Accounting, BS
Department of Accounting
Program Overview
Accounting, BS
The Bachelor of Science in Accounting gives you the skills to succeed in business and finance. You will gain real-world experience and prepare for the CPA exam, opening doors to jobs in accounting, banking, and business management.
HEGIS Code: 0502.00
NYSED Program Code: 02292 – ACCT-BS
Major
Description
The Accounting program helps you master the language of business. You’ll study financial reporting, taxes, auditing, and business law while developing critical thinking and leadership skills. Whether your goal is to work at a major firm, start your own business, or continue to graduate school, this program gives you a strong foundation to build a successful career in today’s fast-paced business world. Key areas of study include:
- Financial Accounting: Principles, intermediate, and advanced concepts.
- Taxation: Federal Taxation I and II.
- Auditing and Fraud: Auditing and Fraud Examination.
- Managerial Accounting: Cost Accounting I and II.
- Business Law and Finance: Courses in the legal environment of business, business law, and corporate finance.
- Technology: Internet and emerging technologies, and contemporary computer applications.
This program helps you graduate with great business smarts and the technical skills you need to become a successful professional accountant.
Student
Learning Outcomes
Upon completion of this program, students will be able to:
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Apply accounting principles and frameworks to business decisions. -
Analyze financial statements and accounting data for accuracy and compliance. -
Use relevant technology to solve accounting and auditing problems. -
Demonstrate ethical reasoning and professional behavior. -
Communicate effectively in written and oral forms.
Major
Requirements
As part of your degree, you must fulfill the CUNY Pathways general education requirements, which consist of the Common Core (Required and Flexible) and the Medgar Evers College Option. These courses provide the essential quantitative, scientific, and socio-cultural literacy that complements your technical training. You can explore the full breakdown of these foundational credits through the CUNY General Education Core Requirements and view our specific Accounting, B.S. Degree Map to see how they fit into your four-year plan.
The major requires a minimum GPA of 2.0 and a minimum grade of C in all courses within the major, totaling at least 78 credits.
- Required Core Courses (18 Courses):
- Accounting: ACCT 217, ACCT 227, ACCT 311, ACCT 312, ACCT 367, ACCT 402, ACCT 406, ACCT 407, ACCT 408, ACCT 473, ACCT 477, ACCT 479, ACCT 480.
- General Business: CIS 211, CIS 261, ECON 212, ECON 213, FIN 250, FIN 325, LAW 208, LAW 211, MAN 200, MAR 231, MTH 213.
- Required Electives (3 Courses):
- ACCT 401 (Internship and Accounting Software)
- ACCT 467 (Cost Accounting II)
- ACCT 470 (Enrolled Agent)
- Open Electives: Earn at least 3 credits of Open Free Electives.
Degree Map
A Degree Map (or Academic Pathway/Plan) is an advising tool that outlines a suggested sequence of courses to complete the B.S. in Accounting degree in a timely and efficient manner, often over four years (eight semesters).
Have Questions? We’re Here to Help
If you have questions regarding the Department of Accounting or need assistance navigating the application process, please reach out to our department office.
Chairperson: Paul Cox | pcox@mec.cuny.edu
Phone: 718 270-4898 Fax: 718 270-5181
Location: 1650 Bedford Avenue, B-2032 T