Accounting Degree Map
The degree map is a term-by-term sample course schedule to make it easier for you to understand how to graduate in four year as an Accounting major. The actual sequence of courses may differ for each student. Please consult with your advisor about the best path for you.
Credits to Graduate with a BBA in Accounting
123
A Bachelor in Business Administration in Accounting requires 123 credits to complete. With 5 classes a semester, this puts you on track to graduate in 4 years. A minimum gpa of 2.3 is required.
Credits for Major in Accounting
86
To qualify as a major, 86 credits are required. Adelphi’s program enables you to complete the 150 credit hrs required to obtain your NYS license. Additionally, on-campus CPA prep classes are offered.
General Education Credits Required for a BBA in Accounting
30
To satisfy the general education requirements, 30 credits are required. However, some courses may fulfill both major and general education requirements. Be sure to discuss your courses with your advisor.
First Year
| Course | Credits |
|---|---|
| BFD 0213-101 Willumstad Winning Edge Foundations BBA Accounting Requirement |
0 credits |
| BUS 0204-162 Business & Society BBA Accounting/General Education Requirement |
3 credits |
| ACC 0201-101 Accounting I BBA Accounting Requirement |
3 credits |
| ECA 0203-111 Price System BBA Accounting/General Education Requirement |
3 credits |
| ENG 0122-107 Art & Craft of Writing General Education Requirement |
3 credits |
| FYS 0952-110 First Year Seminar General Education Requirement |
4 credits |
| 16 credits |
| Course | Credits |
|---|---|
| MGT 0210-262 Art, Science & Practice of Mgmt BBA Accounting/General Education Requirement |
3 credits |
| ACC 0201-102 Accounting II BBA Accounting Requirement |
3 credits |
| ECA 0203-112 National Economy BBA Accounting Requirement |
3 credits |
| Humanities Elective 1 of 2 courses General Education Requirement |
3 credits |
| Natural Science Elective Select 1 course General Education Requirement |
3 credits |
| 15 credits |
- If you live on campus, join your Residential Hall Council
- Attend Spirit Weekend! Enjoy the annual celebration of Adelphi Pride with your family.
- Attend at least 2 Accounting society meetings to explore the organizations and join!
- Ask professors for help if necessary and stay up to date with the courses.
Second Year
| Course | Credits |
|---|---|
| ACC 0201-203 Cost Accounting BBA Accounting Requirement |
3 credits |
| ACC 0201-201 Intermediate Accounting BBA Accounting Requirement |
3 credits |
| DSC 0207-271 Info Tech & Applications BBA Accounting Requirement |
4 credits |
| MTH 0144-110 Pre-Calculus BBA Accounting/General Education Requirement |
3 credits |
| SPE 0876-110/112 Select 1 course from above BBA Accounting/General Education Requirement |
3 credits |
| 16 credits |
| Course | Credits |
|---|---|
| BUS 0204-267 Business Communications BBA Accounting/General Education Requirement |
3 credits |
| ACC 0201-202 Intermediate Accounting II BBA Accounting Requirement |
3 credits |
| DSC 0207-272 Analytical & Stat Modeling BS Finance Requirement |
4 credits |
| Liberal Arts Elective BBA Accounting Requirement |
3 credits |
| Humanities & Global Awareness Elective Select 1 course that meets both requirements General Education Requirement |
3 credits |
| 16 cr |
- If you live on campus, run for the Executive Board of the Residential Student Association
- Join APICs AU to learn more about supply chains, management, financing, mentoring, and more.
- Explore the Mindfullness and Meditation Center in the University Center to help balance out your life and learn helful tips to cope with college stressors.
- Join one of the Student Business Organizations (i.e. Accounting Society). Apply for a summer internship through the Jaggar Community Fellows Program.
Third Year
| Course | Credits |
|---|---|
| BFD 0213-102 Advanced Edge BBA Accounting Requirement |
0 credits |
| ACC 0201-303 Principles of Auditing BBA Accounting Requirement |
3 credits |
| MKT 0212-280 Marketing BBA Accounting Requirement |
3 credits |
| BUS 0204-250 Business Law I BBA Accounting Requirement |
3 credits |
| FIN 0209-330 Managerial Finance BBA Accounting Requirement |
3 credits |
| BUS 0204-495 Internship BBA Accounting Recommendation |
3 credits |
| 15 credits |
| Course | Credits |
|---|---|
| ECA 0203-251 Money & Banking BBA Accounting Requirement |
3 credits |
| MGT 0210-366 Organizational Behavior BBA Accounting Requirement |
3 credits |
| BUS 0204-251¹ Business Law II BBA Accounting Requirement |
3 credits |
| BUS 0204-341 International Business BBA Accounting/General Education Requirement |
3 credits |
| Art Elective with Information Literacy (Suggest 0196-243 Off the Record Power in Popular Music) 1 of 2 courses General Education Requirement |
3 credits |
| 15 credits |
¹Students who wish to sit for CPA in NYS should take these courses.
- If you live on campus, apply to be an Resident Assistant
- Time to take a bigger role. Run for an executive board position in an organization you are apart of.
- Apply to be a Peer Assistant Leader (PAL) or FCAP leader.
- Find internships on Handshake or through your academic department, and prepare your resume.
Fourth Year
| Course | Credits |
|---|---|
| ACC 0201-405³ Auditing & Acc Information Sys BBA Accounting Requirement |
3 credits |
| ACC 0201-401 Federal Income Tax I BBA Accounting Requirement |
3 credits |
| DSC 0207-373 Mgmt of Production/Operations BBA Accounting Requirement |
3 credits |
| Art Elective 2 of 2 courses General Education Requirement |
3 credits |
| Liberal Arts Elective | 3 credits |
| 15 credits |
¹Students who wish to sit for CPA in NYS should take these courses.
³Only one of these courses (405 & 406) are required. Students can opt to take one and a general elective in place of the other.
| Course | Credits |
|---|---|
| ACC 0201-406¹ ³ Gov’t & Non-Profit Acct BBA Accounting Requirement |
3 credits |
| ACC 0201-402¹ Federal Income Tax II BBA Accounting Requirement |
3 credits |
| ACC 0201-403 Advanced Accounting BBA Accounting Requirement |
3 credits |
| BUS 0204-468 Business Policy & Strategy BBA Accounting Requirement |
3 credits |
| Liberal Arts Elective (Suggest for 4+1 program DSC 0207-478² Mgmt Information Systems ) BBA Accounting Recommendation |
3 credits |
| 15 credits |
¹Students who wish to sit for CPA in NYS should take these courses.
²Students can take a general elective instead of suggested course
³Only one of these courses (405 & 406) are required. Students can opt to take one and a general elective in place of the other.
- If you have lived on campus, apply for the National Residence Hall Honorary
- Join an honorary society in an area of interest. From transfer societies, service societies, and more, there is a place to ecognize your great achievements!
- You made it! Time to celebrate by attending Senior Week Events.
- Sign up for the Leadership Certificate Program. Build your Linkedin profile and meet with the Center for Career and Professional Development to get ideas on conducting a job search.
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