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

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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