Accounting

Program at a Glance

2.5 Year Bachelor's Degree
121 Total Credits

Practical Simulations
Real-World Scenarios


Transfer Credits
Up to 90 Credits

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Overview

The Bachelor of Science in Business Administration (BSBA) degree with a concentration in Accounting is designed to provide a comprehensive education in business fundamentals, emphasizing practical application and skills development. Students gain exposure to diverse business areas—including accounting, management, analytics, and operations—through interactive coursework, case studies, and hands-on activities.

The Accounting concentration provides specialized training in financial analysis, reporting, and auditing. This concentration features two degree tracks that students can choose from:

  • Accounting Data Analytics track Focuses on advanced auditing techniques and data analytics, equipping students with the tools to interpret and analyze complex financial data.
  • General Accounting track emphasizes foundational auditing principles and personal taxation practices.

Through ECPI University’s year-round accelerated schedule, students can earn a bachelor’s degree in as few as 2.5 years.

Knowledge and Skills

Graduates should grow in the following areas:

  • Core Business Knowledge:
    Strong foundation in business fundamentals, including accounting, finance, marketing, management, and operations.
  • Accounting Expertise:
    In-depth understanding of accounting principles, financial analysis, and reporting.
  • Auditing Proficiency:
    Knowledge of auditing standards and procedures to assess financial information reliability (for both tracks).

University Benefits

On Campus or Online

Learn your way with in-person collaboration or online simulations and flexible schedules.

Graduate Faster

Our year-round, accelerated, programs let you earn your degree in just 2.5 years.

Simplified Scheduling

Your degree path is pre-scheduled, so you can focus on learning, not course registration.

Flexible Learning Environments

Campus

Our campuses provide an immersive classroom setting, interacting directly with professors and classmates in real-time. Benefit from face-to-face discussions, hands-on labs, and the immediate support of instructors.

Online

Flexible and convenient, online learning allows you to study on your own time, from anywhere. Access lectures, lab simulations, and course materials online, collaborating with classmates through virtual forums and discussions.

Hybrid

To enhance flexibility, many campus courses are delivered via synchronous hybrid format, where students engage in both online learning activities and real-time interactions with instructors and classmates.

Accounting Curriculum

Bachelor of Science, Information Technology, Software Development, and Coding

Featured Courses, Topics & Overview

Advanced Accounting I ACC480

This course introduces students to financial accounting topics that relate to multi-corporate entities. Students will learn the concepts and procedures for preparing consolidated financial statements for affiliated corporate groups and intercompany transfers.

Ethics in Business BUS222

This course will provide students with a sound foundation of ethics in business. Students will learn about concepts, processes, and best practices to make ethical business decisions.

Credit Hours

Course Categories

Description

31

Arts & Sciences

Courses which delve into both creative expression and the scientific world, shaping well-rounded thinkers.

40

Core Curriculum

Courses that provide an educational foundation, building essential skills across diverse subjects.

21

Concentration Courses

Concentration courses provide an in-depth exploration within your major, helping you build specialized knowledge and skills in a particular area of your field.

23

Track Courses

Specialized degree track courses are focused deep dives within your major, letting you become an expert in a specific niche related to your field.

6

Self Integration

These courses set you up for college success and beyond.

121

Total Credit Hours

Institutional Accreditation

ECPI University is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC) to award associate, baccalaureate, and master’s degrees. ECPI University also offers credentials such as certificates and diplomas at approved degree levels.

Questions about the accreditation of ECPI University may be directed in writing to the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges at 1866 Southern Lane, Decatur, GA 30033-4097, by calling (404) 679-4500, or by using information available on SACSCOC’s website (www.sacscoc.org).

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