Bachelor of Science in Accounting

Accountants oversee the accurate and efficient operation of business by assessing financial statements, preparing tax returns, managing payroll and much more. Since accountants are central to almost all organizational operations, they are often consulted to make business decisions and to find ways to reduce costs, enhance revenues and improve profits. Getting your start in accounting can lead to a successful business career. Sullivan’s on-campus and online Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting incorporates a unique blend of accounting, business, information technology and general education requirements within the curriculum in order to graduate well-rounded, highly competent accounting professionals. Graduates will be prepared for careers in public accounting, management accounting, tax, not-for-profit, cost, governmental and internal audit. To prepare students to earn CMA (Certified Management Accountant) certification. To ensure all graduates gain a thorough understanding of the fundamentals and applications of accounting, including: How to record business transactions using General Ledger Computer Software How to use a “Practice Set” that provides a full understanding of the accounting cycle from initial entries through financial statement preparation How to design an accounting system Tax law through preparation of true-to-life tax returns for individuals and corporations Payroll with a simulation model both as a manual system and a computerized system Accounting bachelor’s degree students will also complete an interdisciplinary capstone business policy project in which they must monitor their own company, make crucial business decisions and evaluate those results. Sullivan’s accounting programs follow a stair-step progression that makes it easy for you to move forward with your education at your own pace. Once you earn your bachelor’s degree, you can then go for your MBA with an accounting concentration that can take you even farther, equipping you for senior-level management positions and CPA (Certified Public Accountant) certification. Best of all, we integrate Becker Professional Education CPA exam prep into all graduate accounting courses to ensure that you are well prepared for your certification exams. You can choose to take all your Bachelor’s in Accounting courses online, on campus or a combination of both. Our talented faculty team brings quality instruction to every course, incorporating hands-on learning experiences along with real-world applications in the classroom. Our faculty includes scholars, consultants, entrepreneurs and practitioners who provide their students with insight into real-world accounting practices. Small classes allow for individualized attention and coaching in career opportunities. We are committed to preparing all accounting graduates to pursue accounting certification, including CMA (Certified Management Accountant) certification.