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The Program

 

The Major
The Major Sequence
The Minor Sequence
The CPA Exam

 

 

The Major

Accountancy is the study of the means used to communicate financial and economic information to decision makers. The curriculum concentrates on developing a strong understanding of the rationale behind and implications of the accounting treatment afforded various economic transactions. Additionally, the student is introduced to the various tools used by the accounting professional. The program's objective is to enable the student to adapt the knowledge and skills developed through the study of accounting to new situations encountered in a dynamic business environment. The curriculum includes a variety of learning experiences including case analyses, computer labs and assignments, team projects, oral presentations, internships, and research projects utilizing both manual and electronic resources.

The Accountancy Program prepares graduates to pursue careers as certified public accountants, private accountants, financial managers, financial analysts, internal auditors, certified management accountants, and government auditors. Graduates are also prepared for advanced study in the fields of law or business. Students who minor in accountancy augment other majors with knowledge and skills that are transferable to a wide variety of careers.

 

 

The Major Sequence

Freshman

First

  

Semester

cr. hrs.
DWC 101 Devel of Western Civilization 5
MTH 107 Math for Business Analysis I * 3
ECN 101 Principles of Economics: Micro 3
ACC 101 Intro to Accounting I w/lab 3

Second

 Semester cr. hrs.
DWC 102 Devel of Western Civilization 5
MTH 108 Math for Business Analysis II * 3
ECN 102 Principles of Economics: Macro 3
ACC 102 Intro to Accounting II w/lab 3
 

*Math 109–110 Calculus is recommended in lieu of Math 107–108 for students with suitable math aptitude.

Sophomore

First

  

Semester

cr. hrs.
DWC 201 Devel of Western Civilization 5
ACC 201 Intermediate Accounting I 3
MGT 209 Business Statistics 3
Natural Science Requirement 3

Second

 Semester cr. hrs.
DWC 202 Devel of Western Civilization 5
ACC 202 Intermediate Accounting II 3
FIN 207 Managerial Finance 3
Natural Science Requirement 3

Junior

First

  

Semester

cr. hrs.
ACC 301 Cost Accounting 3
ACC 305 Advanced Accounting 3
Fine Arts Elective 3
PHL Philosophy Requirement 3
Non–Departmental Elective 3

Second

 Semester cr. hrs.
ACC 350 Accounting Information Systems 3
ACC 406 Taxes and Business Decisions 3
PHL Philosophy Elective 3
THL Theology Elective 3
Non–Departmental Elective 3

 

Senior

First

  

Semester

cr. hrs.
ACC 412 Auditing 3
MGT 319 Legal Environment of Business 3
THL Theology Requirement 3
Non–Departmental Elective 3
Free Elective 3

Second

 Semester cr. hrs.
ACC 470 Accounting Policy 3
Free Elective 3
Free Elective 3
Free Elective 3
Free Elective 3 


      

        

        

          

            

      
The Minor
 
      
      Sequence


      Required Courses: 
      
    
        
  1. ACC 101–102 Introductory Accounting I & II – 2 semesters, 3 
        credits each
        
  2. ACC 201–202 Intermediate Accounting I & II – 2 semesters, 3 
        credits each
        
  3. One (1) of the following from each category:

      

        
    
          
  1. ACC 301 Cost Accounting – 1 semester, 3 credits
    ACC 302 
          Managerial Accounting – 1 semester, 3 credits
          
  2. ACC 401 Federal Income Taxes – 1 semester, 3 credits
    ACC 406 
          Taxes and Business Decisions – 1 semester, 3 credit 

      

      
    
        
  1. An elective in accounting numbered 200 or higher
    2. 
      

      The 
      department recommends that students entering the minor have a QPA of at 
      least 2.0.
 
            		
          

        

        

      

 
 

      

        

        

          

            
              
The
              CPA Exam

              
Requirements to sit for the Uniform
               Certified Public Accountant (CPA) 
      exam vary by state. Certain states require specific electives and/or 
      additional courses beyond the major requirements stated above. Other 
      states require CPA candidates to have completed 150 hours of education 
      prior to sitting for the CPA exam. Providence College offers a  Master of 
      Business Administration program that provides an opportunity for the 
      student to fulfill the 150 hours education requirement. Students are 
      advised to contact the  appropriate state Board of Accountancy for specific 
      requirements and consult with their advisor to develop a plan to meet 
      those requirements.


            		
          

        

        

      





      
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