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Online Bachelor of Science Degree in Accounting
All successful organizations have a need for fiscal responsibility and accounting accuracy. Through the examination of theory and best practices, students in the online Accounting program gain the ability to lead a corporation from a financial perspective including legal compliance and ethics, marketing, leadership, economics, and quantitative decision-making. The bachelor’s degree in Accounting program is designed for students interested in gaining the basics of an accounting framework and principles needed for the growing fields of accounting, auditing, budgeting, and many more.
"Accounting students are well sought after and can earn high salaries. It is one profession that everybody needs, whether we are in a booming economy or if we happen to be in a down economy, so a benefit for somebody coming to CSU-Global is that they are preparing themselves for a fabulous profession."
- Dr. Dick Weinberger, Program Coordinator
Accounting Specializations:
Students earning their accounting degree online with CSU-Global may also choose a specialization in a career-relevant field. Specializations consists of five (5) upper division courses (15 credits) as a complement to their program major based on professional and personal interests.
Business Administration
The Business Administration Specialization is ideally suited for students interested in pursuing a career in business operations and management. Professionals in this field include department managers, accountants, consultants, executives, directors, and more.
This specialization is available to students in all undergraduate programs except the Healthcare Administration and Management program.
Criminal Forensics
The Criminal Forensics Specialization is ideal for students interested in crime scene investigation and forensic science. Gain the knowledge and skills to pursue or advance a career as a medical examiner, crime analyst, criminal investigator, or similar position in this exciting field.
This specialization is available to students in all undergraduate programs.
Criminal Justice Management
The criminal justice field includes careers in security, the court system, corrections, forensics, as well as local, state, and federal law enforcement agencies. The Criminal Justice Management Specialization provides advanced leadership skills to further one’s professional development in these areas.
This specialization is available to students in all undergraduate programs except the B.S. in Criminal Justice and Law Enforcement Administration program.
Criminology
The Criminology Specialization focuses on the study of crime, criminal behavior, and the legal system. Students pursuing a career in law enforcement, social work, forensics, welfare, pathology, probation, or other public safety positions will gain a competitive advantage through the Criminology Specialization.
This specialization is available to students in all undergraduate programs except the B.S. in Criminal Justice and Law Enforcement Administration program.
Data Management and Analysis
The Data Management and Analysis specialization is designed for students interested in careers related to information systems and networking. Professionals interested in the Information Technology field who desire in-depth knowledge of how to manage enterprise data should consider this specialization.
This specialization is available to students in all undergraduate programs.
Emergency Management
While emergency situations cannot always be avoided, proper critical response and preparation can drastically improve public safety. The Emergency Management Specialization provides professionals including safety directors, emergency specialists, consultants, analysts, responders, etc. with the skills necessary in a wide array of emergencies.
This specialization is available to students in all undergraduate programs.
Healthcare Informatics
The Healthcare Informatics Specialization is ideal for healthcare administrators and other professionals who are interested in the effective management of data and information within a global and technology-rich environment.
This specialization is available to students in all undergraduate programs.
Healthcare Management
The Healthcare Management Specialization provides professionals in clinics, hospitals, private practices, nursing homes, research facilities, and more with the focused training required to handle the unique management challenges of the Healthcare industry. This specialization gives students a competitive edge in an ever-changing field.
This specialization is available to students in all undergraduate programs except the B.S. in Healthcare Administration and Management program.
Human Resources and Organizational Development
Students interested in pursuing a career in Human Resources should consider adding this specialization to their bachelor’s degree coursework. It provides a background in personnel management, staff training and development, policy and procedures, and more. When completed as part of the B.S. in Business Management degree, this specialization aligns with educational standards from the Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM).
This specialization is available to students in all undergraduate programs except for the B.S. in Healthcare Administration and Management program.
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Information Technology Management
As technology continues to advance, the need for qualified IT managers grows as well. Through the Information Technology Management Specialization, students gain the administrative knowledge needed to meet the demands of corporate technology systems including problem solving, resource allocation, networking, security, and more.
This specialization is available to students in all undergraduate programs except the B.S. in Information Technology program.
Information Technology Operations
This specialization provides a basic understanding of technology operations, networking, problem-solving, development, and more. Professionals interested in careers that require knowledge of information technology, including administrators, department managers, system analysts, and more, will benefit from this specialization.
This specialization is available to students in all undergraduate programs except the B.S. in Information Technology program.
Marketing
Students interested in the global field of marketing will benefit from this specialization, which includes promotion, creative services, public relations, research, consulting, communications, advertisement, strategy, branding, and much more. The Marketing Specialization provides the tools necessary to be successfully employed in many areas within this field.
This specialization is available to students in all undergraduate programs except the B.S. in Marketing program.
Operations Management and Supervision
The Operations Management and Supervision specialization is ideal for students who pursue careers in logistics or manufacturing and production. These courses provide knowledge and skills to improve efficiency, efficacy, and performance in organizational operations.
This specialization is available to students in all undergraduate programs.
Organizational Leadership
Students who wish to advance into a management role in their organization or further their management skills as they apply to staff, effective decision making, strategic communication, and more should consider adding the Organizational Leadership Specialization to their bachelor’s degree major area of interest.
This specialization is available to students in all undergraduate programs except the B.S. in Organizational Leadership program.
Professional Sales
The Professional Sales Specialization is ideal for students interested in advancing their knowledge of sales and learning best practices for conducting business in today’s dynamic marketplace.
This specialization is available to students in all undergraduate programs.
Project Management
Students interested in project management should consider this specialization to gain conprehensive theories and concepts on how to improve organizational efficiency and performance on a per project basis. Ideal for both Project Management Professionals (PMP) and those interested in entering this growing field.
This specialization is available to students in all undergraduate programs except the B.S. in Project Management program.
Public Administration
Students interested in pursuing a career in government, public management, foreign services, nonprofit, security, regulatory boards, and others at the global, national, state, or local level will gain a competitive advantage with a specialization in public administration.
This specialization is available to students in all undergraduate programs except the B.S. in Public Management program.
Public and Non-Profit Management
Students interested in careers within the public and non-profit sectors should consider pursuing a specialization in Public and Non-Profit Management. This specialization provides students with management and decision-making abilities necessary within these organizations.
This specialization is available to students in all undergraduate programs except the B.S. in Public Management program.
Small Business and Entrepreneurship
Students who have a desire to work with a startup small business or manage their own entrepreneurial enterprises will gain the variety of skills necessary to be successful through this specialization.
This specialization is available to students in all undergraduate programs.
Strategic Communication
Effective communication can increase efficiency and results in a wide array of professional positions. The specialization in Strategic Communication improves both internal and external messaging, delivery, and comprehension for managers, consultants, marketing and public relations specialists, human resources, and more.
This specialization is available to students in all undergraduate programs except the B.S. in Communication program.
The accredited online Accounting degree program consists of 17 three-credit courses designed to build practical knowledge and skills to help students advance in their careers in related fields.
As a student in the Accounting program, you will:
- Apply problem-solving skills to diverse accounting situations including in an international setting.
- Construct and analyze financial and business data to produce reports.
- Evaluate and incorporate technology and analytical tools used for performing business functions and making decisions.
- Identify, test, and validate processes, systems, and financial data.
- Address current and emerging ethical and regulatory issues.
- Apply accounting and leadership skills to effectively work and communicate with others in areas of financial and organizational management.
These 100% online accounting classes offer a flexible and convenient option to gain invaluable knowledge on a schedule that works with your busy life. The simplified admissions process can get you started in your desired accredited online degree program in less than four weeks and CSU-Global’s tuition rates, one-of-a-kind Tuition Guarantee, and Financial Aid options make paying for your education easier than ever. CSU-Global is proud to be an independent institution in the Colorado State University System with regional accreditation.
Due to the variation of accountancy licensure requirements in each state, it is the responsibility of the student to consult with their respective state board of accountancy and be aware of requirements relative to licensure within their state before taking classes. Additional information on licensing requirements are available at www.nasba.org.
Accounting courses listed in the suggested order of completion:
ORG300 Applying Leadership Principles: This required first course for all majors (undergraduate level) provides an overview of leadership basics. In the context of studying at CSU-Global, students will develop strategies for success in the online learning environment.
ACT300 Principles of Financial Accounting: In this course students are introduced to accounting from a business perspective.
MKG310 Introduction to Marketing: The purpose of this undergraduate foundation level course is to provide the student with a general introduction to marketing principles and policies. Course units include marketing functions; price policies and controls; distribution channels, merchandising, and market research; competitive practices and government regulations; product development; and integration of marketing with technology, a basic understanding of the 4Ps (product, place, price, promotion), and current issues.
ACT305 Principles of Managerial Accounting: This course provides students with accounting information from a management perspective: cost-based, decision-making, differential accounting and responsibility accounting.
MGT320 The Legal Environment of Business: An introduction to the legal influences upon and within businesses, including statutory, executive, administrative, and court law. Included are the roles and influences of contracts and regulations upon business operations.
ACT325 Principles of Financial Accounting II: This second financial accounting course has an emphasis on financial reporting to external audiences including investors. Topics include property, plants, equipment, intangible assets, current and long-term liabilities.
ACT350 Intermediate Accounting I: This course covers advanced accounting topics in accounting cycle, financial statements, time value of money, revenue recognition and accounting for cash, receivables, inventory and long-term assets.
ACT360 Intermediate Accounting II: This course provides student with an overview of investments, liabilities, bonds, leases, income taxes, pensions, employee benefit plans, shareholder equity, earnings per share, accounting changes and errors, and the statement of cash flows.
FIN400 Analyzing Financial Statements: Students will gain the aptitude to understand and interpret financial reports for analysis, forecasting and budgeting decisions.
MTH410 Quantitative Business Analysis: Students will gain the knowledge of various quantitative techniques to synthesize information for business decision-making. Included is the understanding of business research methods.
ACT400 Corporate Tax: Understand the tax issues surrounding corporate, partnership, estate/trust taxation, mergers and dissolutions.
ACT410 Accounting for Government & Nonprofit Entities:This course provides a thorough understanding of governmental accounting topics. Topics covered include the financial reporting of state and local governments, learning about the governmental operating statement accounts and budgetary accounting, accounting for general capital assets and capital projects.
ACT420 International Accounting: This course is a study of the accounting issues that affect the global economy. Topics include history of international accounting and various international accounting models.
ACT450 Auditing: Students study the systematic process by which external financial statements and management assertions are verified and reported upon by independent, internal, and governmental auditors.
ACT460 Cost Accounting: This course provides students with practical accounting procedures applicable to industries with emphasis on job order process costs, standard cost and profit planning including differential costs, internal profit and price policies, and capital budgeting.
ACT470 Advanced Accounting: Application of fundamental theory to partnerships, international operations, consolidated statements, and business combinations; introduction to government.
ACT480 Capstone – Practical Applications of Accounting: This capstone course is a culmination of the student’s learning throughout the accounting program. All components of accounting will be utilized in this project applying generally accepted accounting principles for the preparation of complex financial statements with adequate disclosure, financial and ratio analysis, and discovery and correction of accounting errors.
Dr. Richard Weinberger
Program Coordinator for B.S. in Accounting
Dr. Dick Weinberger owns a private consulting firm in Austin, Texas specializing in business consulting, financial forensics, litigation support, and business valuations. After a successful sale of a CPA firm he owned for 18 years, he then held COO and CFO positions for a privately-owned national healthcare company and a private equity-backed Internet media start-up business before starting his current consulting firm in 2008.
Dr. Weinberger has taught for numerous brick-and-mortar and online universities in addition to conducting entrepreneurial workshops for aspiring business owners. Dick was a two-time winner in citywide elections for the Board of Trustees of a local independent school district and for nine years served as a member and later President.
He holds memberships in professional organizations including American Institute of Certified Public Accountants, Texas Society of Certified Public Accountants, Austin, TX chapter Certified Public Accountants, The Institute of Business Appraisers, past elected member of the Education Board of The Institute of Business Appraisers, National Association of Certified Valuation Analysts, Association of Certified Fraud Examiners, Forensics CPA Society, International Association for Asset Recovery, Collaborative Law Institute of Texas, and Institute of Divorce Financial Analysts.
What Dr. Weinberger says about the B.S. in Accounting degree:
"We look at real word approaches, as opposed to all acounting theory, and that's something that's really important when somebody's entering an accounting program... It is really a three pronged approach to prepare students to advance in the accounting profession if they already have a career, prepare students for a new profession in accounting, and to also assist students interested in information on the CPA exam."