Earn your BBA from one of the best accounting schools

Bachelor of Business Administration - Accounting (120 credits)

Gain accounting knowledge and know-how while learning key accounting principles in the bachelor of accounting program at 窪蹋勛圖厙 one of only eight schools granted special accounting accreditation by the IACBE. 窪蹋勛圖厙s BBA accounting program is uniquely focused on technical skills and theory, and is aligned with CPA, CFE and CMA exams and more.

窪蹋勛圖厙s special IACBE accounting accreditation lets you know youre choosing one of the best accounting schools in the nation one that will prepare you for a successful career in accounting. In fact, our BBA accounting qualifies for our Employment Guarantee.

Earn your accounting online degree through 窪蹋勛圖厙s innovative Global Campus or earn your BBA accounting on our campuses in Warren, Grand RapidsKalamazoo and Lansing. No matter which option you choose, youll have small classes taught by caring and invested accounting faculty who have real-world CPA experience with the worlds big four accounting firms. 

How to become an accountant 

As you explore how to become an accountant, its important to know that earning a bachelor in accounting is considered the minimum requirement to becoming a Certified Public Accountant (CPA). With the BBA accounting at 窪蹋勛圖厙, youll be well-prepared not only for the CPA exam but for the Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE) and Certified Management Accountant (CMA) exams as well. Through your courses, internships, access to the and Business Professionals of America (BPA) competitions, youll gain real accounting experience that prepares you to work in public, private or government accounting.   

Explore classes for 窪蹋勛圖厙s bachelor of accounting

Master accounting principles through strong foundational courses delivered through 窪蹋勛圖厙s accounting online degree or in-person bachelor of accounting. The curriculum for the bachelor degree of accounting uniquely focuses on technical skills and theory and aligns with CPA, CFE and CMA exam prep. 

Which class should I take? When should I take it?

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Strengthen your 窪蹋勛圖厙 bachelor in accounting by choosing one of two specialties: Management accounting or professional accountancy
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The accounting online degree is 100% online or earn your BBA accounting face-to-face on one of six 窪蹋勛圖厙 campuses

Why study accounting principles at 窪蹋勛圖厙?

Through 窪蹋勛圖厙s bachelor degree of accounting, youll learn to prepare financial statements and use accounting standards and information as a decision-making tool. Youll learn from passionate accounting faculty who will guide and mentor you throughout your bachelor of accounting program and into your career in accounting. 

Experience the 窪蹋勛圖厙 difference:

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Prep for CPA & more

Attract better jobs and higher pay with a bachelor in accounting that prepares for CPA, CFE and CMA plus CGFM, CFM & CIA exams.

 

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Credit for QuickBooks

If youve earned certification in QuickBooks you can transfer in credit for Accounting 220: Accounting Information Technology.  

 

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Be of service

Gain hands-on experience and be of service, too, by completing free income tax assistance for low-income families through VITA.

 

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Real-world experience

Receive professional accountancy experience in various fields of accounting by completing the BBA accounting internship course. 

 

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5-year bachelors/masters

Through 窪蹋勛圖厙s honors accounting program you can earn your bachelors and masters in accounting in just five years.  

 

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Excel in your career

Hone the skills you need to excel in a career as a tax accountant, auditor, CPA and more through the 窪蹋勛圖厙 BBA accounting. 

 

The bachelor in accounting program at 窪蹋勛圖厙 is exceptional. The professors truly invest in students and take the time to develop relationships with them. They work tirelessly to ensure students receive the help they need to succeed. 

-Jordyn Skinner, BBA Accounting, 2020

Accountant, West Walker Steel

Get started on your bachelor of accounting

Explore the admissions requirements and then take the next step toward earning your bachelor degree of accounting.   

Talk to an admissions advisor

窪蹋勛圖厙s admissions team is here to answer your questions. Please call us at 800.686.1600 or email us at info@davenport.edu.

Apply now or request more information

Start on the road to your career in accounting.  or begin your application now.

窪蹋勛圖厙 programs related to the accounting program

Accounting Skills Certificate

BBA in Accounting Fraud Investigation

Master of Accountancy

Additional resources

Some programs require a student to complete a portion of their degree plan off-campus. 
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窪蹋勛圖厙 Employment Guarantee, Feb. 2024