Accounting Professional Studies Division

Accounting, B.S. Program Information Program Features Program Benefits Program Outcomes Articulation Agreements Academic Requirements Sample Program

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B.S. in Accounting

The accounting curriculum prepares students for careers in public, private, and governmental accounting. Also a student possessing a business degree with a major in accounting has acquired skills beneficial to other business careers. This degree is offered through day and evening classes.

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Program Features

• The curriculum and course content have been structured to prepare students for the New York State Certified Public Accountants' examination.
• The program is approved by the State of New York and fulfills the State's education requirements to become a certified public accountant.
• The program exceeds the academic standards for accounting programs set by the American Institute for Certified Public Accountants (AICPA) and the Institute of Certified Management Accountants (ICMA).
• Students may minor in other business areas such as management information systems, financial management, and sport administration as well as minor in non-business subject areas such as psychology, marine science, and the arts.
• Faculty are practicing accountants who inject "real world" relevance into the required readings, lectures, and case studies.
• Academic and career advisement is provided by the accounting faculty who know the students in the major and who realistically and effectively advise students in matters of course selection, career options, work-study, and job placement.
• Opportunities for career-relevant work experience through the College's Cooperative Education and Internships programs, the Small Business Institute, and Volunteers in Tax Assistance.
• Course scheduling accommodates both full and part-time students with accounting courses offered during the day, evenings, and weekends.
• A full summer schedule allows students to study year round and to complete their degree program in less time.

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Program Benefits

• Students are thoroughly prepared and have the confidence to sit for the New York State Certified Public Accountants' examination.
• Students integrate classroom learning with job experience (through cooperative education) and can also determine if they wish to pursue a career in accountancy (public, private, or government sector).
• Students create a network of contacts in the field of accountancy with the assistance of the accounting faculty and College alumni.
• Students receive a comprehensive business education and acquire skills beneficial to other business careers.

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Program Outcomes

• Graduates have the opportunity to interview with the "Big Three" accounting firms (as well as smaller accounting agencies and none-accounting firms) and may receive fairly lucrative offers.
• Graduates participating in the Co- operative Education program typically receive job offers from their employers.
• Graduates who opt for graduate school in business and/or accountancy are thoroughly prepared to further their education.

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Articulation or Credit Agreements with High Schools and Colleges

• Accelerated College Entrance courses with several New York State high schools.
• Nassau and Suffolk Community Colleges
• Dover Technical School