Business Administration (BS) | Accounting Concentration
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In ECPI’s Bachelor of Science in Business Administration (B.S.B.A.) program, students develop decision-making, problem-solving, and leadership skills based on a foundation of practical knowledge and application of business fundamentals. Students investigate business theory as it relates to accounting, management, analytics, and operations.
The program creates a unique opportunity for the student to explore the diverse aspects of business as they relate to today’s global environment. The focus on real-world application, case studies, hands-on activities, and relevant scenarios are woven into the framework of the program to develop and enhance analytical, professional, and organizational skills. The curriculum integrates the functional areas of the business environment, such as finance, accounting, marketing, and management.
In today's marketplace, business, industry, government, and not-for-profit organizations need high-quality and near to real time financial information to compete in local, national, and global markets. The accountant is a key person who can provide management with this critical information. No organization can function effectively without accounting.
Our Bachelor of Science in Business Administration with a concentration in Accounting provides students with an in-depth understanding of accounting principles. Accounting graduates are prepared to pursue careers in public accounting, business, or government. This concentration offers two tracks:
Track | description | |
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Accounting Data Analytics Track | The accounting data analytics track provides students with an opportunity to engage with auditing and analytics knowledge that adds to their accounting concentration. Organizations want data-driven perspectives and decisions. The additional analytics focus allows students to look at data output while combining financial and accounting insights. *students interested in sitting for the CPA exam, depending on state of residence, will need thirty upper division accounting credits. | |
General Accounting Track | The general accounting track covers the additional topics of auditing and personal taxation, providing students with a broad overview of accounting. By taking the additional core areas, students will become well rounded accounting graduates. The focus on auditing prepares students to track and verify accounting transactions and their source when reviewing financial reports to meet organizational goals. | |
4 + 1 Undergraduate to Graduate Option
The 4+1 programs offer students with the opportunity to seamlessly transition from their bachelor's degree to a master's degree in an accelerated timeframe. This program allows students to complete both degrees by integrating selected graduate-level coursework into their undergraduate curriculum. By taking advantage of this program, students can maximize their time and resources, efficiently advancing their education and enhancing their career prospects. Through rigorous coursework and advanced research projects, students develop specialized knowledge and skills in their chosen field, positioning themselves for leadership roles and further academic pursuits upon graduation.
4 + 1 BSBA to MBA Program
The 4+1 programs allow for BSBA students to take up to 6 credit hours (2 classes) that count towards fulfilling their undergraduate degree requirements and count towards the completion of their master’s program. The bachelor’s degree is awarded after successful completion of all BSBA requirements. Once the bachelor’s degree is completed, a student is required to apply for the graduate program.
Below is the program curriculum for the 4+1 course pairings offered. While the student is enrolled in the BSBA course, additional course work is required at that time for the 4+1 program. The admission criteria for participation in the 4+1 Undergraduate to MBA program are as follows:
Students must have completed 60 undergraduate credit hours towards their baccalaureate degree
Students must maintain a cumulative undergraduate GPA of 3.0 on a 4.0
MBA Courses | BSBA Courses |
course Organizational Behavior and Leadership | course Organizational Leadership and Management |
course Business Research and Analysis |
4 + 1 BSOL to MSM Program
The 4+1 programs allow for BSOL students to take up to 6 credit hours (2 classes) that count towards fulfilling their undergraduate degree requirements and count towards the completion of their master’s program. The bachelor’s degree is awarded after successful completion of all BSOL requirements. Once the bachelor’s degree is completed, a student is required to apply for the graduate program.
Below is the program curriculum for the 4+1 course pairings offered. While the student is enrolled in the BSOL course, additional course work is required at that time for the 4+1 program. The admission criteria for participation in the 4+1 Undergraduate to MSM program are as follows:
Students must have completed 60 undergraduate credit hours towards their baccalaureate degree
Students must maintain a cumulative undergraduate GPA of 3.0 on a 4.0
MBA Courses | BSBA Courses |
course Organizational Behavior and Leadership | course Organizational Leadership and Management |
course Organizational Change and Development | course Organizational Dynamics: Motivation and Leadership |
About Business Administration
Graduates of the Bachelor of Science in Business Administration may find employment in a variety of industries, including manufacturing, retail, banking, service, restaurant, accounting, and in government. Possible job titles include accountant, project manager, entrepreneur, sales manager, and actuary, among many others. Graduates of this program, in any concentration area, may be qualified to work in government positions as well as in industry.
Recommended Certifications
Certifications are not required for completion of this program; however, ECPI encourages student to obtain all appropriate certifications to increase potential job opportunities. ECPI provides students in this program with vouchers which allow the student to take certification exams at a greatly reduced cost. Students pursing concentrations and tracks could earn certificates while earning their bachelor’s degree. Certificates in Leadership, Accounting Analytics, Business Analytics, Operations Analytics, Project Management, and Human Resources are available and complement the Bachelor of Science in Business Administration degree program.
Other recommended certifications for this program include Management Skills, Six Sigma, Project Management, and Systems Analyst. For students taking the IT Management concentration, all of these certifications are recommended along with the Security+ certification. For students taking the Operations, Logistics, and Supply Chain Management concentration, all of these certifications are available along with Certified Associate in Project Management (CAPM) and Six Sigma Green Belt Expert Rating. All ECPI certifications are available to Bachelor of Science in Business Administration students if they meet the criteria and requirements.
Certifications recommended for an entry-level career position in the Operations, Logistics and Supply Chain Management concentration are Certified Associate in Project Management (CAPM), Project Management Professional (PMP) for students with applicable experience, SCPro Level One: Cornerstones of Supply Chain Management, Entry Certificate in Business Analysis (ECBA), Six Sigma Green Belt, Strategic Planning Associate (SPA), and Certified in Production and Inventory Management (CPIM).
Student Evaluation
Students pursuing the BS Business Administration, Business Analytics concentration are required to earn a grade of C or better in course (Statistics) prior to beginning the Business Analytics concentration courses. Students will have no more than three attempts to achieve a C or better in this course.
Electives - any course from BSBA and/or BS Organizational Leadership depending on prerequisite. General electives from other programs and schools.