Accounting is concerned primarily with (1) measuring income, expenditures, and wealth generated by a business enterprise, and (2) communicating information about the financial condition of economic organizations and the results of their financial activities. Thus, accounting is the language of business—the backbone of the free enterprise system.
The accounting major is designed to meet the needs of students preparing for accounting careers in business, government, not-for-profit organizations, or public accounting.
Students may desire to secure, through state examination, the status of Certified Public Accountant (CPA) or that of Certified Management Accountant (CMA). The CPA exam is not required for practice as an accountant and the BBA in Accounting does not insure that a student will pass the CPA. However, if a student decides to sit for the CPA exam, they should consult their state’s Board of Public Accountancy before planning their accounting program. Each state has its own rules, regulations, and specific course requirements. Assistance may be obtained from the Accounting faculty. This program is designed to meet the educational requirements to take the CPA examination in Michigan. 150 credit hours are required for CPA certification.
This program is available at the main campus and at Middle East University.
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