<h2 id="section---FrequentlyAskedQuestions">Frequently Asked Questions</h2> <h3 id="section---WhatKindOfProgramIsIt">What Kind of Program Is It?</h3> <p>Strayer University's Bachelor of Science in Accounting program is an undergraduate program that is offered both on campus and online. The program focuses on the fundamentals of accounting and also includes a strong liberal arts component, emphasizing communication, critical thinking, and analysis. The Bachelor of Science in accounting features an Undergraduate Accounting Capstone, which provides you with the opportunity to analyze and dissect real-world business cases. </p> <h3 id="section---WhatAreThePrerequisites">What Are the Prerequisites?</h3> <p>In order to begin Strayer University's Bachelor of Science in Accounting program, you should possess strong quantitative and problem-solving abilities and a keen interest in numbers and mathematics. Applicants to Strayer University's programs should have a high school diploma or equivalent; some programs may have additional requirements. </p> <h3 id="section---WhatAreTheCourseRequirements">What Are the Course Requirements?</h3> <p>The Bachelor of Science in Accounting consists of 180 credits: 27 core units, 54 major units, 54 units of general studies, and 45 elective units. You will work with an academic advisor to choose your elective courses. </p> <p><u>Accounting Course Requirements</u> </p> <p /> <table border="1"><tr><th> AREA 1 </th><th> CORE COMPONENT</th></tr> <tr><td> ACC 100 </td><td> Accounting I</td></tr> <tr><td> ACC 115 </td><td> Microcomputer Applications for Accountants</td></tr> <tr><td> BUS 100 </td><td> Introduction to Business</td></tr> <tr><td> CIS 105 </td><td> Introduction to Information Systems</td></tr> <tr><td> ENG 115 </td><td> English Composition</td></tr> <tr><td> MAT 105 </td><td> Introduction to College Mathematics</td></tr> </table><p /> <table border="1"><tr><th> AREA 2 </th><th> MAJOR COMPONENT</th></tr> <tr><td> ACC 206 </td><td> Accounting II</td></tr> <tr><td> ACC 303 </td><td> Intermediate Accounting I</td></tr> <tr><td> ACC 304 </td><td> Intermediate Accounting II</td></tr> <tr><td> ACC 305 </td><td> Intermediate Accounting III</td></tr> <tr><td> ACC 307 </td><td> Federal Taxation</td></tr> <tr><td> ACC 350 </td><td> Cost Accounting</td></tr> <tr><td> ACC 401 </td><td> Advanced Accounting</td></tr> <tr><td> ACC 403 </td><td> Auditing</td></tr> <tr><td> ACC 410 </td><td> Non-profit/Municipal Accounting</td></tr> <tr><td> LEG 100 </td><td> Business Law I</td></tr> <tr><td> ACC 499 </td><td> Undergraduate Accounting Capstone</td></tr> </table><p /> <table border="1"><tr><th> AREA 3 </th><th> GENERAL STUDIES COMPONENT</th></tr> <tr><td> ENG 215 </td><td> Research and Writing</td></tr> <tr><td> ENG 240 </td><td> Communication for Business and the Professions</td></tr> <tr><td> HUM 100 </td><td> Introduction to Art, Music, and Literature</td></tr> <tr><td> HUM 200 </td><td> Logic</td></tr> <tr><td> SCI 110 <br /> <br /> SCI 115 </td><td> Introduction to Physical Science <br /> <b>OR</b> <br /> Introduction to Biology</td></tr> <tr><td> HUM 400 </td><td> Religion and Philosophy</td></tr> <tr><td> MAT 300 </td><td> Statistics</td></tr> <tr><td> ECO 405 <br /> <br /> POL 300 </td><td> Economic Problems and Issues <br /> <b>OR</b> <br /> Contemporary International Problems</td></tr> <tr><td> PSY 100 <br /> <br /> PSY 105 </td><td> The Individual and Society <br /> <b>OR</b> <br /> Introduction to Psychology</td></tr> <tr><td> SOC 100 </td><td> Introduction to Sociology</td></tr> <tr><td> SOC 300 </td><td> Sociology of Developing Countries</td></tr> </table><p /> <table border="1"><tr><th> AREA 4 </th><th> ELECTIVE COMPONENT</th></tr> <tr><td> </td><td> Selected in consultation with an academic advisor</td></tr> </table><h3 id="section---WhatCouldIDoAfterIGraduate">What Could I Do After I Graduate?</h3> <h4 id="section---CareerOpportunities">Career Opportunities</h4> <p>Strayer University's Bachelor of Science in Accounting program is designed to prepare you for a variety of careers in the field of accounting. Strayer University students have the opportunity to pursue courses designed to prepare you for the following positions: </p> <ul><li>Certified Public Accountant (CPA) </li><li>Certified Internal Auditor (CIA) </li><li>Certified Managerial Accountant (CMA) </li><li>Accredited Business Accountant (ABA) </li></ul><h4 id="section---AdvancedDegrees">Advanced Degrees</h4> <p>Although Strayer University's Bachelor of Science in Accounting program is designed to provide you with the skills needed to pursue entry-level positions, you could enhance your skills through graduate level coursework. Strayer University offers two graduate-level programs related to accounting: </p> <ul><li>Master of Science in Accounting </li><li>Executive Graduate Certificate in Accounting</li></ul>