Accounting, B.S.

Program Introduction

This degree offers a balanced theoretical and applied approach to studying a broad range of business and accounting disciplines. This includes marketing, finance, law, operations, and strategy. Following a study of the primary accounting disciplines of financial, managerial, audit, information systems, and tax, students can engage in a more specialized study of internal audit, management accounting, tax, or public accounting/graduate school. Students also develop essential business skills in communication, critical thinking, team building, and computer applications. Total Program Credits: 120

 

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500+ Students in the Program

Our accounting program is an IMA Endorsed Program. This means that curriculum in the accounting degree meets rigorous standards to successfully prepare students for the CMA exam.

Meet the firms event

Annual Meet the Firms recruiting event sponsored by Beta Alpha Psi, Mu Pi Chapter at UVU’s Woodbury School of Business.

Each year, the Woodbury School of Business Accounting Department hosts a “Meet the Firms” event to provide an opportunity for accounting students and employers to meet. Utah’s top accounting firms attend the event each year to discuss internships and full-time job opportunities.

Program Learning Outcomes

Goal 1Apply professional standards and regulations appropriately.

Students will be able to:

Objective 1 - Demonstrate proficiency in core generally accepted accounting principles (intermediate accounting)

Objective 2 - Demonstrate proficiency in core generally accepted auditing standards (audit)

Objective 3 - Demonstrate proficiency in core tax regulations (tax)

Goal 2Analyze data to make informed decisions.

Students will be able to: 

Objective 1 - Organize data to product quality information (AIS)

Objective 2 - Analyze accounting information to product informed recommendations (cost accounting)

Objective 3 - Evaluate information and make informed decisions

Student Testimonial

Embarking on your educational journey can be both exhilarating and daunting. Our dedicated advisors at the Woodbury School of Business are here to guide you every step of the way, ensuring that you not only navigate through challenges but thrive in your pursuit of knowledge and success
- Polly Clauson
Director, Academic Advising, Woodbury School of Business
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#19

of the 100 Top Most Affordable

Accounting Programs in the Nation

(University HQ)

 

Economic Data

100%

Of our accounting graduates work within their degree field

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Top Employers of our Students BDO, Eide Bailey, Ernst & Young, doTERRA


33%

Of accounting internships were completed by First Gen Students

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Median Salary for Utah: $64,100

 

Graduation Plan

Semester 1

Credit Hours

Course Title

3

ENGL 1010/ENGH 1005

Introduction to Academic Writing/Literacy and Composition

3

MATH 1050/AMATH 1055/MATH 1090

College Algebra/College Algebra with Preliminaries/College Algebra for Business

2

HLTH 1100/PES 1097

Pers health & wellness/Fit for Life

3

PHYSICAL SCIENCE

Distribution List

3

American Institutions

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1

General Electives

Any class numbered 1000 or higher

 

Notes:Milestone courses (pre-requisites for a course in one of the subsequent semesters) are marked in red and italicized.

Semester Total:

15

Semester 2

Credit Hours

Course Title

3

ENGL 2010

Intermediate Writing-Academic Writing & Research

3

MATH 1100/MGMT 2240

Intro. to Calculus or Business Calculus

3

BIOLOGY

Distribution List

3

FINE ART

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3

HUMANITIES

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Notes:Milestone courses (pre-requisites for a course in one of the subsequent semesters) are marked in red and italicized.

Semester Total:

15

Accreditation Details

Our accounting program is IMA® (Institute of ManagementAccountants) endorsed!

UVU's Accounting program provides the rigorous curriculum needed for students to prepare for the CMA exam and successful careers in management accounting.

What IMA® endorsed means to accounting students

CMA Certification

  • Curriculum reviewed to ensure comprehensive coverage of CMA exam topics
  • Students can take the CMA exam while still in school and stand out as they graduate

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Career Readiness

  • Preparation for careers in management accounting
  • Opportunity to apply for the IMA Student Leadership Experience program

Will a UVU Accounting degree meet the educational requirements for the professional credential in the state or US territory you might choose to live during or after completing your UVU degree? Visit the UVU Professional Licensure website to learn more!

facutly Testimonial

Embarking on your educational journey can be both exhilarating and daunting. Our dedicated advisors at the Woodbury School of Business are here to guide you every step of the way, ensuring that you not only navigate through challenges but thrive in your pursuit of knowledge and success
- Polly Clauson
Director, Academic Advising, Woodbury School of Business
Professor in classroom