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Accounting
Accounting is more than just crunching numbers—it’s the language of business and a powerful tool for shaping financial success. At Bradley, you’ll gain expertise in auditing, taxation, financial systems, and ethical decision-making, preparing you to guide businesses of all sizes toward stability and growth.
Our program sets you up for success by preparing you for key certification exams and offers a seamless path to a one-year master’s degree, helping you earn your Certified Public Accountant (CPA) license.
Experiential Learning
- Mentorship from a faculty advisor
- Internships and professional experiences
- Student organizations where you can work with classmates and network
- Networking with Beta Alpha Psi Accounting Honor Society
Program Details
Required Courses – 35 hrs.
- ATG 201: Accounting Principles—Accounting Techniques (1 hr.)
- ATG 268: Business Ethics (3 hrs.)
- ATG 290: Accounting Careers Exploration (1 hr.)
- ATG 301: Intermediate Accounting I (3 hrs.)
- ATG 302: Intermediate Accounting II (3 hrs.)
- ATG 314: Cost Accounting (3 hrs.)
- ATG 383: Accounting Systems and Control (3 hrs.)
- ATG 401: Advanced Accounting I (3 hrs.)
- ATG 447: Internal Auditing (3 hrs.)
- ATG 457: Auditing (3 hrs.)
- ATG 470: Data Analytics for Accounting (2 hrs.)
- ATG 471: Advanced Accounting Techniques (1 hr.)
- ATG 477: Federal Taxes I (3 hrs.)
- ATG 478: Federal Taxes II (3 hrs.)
Additional Requirements
- ENG 306: Business Communications (3 hrs. | fulfills W2 Core Curriculum)
- A minimum of 9 semester hours of upper-level accounting course work in residence.
Career Opportunities
- Auditor
- Tax consultant
- General accountant
- Controller
- Treasurer
Minors
The accounting minor is open to all undergraduate students. Since accounting is the language of business, this minor will provide you with specialized skills in how to prepare and use financial information. It will not only enhance your decision-making abilities, it will also expand your career options.