ACCOUNTING
BBA BUSINESS major
BACHELOR of BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION
SETTING the FOUNDATION FOR FINANCIAL PROCESSES
WHAT IS ACCOUNTING
the MAJOR
ACCOUNTING (ACT) :
The recording, measurement, processing and communication of financial transactions. The study of accounting also includes summarizing and presenting the results in a variety of different reports and analyses. Accounting provides the foundation for all financial processes within an organization.
SPECIALIZATIONS INCLUDE: PUBLIC ACCOUNTING, GOVERNMENTAL OR INSTITUTIONAL ACCOUNTING, MANAGEMENT ACCOUNTING, INTERNAL AUDITING OR INFORMATION SYSTEMS AUDITING.
Earning a Bachelor of Business Administration degree with a major in Accounting provides a background in business law, information systems and tax issues. Curriculum is guided in part by Advisory Boards made up of top professionals.
COURSEWORK TOPICS INCLUDE: Analytics Auditing Cost Accounting Fraud Examination Governance, Risk and Compliance Government and Institutional Accounting International Accounting Tax Research and Planning
why ACCOUNTING?
Accounting majors are always in high demand as every organization needs accountancy to keep it functioning properly. If you enjoy problem-solving and working with data, then a major in accounting can provide you with a solid foundation to impact any organization or industry. In addition to stability, favorable earning potential and opportunities for growth, since accounting is needed everywhere, you can choose where you want to live and work as well as possibly start your own firm.
the SKILLS
ENGAGED LEARNING
SCHOLARSHIPS
Accounting scholarships are awarded each year. Made possible by generous alumni, the scholarship recipients are recognized for their academic achievements at an annual Accounting Department Awards Banquet.
STUDENT ORGANIZATIONS FOR LEARNING AND NETWORKING.
The Cleveland State student chapters of Beta Alpha Psi and the Accounting Association chapters offer a number of networking opportunities for students. Accounting students are encouraged to volunteer and participate in industry events such as the Ohio Society of CPAs High School Accounting Day, CPA Camp, Institute of Internal Auditors, Institute of Management Accountants, Volunteer Income Tax Assistance program, case competitions and more.
INTERNSHIPS, CO-OPS and CAREERS
A PROMISING FUTURE FILLED WITH EXPANSIVE AND ENGAGING OPPORTUNITIES.
Every Fall, Meet the Accountants Night brings 50 Northeast Ohio accounting firms and companies on campus. On average, 80 students per semester are placed in accounting internships, with many receiving full-time offers from their host company. Accounting students are offered the opportunity to take up to five credit hours in internships, independent study and/or special projects.
EMPLOYERS include
BDO USA LLP
CBIZ
Cleveland Clinic
Cohen & Company
Deloitte
EY (Ernst & Young)
Grant Thornton
KPMG
Marcum
Novogradac
Plante Moran
Pricewaterhouse Coopers (PwC)
Robert Half
Sherwin-Williams
the MINORS
Economics
Entrepreneurship
Finance
CAREER outlook
the CAREERS
Accountant
Auditor
Employment growth until 2028
6% #14 #75 expected growth *
ranked in Best Business Jobs
ranked in 100 Best Jobs
(U.S. News & World Report)
$77,250 median salary*
*(Source: https://bls.gov./)
Budget Analyst/Manager
Certified Financial Planner
Certified Internal Auditor
Certified Management Accountant
Chief Financial Officer (CFO)
Comptroller/Controller
Forensic Accountant
Fraud Examiner
Risk Management Analyst
Systems Analyst
Tax Accountant
COMPLEMENT AND ENHANCE YOUR ACCOUNTING MAJOR WITH THE DEVELOPMENT OF SPECIFIC BUSINESS SKILLS THROUGH MINOR COURSE WORK AND APPLICATION.
Governance, Risk Management & Compliance
Health Care Management
Human Resources Management
Information Systems
International Business
Marketing
Operations & Supply Chain Management
Professional Selling
Property Management
Sport & Entertaiment Management
Taxation
LEARN MORE
As an Accounting major I was open to different types of opportunities.
I learned through my internships what I enjoy and what I do not enjoy doing and am open to working in finance or human resources in the future. I am so grateful to have been a recipient of the Glasscock scholarship. I’m even more grateful that the family genuinely cares enough to reach out to their scholarship recipients and ask us how we are doing.
KRYSTAL RIVERA
INTERNAL AUDITOR AT FHL BANK CHICAGO
2020 ACCOUNTING MAJOR GRADUATE
GLASSCOCK FAMILY SCHOLARSHIP RECIPIENT/ALUMNA
TAKE the NEXT STEP
APPLY TODAY – YOU HAVE NOTHING TO LOSE.
Applications are accepted throughout the year. Apply as early as possible to get your admittance decision.
Applying and getting a decision allows you to apply for and receive financial aid and scholarship packages to help you make your college selection.
Applications for Fall Semester open annually on August 1.
INCOMING FRESHMEN apply for the Honors Program: January 15; all other Programs: March 1.
TRANSFER STUDENTS apply for the Honors Program: February 28; all others programs: April 1.
