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Bachelor's Degree Specialization in Accounting

Turn Your Business Studies into Accounting Skills

Do you have a knack for business and a head for numbers? An accounting career may be your calling—and an Accounting Degree specialization from DeVry University can help you answer it.

Our online or hybrid program is designed to build on foundational concepts in the Business Administration, Management and Technical Management bachelor’s degree programs. As a student, you’ll have the opportunity to explore accounting tools, strategies and laws to navigate a wide range of business environments within the private sector, government and non-profits.

Get to Know Our Accounting Degree Specialization

When you partner with DeVry to earn your degree through our hybrid or online Accounting Degree specialization, you’ll be able to explore real-world accounting scenarios engaged by today’s leading organizations and gain industry insights from knowledgeable, dedicated professors. You’ll have the opportunity to practice real skills including handling payroll, managing billing functions and communicating financial data.

Whether you’re enrolled in a Business Administration, Management or Technical Management bachelor’s degree program, our Accounting specialization will help you focus your skills and prepare to apply them in an accounting setting.

Classes Start Every 8 Weeks

Earn your  Bachelor's Degree in Business with Accounting Specialization in as little as 2 years + 8 months*—or even more quickly with qualifying transfer credits.

*Not including breaks. Assumes year-round, full-time enrollment.
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  • 01 Knowledge & Skills
  • 02 Career
  • 03 Program Courses
  • 04 Catalog Download
Knowledge & Skills

What You'll Learn

The Accounting Degree Specialization from DeVry University covers the following:

  • Information Technology Administration & Management
    Understand business and management principles involved in IT infrastructure, information security, cyber-security, strategic planning, and resource allocation.
  • Financial Accounting
    Understand financial foundations, including asset recognition and measurement; reporting; accounting for income taxes, pensions and other post-retirement benefits; shareholders’ equity, share-based compensation and earnings per share; accounting changes and error correction; and cash flow.
  • Auditing
    Examine the principles, practices and procedures used by public accountants for certifying corporate financial statements.
  • Accounting Information Systems
    Learn to design, install, operate and manage an integrated, automated accounting system, including ledgers, transaction process cycles, application controls, information security requirements and business information systems integration.
  • Federal Income Taxation
    Understand business models such as sole proprietorships and limited partnerships, as well as the federal taxation concepts that apply to them. These include income inclusions and exclusions, property transactions, capital gains and losses, and tax credits.
  • Financial Advising
    Advise clients in areas such as the design of accounting or data processing systems, and long-range tax or estate planning.
  • Critical Thinking
    Learn how to use logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions or approaches to problems.
  • Mathematical Reasoning
    Use mathematical formulas to solve problems or project outcomes.
  • Judgment and Decision Making
    Consider the relative costs and benefits of potential actions to make the most appropriate choice.

An Industry Advantage

You’ll explore accounting tools, strategies and laws through DeVry’s Accounting specialization, which includes elements of Becker Professional Education’s industry-leading CPA Exam prep content built right into the coursework1.

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Accreditation Matters

DeVry University’s Bachelor of Science in Business Administration and Bachelor of Science in Technical Management programs have achieved voluntary accreditation** from the Accreditation Council for Business Schools and Programs (ACBSP) www.acbsp.org, demonstrating that they have met the standards of business education that promote teaching excellence.

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Career

Career Opportunities

The accounting field encompasses a wide range of occupations and potential career paths. Graduates of our online Accounting Degree specialization may consider careers including, but not limited to:

  • Accountant

  • Budget Analyst

  • Cost Accountant

  • General Ledger Accountant

  • Payroll Manager

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Program Courses

Option 1: Business Administration

Program-Specific Courses
Accounting
ACCT303
Intermediate Accounting I
ACCT306
Intermediate Accounting II
ACCT313
Intermediate Accounting III
ACCT326
Federal Tax Accounting I
ACCT406
Advanced Accounting
ACCT426
Federal Tax Accounting II
ACCT436
Advanced Cost Management
ACCT446
Auditing
ACCT454
Accounting Information Systems
Core Degree Courses
Business Core
BIS155
Data Analysis with Spreadsheets with Lab
BUSN115
Introduction to Business and Technology
BUSN319
Marketing
COMP100
Computer Applications for Business with Lab
MGMT303
Principles of Management


+ Choose one below*:

ACCT207
Fundamentals of Accounting
ACCT212
Financial Accounting

*All students pursuing ACCT or FIN specializations must take ACCT212.

Finance and Management
ACCT360
Managerial Accounting
BIAM110
Introduction to Business Analytics
BUSN379
Finance
ECON312
Principles of Economics


+ Choose one below#:

MGMT404
Project Management
PROJ404
Project Management for the Profession

#All students pursuing the PROJ concentration must take PROJ404.

Senior Project
BUSN460
Senior Project
Electives


+ Choose two below:

BUSN350
Business Analysis
CEIS110
Introduction to Programming
LEAD150
Leadership and Facilitating Change
LEAD200
Communication for a Diverse Workplace
MGMT408
Management of Technology Resources


+ Choose one below:

BUSN278
Budgeting and Forecasting
LEAD335
Cross-Cultural Leadership
SEC310
Leadership and Facilitating Change
General Degree Courses
Communication skills
ENGL1123
Composition
ENGL135
Advanced Composition
ENGL216
Technical Writing


+ Choose one below:

SPCH275
Public Speaking
SPCH276
Intercultural Communication
Humanities4
LAS432
Technology, Society, and Culture


+ Choose one below:

ETHC334
Diversity, Equity and Inclusion in the Workplace
ETHC445
Principles of Ethics


+ Choose one below:

HUMN303
Introduction to the Humanities
HUMN304
Multi-Ethnic Humanities
Social Sciences
LAWS3107
The Legal Environment
SOCS185
Culture and Society


+ Choose one below:

SOCS325
Environmental Sociology
SOCS350
Cultural Diversity in the Professions
Mathematics and Natural Sciences
MATH114
Algebra for College Students
SCI228
Nutrition, Health and Wellness with Lab


+ Choose one below:

MATH 200
Quantitative Reasoning
MATH 221
Statistics of Decision-Making

^Students selecting the Business Intelligence and Analytics Management major/concentration must take MATH221.

Personal and Professional Development
CARD405
Career Development
COLL148
Critical Thinking and Problem-Solving
Program Courses

Option 2: Management

Program-Specific Courses
Accounting
ACCT303
Intermediate Accounting I
ACCT306
Intermediate Accounting II
ACCT313
Intermediate Accounting III
ACCT326
Federal Tax Accounting I
ACCT406
Advanced Accounting
ACCT426
Federal Tax Accounting II
ACCT436
Advanced Cost Management
ACCT446
Auditing
ACCT454
Accounting Information Systems
Core Degree Courses
Business Core
BIS155
Data Analysis with Spreadsheets with Lab
BUSN115
Introduction to Business and Technology
BUSN319
Marketing
COMP100
Computer Applications for Business with Lab
MGMT303
Principles of Management


+ Choose one below:

ACCT207
Fundamentals of Accounting
ACCT212
Financial Accounting
Management and Leadership
BIAM110
Introduction to Business Analytic
BUSN278
Budgeting and Forecasting
BUSN369
International Business
LEAD335
Cross-Cultural Leadership
MGMT410
Human Resource Management


+ Choose one below:

MGMT404
Project Management
PROJ404
Project Management for the Profession

*All students pursuing the PROJ concentration must take PROJ404. 

SENIOR PROJECT
BUSN460
Senior Project
Analytics
ACCT346
Managerial Accounting
BIAM300
Managerial Applications of Business Analytics
BUSN379
Finance
General Degree Courses
Communication skills
ENGL1123
Composition
ENGL135
Advanced Composition
ENGL216
Technical Writing
Humanities4
LAS432
Technology, Society, and Culture


+ Choose one below:

ETHC334
Diversity, Equity and Inclusion in the Workplace
ETHC445
Principles of Ethics
Social Sciences
ECON312
Principles of Economics
SOCS1858
Culture and Society
Mathematics and Natural Sciences
MATH114
Algebra for College Students
SCI228
Nutrition, Health and Wellness with Lab


+ Choose one below:

MATH 200
Quantitative Reasoning
MATH 221
Statistics of Decision-Making
Additional General Education Selection


+ Choose one below:

SPCH275
Public Speaking
SPCH276
Intercultural Communication
Personal and Professional Development
CARD40
Career Development
COLL14
Critical Thinking and Problem-Solving
Program Courses

Option 3: Technical Management

Program-Specific Courses
Accounting
ACCT303
Intermediate Accounting I
ACCT306
Intermediate Accounting II
ACCT313
Intermediate Accounting III
ACCT326
Federal Tax Accounting I
ACCT406
Advanced Accounting
ACCT42
Federal Tax Accounting II
ACCT436
Advanced Cost Management
ACCT446
Auditing
ACCT454
Accounting Information Systems
Core Degree Courses
Business Core
BIS155
Data Analysis with Spreadsheets with Lab
BUSN319
Marketing
BUSN115
Introduction to Business and Technology
COMP100
Computer Applications for Business with Lab
MGMT303
Principles of Management


+ Choose one below:

ACCT207
Fundamentals of Accounting
ACCT212
Financial Accounting
Management and Leadership


+ choose one below

BIS245
Database Essentials for Business with Lab
SEC310
Principles and Theory of Security Management


+ Choose one below:

MGMT404
Project Management
PROJ404
Project Management for the Profession
SENIOR PROJECT
BUSN460
Senior Project
Electives9


+ Choose two below:

ACCT360
Managerial Accounting
BIAM110
Introduction to Business Analytics
BUSN379
Finance
LEAD150
Leadership and Facilitating Change
LEAD200
Communication for a Diverse Workplace
MGMT408
Management of Technology Resources


+ Choose five below:

BUSN278
Budgeting and Forecasting
BUSN369
International Business
BUSN412
Business Policy
GSCM206
Managing Across the Supply Chain
LEAD335
Cross-Cultural Leadership
MGMT410
Human Resource Management
General Degree Courses
Communication skills
ENGL112
Composition
ENGL135
Advanced Composition
Humanities3
LAS432
Technology, Society, and Culture


+ Choose one below:

ETHC334
Diversity, Equity and Inclusion in the Workplace
ETHC445
Principles of Ethics
Social Sciences
ECON312
Principles of Economics
SOCS1855
Culture and Society
Mathematics and Natural Sciences
MATH114
Algebra for College Students
SCI228
Nutrition, Health and Wellness with Lab


+ Choose one below:

MATH 200
Quantitative Reasoning
MATH 221
Statistics of Decision-Making
Additional General Education Selection


+ Choose one below:

SPCH275
Public Speaking
SPCH276
Intercultural Communication
Personal and Professional Development
CARD405
Career Development
COLL148
Critical Thinking and Problem-Solving

Accounting Specialization Job Types

Within the accounting field there are several different careers† that you might consider. Here are five areas of focus that someone pursuing a business degree with an accounting specialization may be interested in:

  • Public Accountant

    Public accountants have a wide range of responsibilities and are capable of working in several different capacities. They are the generalists of the accounting profession, and can work on everything from tax documents to financial records.

  • Government Accountant

    Government accountants work at all levels of government, and may manage budgets, expenses and ensure that records are being properly maintained. They may also be involved in auditing companies and individuals to ensure that they are compliant with tax laws.

  • Management Accountant

    Management accountants use financial records in order to help guide the decisions of a company. They tend to work in a more analytical role than other types of accountants, who typically play a role in the keeping of financial records.

  • External Auditor

    External auditors are called in by companies to ensure that they are compliant with all the rules and regulations of where they operate. In some cases, they may be hired by entities who wish to perform an audit of another company.

  • Internal Auditor

    Internal auditors work for a single company and frequently audit their employer to ensure that they are remaining compliant with local and federal financial regulations.

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Is an Accounting Degree Specialization Different From an Accounting Degree?

Yes, an accounting degree specialization is different from an accounting degree, but both can help you pursue similar goals. The main difference between the two is the coursework that you take. When you earn a bachelor's with an accounting specialization at DeVry, you'll be earning a Bachelor's in Business which will take a more general business-focused approach to your coursework. This degree will include courses about business as well as accounting and marketing. A Bachelor's in Accounting will be more in-depth and focused on accounting and will include fewer classes about other business disciplines.

Whether you choose to earn an online accounting degree, or an accounting specialization as part of a Bachelor's in Business, you may discover you’d like to continue your education. DeVry has a variety of accounting courses and degree programs to choose from, including a Master's Degree in Accounting or an MBA with a Specialization in Accounting. Find out how DeVry can help you find the right accounting program for you.

Pursuing a Specialization in Accounting

Earning a Bachelor’s degree in Business with an accounting specialization is an opportunity to enhance your understanding of how accounting works within the broader scope of a business degree. If you’re enrolled in one of our Bachelor’s in Business degrees, you’ll get to choose a focus that best suits your interests and career goals, including this specialization.

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1Credits and degrees earned from this institution do not automatically qualify the holder to participate in professional licensing exams to practice certain professions. Persons interested in practicing a regulated profession must contact the appropriate state regulatory agency for their field of interest. For instance, typically 150 credit hours or education are required to meet state regulatory agency education requirements for CPA licensure.
**Conferral and Assessment Data - Available for all of DeVry and Keller's ACBSP accredited programs. For a full list of DeVry University's business and accounting degree programs accredited by ACBSP, please see the Accreditation page.
2Students enrolled at a New Jersey location must also take the following to fulfill this requirement: (a) all of: BUSN412; GSCM206 (b) one of: BUSN369; INTP491 and INTP492
3Students enrolled at a New Jersey location take ENGL108 in lieu of this course.
4Students enrolled at a Pennsylvania location must take HUMN451 as part of this requirement.
5Certain students enrolled as online students are assigned PSYC307 in lieu of this requirement.
6Students enrolled at a Nevada location must take POLI332 in lieu of this requirement.
7Students enrolled at a New Jersey location may take PHYS204 or SCI200 to fulfill this requirement.
8Students enrolled at a Nevada location must take POLI332 as part of this requirement or the General Education Option.
9Students enrolled at a New Jersey location must take 55 semester-credit hours of general education coursework. Fifteen semester-credit hours of general education coursework may be applied to the Electives course area
†Employment in this occupation may require years of relevant experience.

All students enrolled in site-based programs will be required to take some coursework online and, for some programs and locations, a substantial portion of the program may be required to be completed online.