Accelerated Bachelor of Business Administration in Accounting

This program provides the student with a broad education and intensive study within the major as preparation for professional careers in public accounting, cost and managerial accounting, information systems, business consulting, government, and not-for-profit institutions. The curriculum in accounting is designed to acquaint students with the conceptual framework and theory of accounting, transactional analysis, asset management, liabilities, owners' equity, and financial reporting. Cost analysis and control, accounting information systems, taxation, consolidated financial statements, and foreign operations also are covered, along with auditing techniques and an understanding of the ethical and performance standards of the profession. Accounting majors are encouraged to join a professional student organization, such as: Beta Alpha Psi (BAP--National Honorary Fraternity); Institute of Management Accountants - Temple Chapter (IMA-T); National Association of Black Accountants (NABA); Ascend Motivated students can accelerate their BBA program to finish in 3 years.