Accounting
Accounting isn't just about money; it also involves data analysis, strategic thinking and forecasting. Ethical practice is also integral to a company's reputation management, and central to our accounting major. Whether it's in big business or small business, non-profit or government, accounting is a core operation, and well-trained students are sought after.
Students who choose accounting at the Palumbo-Donahue School of Business aren't looking for any accounting program; they want the best. You will learn more than just the technical aspects of accounting; you will become a better critical thinker, communicator, and problem solver.
You will have access to a library of the latest versions of accounting software. Proficiency in these tools will enhance your success - both as a student and as a professional - and increase your marketability.
BSBA to MAcc
Earn two degrees in 5 years! You will earn two degrees, Bachelor of Science in Business Administration (BSBA) and a Master of Accountancy (MAcc), in five years. Plus, you will have a paid co-op experience and only pay tuition for 4 ½ years.
Awards and Scholarships
2022 Summary of All Scholarships
2022 Accounting Scholarships and Award Instructions
Program Type
Major, Minor
Degree
Bachelor's
Duration
4-year
Required Credit Hours
72
This course covers the basic income tax concepts relevant to individual taxpayers,
and "how to" apply those principles. The course deals with the basic income tax provisions
of the Internal Revenue Code, with a particular focus on provisions that affect the
tax liabilities of individual taxpayers as opposed to corporations. They should be
able to explain how the current federal individual income taxation evolved and developed.
Students will prepare tax returns that includes Schedules A, B, C, D, and E as well
as other schedules and forms that are required to complete individual income tax returns
both manually and using tax software. Issues that put tax practitioners at odds with
clients will be discussed, guided by the ethical parameters established by the various
standards, codes of conduct, and Treasury Department Circulars. Problem solving skills
will be emphasized by examining real world applications and situations. The materials presented in this course focus on preparers perspective so that students
develop understanding of the mechanical operation as well as the intellectual aspects
of individual income tax preparation. As a writing intensive course, this course will
also prepare the students to properly create, revise, and document communications
required in the business world. These communications will typically be prepared in
a memo format, and will require proper documentation of all sources. The ability to
communicate through an appropriate business memo will be taught through lecture as
well as numerous opportunities to revise and correct graded work. Because of the documentation
requirements, the students will also develop tax research skills. The research skills
will extend to cover topical tax assignment, code-based research questions, and policy
(legal precedence) research projects. The focus of the memo writing assignments is
to develop the ability to communicate information to decision making personnel regardless
of their accounting expertise. This course is required for accounting majors and particularly
relevant for those interested to work in the public accounting sector. The course
develops on materials covered in introductory financial and intermediate accounting
courses. It provides the foundation for those who are planning to take upper level
accounting courses including advanced accounting and corporate and partnership taxation
courses. Prerequisites: ACCT 214 and ACCT 215 As an Accounting student at the Palumbo-Donahue School of Business, there are several
awards and scholarships that may be available to you. The accounting faculty strongly
encourages you to apply for as many of these awards and scholarships as you are qualified.Curriculum and Course Descriptions
Accounting Minor
ACCT 312 - Intermediate Accounting II
ACCT 314 - Advanced Accounting
ACCT 310 - Accounting Information Systems OR ACCT 315 - Cost Accounting
Students are encouraged to meet with their Student Success Coach for specific information.
IIA-Certified
Accounting Awards and Scholarships
Accounting Mentorships
Foundation Courses
All three courses are required
- Introduction to Supply Chain Management (SCM)
- Introduction to SCM Information Systems
- Business Analytics for Decision Making
Signature Courses
Select two courses
- Supply Chain Process Improvement
- Forecasting and Demand Management
- Managing Inventory in the Supply Chain
- Supply Management
- Global Fulfillment-Transportation and Distribution
- Sustainable Supply Chains
Accounting Honors Institute
If you have any questions about merit funding or the competitiveness of your application, please contact Chris%20Rouhier, Sr. Director of Recruitment and Admissions