Accounting Bachelor's Degree | Northern State University in South Dakota

Accountants play a strategic and increasingly crucial role in every industry.

With its experiential learning style, Northern offers a curriculum that blends academic preparation and real-world application. As accounting majors, students will explore the intricacies of financial management, auditing, taxation, data analysis, and much more.

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Offered On Campus and Online

120 Credit Hours

Estimated Time to Complete: Four Years

About the Program

The Bachelor of Science in Accounting Major at NSU is a dynamic and comprehensive program tailored to prepare students for successful careers in the field of accounting. Our curriculum offers a solid foundation in accounting principles, financial management, and regulatory compliance, ensuring that graduates are well-equipped to excel in a variety of professional roles.

Led by a team of experienced faculty who are both experts in their field and committed educators, students in our program benefit from practical, real-world learning experience. We place a strong emphasis on ethics and integrity, instilling in our students the values and principles that are integral to responsible financial decision-making.

With cutting-edge technology integrated into our curriculum, students gain hands-on experience with the tools and software commonly used in the accounting industry. Graduates of our program have a global perspective on accounting practices, making them competitive in today's international business landscape. Whether you aspire to become a Certified Public Accountant (CPA) or pursue a career in corporate finance, government, or nonprofit, our program paves the way for a successful future in the world of accounting.

Sample Coursework

Intermediate Accounting

Cost Accounting

Auditing

Advanced Income Tax Accounting

Accounting Theory

Financial Statement Analysis

Accounting Systems

Non-Profit Accounting

Related Minors

Accounting Minor

Agricultural Business Minor

Banking and Financial Services Minor

Business Minor

Economics Minor

Management Information Systems Minor

Marketing Minor

Sport Management Minor

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Accelerated Program

Attending Northern will lead you directly to your Certified Public Accountancy (CPA) exam! You’ll start in our undergraduate accounting degree program, developing the critical thinking and analytical skills needed to manage financial transactions and prepare financial reports - and use those reports to make positive, real-world business decisions. After earning your accounting degree at Northern, you can complete our master’s degree in accounting analytics in just one year! You’ll gain a competitive edge in the high-demand field of analytics - essential in the data-driven business climate. Plus, both programs are available online and on campus! One college, five years - that's all it takes to enter your dream career.

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