with internships and real-world experience opportunities

Core Curriculum
The accounting program at Ashland University combines a broad business foundation with a concentration in specialized accounting course to provide you with core business competencies and technical accounting knowledge.

Sample courses include:

• Financial Accounting
• Cost Accounting
• Accounting Information Tecnology 
• Forensic Accounting 
• Managerial Accounting