橋港大學(xué)

The accounting curriculum provides an opportunity for students with varied interests to obtain a broad-based understanding of the role of accounting in the measurement and communication of financial and economic data. In the Bachelor's Degree in Accounting - BS program, a number of interdisciplinary courses have been designed for those students wishing a maximum overview of multinational issues in accounting and taxation as well as for those students who intend to pursue more advanced studies in accounting. Accounting students who expect to take the Certified Public Accountant professional examinations should select elective courses with the approval of and in consultation with the Chair of the Accounting Department.

Learning Outcomes

• Students acquire the knowledge necessary for the understanding of business data and will master accounting concepts, principles, and theories.
• Students will develop technical skills necessary to measure, analyze, and interpret economic data.
• Students will understand internal accounting systems, controls, reports for decision making and will learn how to effectively communicate economic data.
• Students will study professional and regulatory requirements. Additionally students will acquire the accounting foundation that enables them to pursue advanced study required for the successful completion of the CPA exam.
• Students will pursue internships.
• Students will have the opportunity to apply to the Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) program where they will gain hands-on, real world experience.

Career Opportunities

• Auditor
• Actuary/Underwriter
• Bank Officer
• Budget Specialist/Manager
• Bursar
• Business Analyst
• Chief Financial officer
• City Manager
• Controller
• Corporate Accountant
• Cost Accountant
• Financial Adviser
• Fraud Examiner
• Insurance Agent
• Investment Banker
• Investment Manager
• Officer Manager
• Personal Financial Advisor
• Portfolio Manager
• Public Accountant
• Real Estate Manager
• Research Analyst
• Revenue Officer
• Risk/Finance Analyst
• Special Agent IRS/FBI
• Staff Accountant
• Stock Broker
• Taxation Specialist
• Treasurer