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Academic Catalog 2020-2021 
    
Academic Catalog 2020-2021 [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

Accounting, BAccy


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Major Requirements: 90 Credits


Faculty

The degree in Accountancy requires 150 credits and is designed for students seeking a career as a Certified Public Accountant (CPA). It will prepare students for successful careers in auditing, financial accounting, managerial accounting and tax. A concentration can be added with the exception of Accounting (Management, Financial, Marketing, or International Business). 

Each must complete the following requirements: 8 credits in economics, 4 credits in statistics, and 78 credits of BA and ACCT. Each student works with an academic advisor in the College to design a customized selection of elective courses that best fit the interests of the student.

A minimum 2.0 grade point average is required in all business, accounting, and economics courses; only grades of C- or above (or “Pass”) may be used to satisfy major requirements. The senior capstone, BA 490, must be completed in residence at Pacific.

Program Learning Outcomes

  • Explain accounting, tax, and auditing concepts, principles and rules.
  • Apply critical thinking skills by identifying and analyzing an accounting issue using the relevant accounting framework.
  • Demonstrate oral communication skills by delivering an organized accounting presentation.
  • Demonstrate written communication skills by organizing content and using proper writing mechanics for business reports.
  • Identify ethical issues and apply accounting-related codes of conduct when applicable.
  • Differentiate between US generally accepted accounting principles and international accounting standards.

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