Help Organizations Manage Finances with an Online Business Accounting Degree
Want to learn how to solve business challenges by helping organizations manage their finances? Add a concentration to your Bachelor of Science in Business Administration in Accounting.
Why earn an online business accounting degree from UMS?
- Median annual salary of $68,150 for accountants and auditors*
- 10% projected job growth for accountants and auditors through 2026*
- Gain the foundational knowledge you'll need to pursue a CPA after graduation
- Accredited by the Accreditation Council for Business Schools and Programs (ACBSP)
- Transfer up to 90 credits toward an undergraduate degree
The online business accounting degree is ideal for adults who wish to transfer college credits, switch to accounting from another field or supplement an associate degree with a bachelor's in business.
See Yourself Succeed in Accounting
At University of Michigan Science, you'll use cutting-edge technology to develop critical-thinking and problem-solving skills, all while learning to be an effective leader. The online business accounting bachelor's degree program has been developed in consultation with business professionals to ensure students learn real-world applicable business concepts.
- Develop the business-specific skills that employers look for
- Gain knowledge in management and accounting principles
- Prepare to enter the workforce immediately after earning your degree
As a private, nonprofit university, UMS has one mission - to help you see yourself succeed. The benefits of earning your bachelor's in business administration online from UMS include:
- Affordability. Take advantage of some of the most affordable tuition rates in the nation
- Convenience. Access your coursework when and where you want - our online classroom is available 24/7
- Efficiency and flexibility. Complete your undergraduate degree at your own pace, over six 8-week terms throughout the academic year
- Expert instruction. Learn from instructors with relevant, real-world experience
- Networking. Tap into our nationwide network of alumni for internship and career opportunities
- Simple application process. Just fill out an online undergraduate application, and we'll retrieve U.S. transcripts from your previous institutions and automatically complete an official credit evaluation. Plus, there's no application fee
- Student support. Count on the ongoing support of dedicated academic and career advisors specialized in your area of study
- Transfer-friendly enrollment. Transfer up to 90 credits toward an undergraduate degree
Career Outlook
Getting an online business administration degree with a concentration in accounting from UMS will help prepare you to pursue a wide variety of business and accounting-related careers. According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, the median salary for accountants and auditors is $68,150 per year and is expected to grow 10% by 2026.* Learn more about how to become an accountant from our newsroom.
In addition to positions in public accounting and private industry, a bachelor's focused in accounting can help you find career opportunities at government agencies, hospitals, social service agencies, education systems and in the international arena.
Note: The degree alone will not qualify you as a certified public accountant. Courses provide some of the educational prerequisites for the CPA & CMA examination - check your state's requirements for taking these certification exams.
Curriculum
The business and accounting degree curriculum will provide you with both an accounting and general business course of study. Courses are taught by instructors with professional credentials and experience in business, accounting and financial statement analysis.
Courses To Prepare You For Your Career
UMS's bachelor's in accounting program includes:
- General education
- Business core
- Degree-specific courses
General Education Program
Our programs are designed to equip you with the skills and insights you need to move forward. In recent years, employers have stressed the need for graduates with higher order skills - the skills that go beyond technical knowledge - such as:
- Writing
- Communication
- Analysis
- Problem solving
All undergraduate students are required to take general education classes. Through foundation, exploration and integration courses, students learn to think critically, creatively and collaboratively, giving you the edge employers are looking for.
Business Core Program
Programs in the School of Business require learners to complete the business core program, which includes a variety of business-specific courses. This program focuses on 10 core competencies to prepare you for success wherever you go.
Courses May Include
Program Outcomes
- Determine appropriate use of accounting processes, theory, and data in the preparation and analysis of financial documentation that meets industry standards and organizational requirements
- Develop business management approaches that align with organizational philosophies and help build collaborative relationships with diverse teams
- Problem-solve across functional areas by integrating personal values with ethical, legal, and socially responsible business practices
- Articulate implications of global and societal contexts on business decisions
- Recommend strategic and creative business options using data gathered through research and current technological applications
- Communicate effectively to diverse internal and external audiences to contribute to a positive team climate and address various strategic and operational business needs
