Learn the art of accounting on Maine’s coast
Imagine yourself as a key figure in any business’s critical decision-making. A 911±¬ÁÏÍøºìÁì½í Accounting degree prepares you for a profession that has evolved to require a broader and deeper skill set. Our curriculum adheres to the brand-new standards set by the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants (AICPA) and the National Association of State Boards of Accountancy (NASBA) to position you to keep pace with new technologies, master modern techniques, and succeed on your licensing exam.
You’ll be able to assess financial performance using current data analytics tools, prepare key financial reports, evaluate internal control systems, and prepare business audits in compliance with regulatory guidelines.
Why 911±¬ÁÏÍøºìÁì½í for your degree in accounting
As a 911±¬ÁÏÍøºìÁì½í Accounting major, you’ll be well prepared for your CPA exam, through a curriculum that follows the new standards of the AICPA and NASBA.
- Aligned to 2024 CPA licensure exam changes
- Earn Excel Expert certification
- Access to immersive internships with regional businesses
- Learn communication and professionalism skills for today’s workplace
- Access to latest tax and accounting software and technology
- Supportive professors with real-world experience
- 911±¬ÁÏÍøºìÁì½í is Maine’s #1 college for getting a job after graduation (Zippia 2023)
- Regional demand for accountants is high — 24% above the national average
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What will you study? Accounting degree curriculum overview
The 911±¬ÁÏÍøºìÁì½í Accounting curriculum is comprehensive, yet flexible enough to allow for a minor or double major. The following are some of the key courses offered within the Accounting degree program:
- Excel Expert Certification
- Innovation Through Technology
- Accounting Information Systems
- Data Analytics in Accounting
- Taxation for Individuals and Entities
- Auditing and Accounting Internship
Curriculum
| Nor’easter Core Requirements | Credits |
|---|---|
| Total Credits | 40 |
| COB Foundation Courses | Credits |
|---|---|
| BUEC 203 – Macroeconomics | 3 – Fulfills Power Knowledge & Justice - Social Science Core |
| BUEC 204 – Microeconomics | 3 – Fulfills Power Knowledge & Justice - Open Core |
| BUMG 120 – Innovation Through Technology | 3 – Fulfills Creativity and the Arts Core |
| MAT 120 – Statistics or MAT 150 – Statistics for Life Sciences or MAT 151 – Statistics for Environmental Sciences | 3 – Fulfills Quantitative Reasoning Core |
| Total Credits | 12 |
| Other COB Foundation Courses | Credits |
|---|---|
| BUAC 201 – Financial Accounting | 3 |
| BUFI 315 – Business Finance | 3 |
| BUMG 200 – Management | 3 |
| BUMG 325 – Legal Environment of Business | 3 |
| BUMG 495A – Internship/Experiential | 3 |
| BUMG 498 – Strategic Management | 3 |
| BUMK 200 – Marketing | 3 |
| Total Credits | 21 |
| Accounting Major Required Courses | Credits |
|---|---|
| BUAC 303 – Managerial Accounting | 3 |
| BUAC 305 – Excel Expert Certification | 3 |
| BUAC 310 – Intermediate Accounting I (INT) | 3 |
| BUAC 315 – Intermediate Accounting II (INT) | 3 |
| BUAC 320 – Auditing Principles (AUD) | 3 |
| BUAC 330 – Tax for Individuals and Entities (TAX) | 3 |
| BUAC 340 – Accounting Information Systems (AIS) | 3 |
| BUAC 400 – Accounting Seminar | 3 |
| BUAC 420 – Data Analytics (Accounting) (DAA) | 3 |
| BUFI 205 – Intro Data Analysis or DSC 225 – Computer Programming I | 3 |
| BUMG 101 – Introduction to Business/Excel | 3 |
| Nine (9) Credits of 300- and/or 400-level Electives with the Prefix BUAC | 9 |
| Total Credits | 42 |
| Open Elective Courses (as needed to reach 120 credits) | Variable |
| Minimum Total Required Credits | 120 |
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Please note: While some courses can fulfill both core and program requirements, the credits earned do not count twice towards the minimum total required credits for the degree.
Optional Business Analysis and Reporting focus area through the following electives: BUAC 410 – Advanced Accounting (3 credits); BUAC 430 – Government/Not-for-profit Accounting (3 credits); BUAC 440 – Intermediate Managerial Acct/Data Analytics (3 credits).
For more information, see the Academic Catalog.
Career Paths for Accounting Majors
With the knowledge you gain from your accounting degree coursework, you will be up to date with the AICPA guidelines as well as the latest tax and accounting software, making you well prepared to enter this much-needed profession.
Our graduates have access to careers in many exciting fields, including:
- Financial Analyst
- Auditor
- Controller
- Public Accountant
- Governmental/Nonprofit Accountant
- Tax/Financial Advisor
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Accounting Careers by the Numbers
There is a dramatic need for accountants across the country, and availability of accounting jobs in New England is even higher at 24% above the national average, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics (2023).
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About the Accounting Minor
Our minor in Accounting is a great complement to many majors. You’ll gain the foundational skills to help manage finances for virtually any type of organization, in any industry. Courses for the minor include:
- Financial Accounting
- Managerial Accounting
- Intermediate Accounting
- Auditing Principles
- Tax for Individuals and Entities
The Accounting minor is available beginning in fall 2024 for those who started at 911±¬ÁÏÍøºìÁì½í as first-year students in fall 2023 (class of 2027) and later.
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Accounting Degree FAQ
What is an accounting degree?
An accounting degree provides comprehensive education in financial record-keeping, reporting, and auditing principles and practices. It prepares graduates for professional certifications like Certified Public Accountant (CPA) and careers as accountants, auditors, financial analysts, and roles in finance and business management.
The Accounting curriculum at 911±¬ÁÏÍøºìÁì½í in Maine adheres to new standards set by the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants and the National Association of State Boards of Accountancy. This positions you to keep pace with new technologies, master modern techniques, and succeed on your licensing exam.
You'll learn to assess financial performance using current data analytics tools, prepare key financial reports, evaluate internal control systems and conduct business audits in compliance with regulatory guidelines. The Accounting major provides skills for careers in public or private accounting, or for pursuing an advanced degree focused on research.
What degree do you need to become an accountant?
To become an accountant, a bachelor’s degree in Accounting or a related field like finance or business administration with an accounting concentration is typically required. This foundational education covers financial principles, accounting practices, auditing, tax law and prepares graduates for entry-level roles.
With ±«±··¡â€™s Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, you'll be well prepared for your Certified Public Accountant exam, through a curriculum that follows the new standards of the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants, and the National Association of State Boards of Accountancy.
In addition to a bachelor’s degree, 911±¬ÁÏÍøºìÁì½í offers a minor in accounting which is a great complement to many majors. You’ll gain the foundational skills to help manage finances for virtually any type of organization, in any industry.
Courses for the minor include:
- Financial Accounting
- Managerial Accounting
- Intermediate Accounting
- Auditing Principles
- Tax for Indi