School of Business Online Accounting Program Dear Prospective Student, On behalf of the University of Alabama at Birmingham, I would like to personally invite you to apply for admission into UAB s Online Accounting Programs. Along with UAB s professional faculty, I am happy to offer you the chance to enhance your accounting career. Whether you seek a Bachelor of Science in Accounting or a Master of Accounting, you will find that our programs offer you convenience, flexibility and relevant course material that you can apply to a variety of accounting careers. Offered through UAB s School of Business, the Online Accounting Programs are designed to develop and advance graduates accounting careers by offering streamlined curricula and high-quality, practice-oriented educational experiences. Please take a look at the enclosed brochure for additional information on UAB s Online Accounting Programs to learn how they can help you make strides in your career. If you have any questions about our programs or need help completing your application, please call your Enrollment Advisor at 1-877-830-7368. We look forward to helping you develop the professional skills and knowledge you desire to advance in accounting. Sincerely, Dr. Jenice Prather-Kinsey, Ph.D, CPA Professor and Chair Department of Accounting & Finance UAB School of Business
UAB was among the 17 accounting programs to receive accreditation by the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business International (AACSB) in 1982. This was the very first year AACSB International granted accreditation to accounting programs separate from that of Schools of Business. Currently, UAB is among only 176 universities worldwide to achieve this seal of excellence in both business and accounting. Its School of Business offers the following two online accounting degrees: Make a Statement. Earn Your Degree in Accounting. Accounting goes far beyond taxes and bookkeeping. Accountants communicate relevant financial accounting information and provide reliable financial reports: a vital data source for companies in planning and achieving their goals. For those looking to acquire the essential knowledge and practical skills needed to build a career as an accounting professional, or supplement existing experience through advanced study, the University of Alabama at Birmingham s School of Business Online Accounting Programs offer a flexible curriculum and a high-quality, practice-oriented educational experience. Bachelor of Science in Accounting Provides a solid foundation in conceptual accounting and business knowledge, laying the groundwork for beginning a career as a professional accountant. Applies to many career paths including public accounting, private or industrial accounting and governmental accounting. Provides an ideal starting point for pursuing study at the graduate level. Master of Accounting Designed for professionals with a knowledge base in accounting and business. Focuses on broadening communication, interpersonal, technological and applied research skills. Offers a bridge program for students from non-accounting backgrounds who want more formal accounting knowledge without committing to an additional bachelor s degree. What Makes UAB Right for You National Recognition: Accreditation by AACSB International is the highest honor an accounting program can receive, and UAB has held this distinction for almost 30 years. Faculty Experience: Our award-winning faculty remain very involved in the professional accounting community and bring a wealth of current accounting expertise into the classroom. Professional Network: From the annual Meet the Employers event to interaction with representatives from public accounting and industry, there are many opportunities to make connections with experts in the accounting field. Personalized Education: We have student-oriented faculty. The same faculty that teach the on-campus face-to-face classes also teach the online classes and are dedicated to supporting students in achieving their career goals. Obtain professional certification: Our Bachelor of Science in Accounting program prepares you to successfully pass the Certified Management Accountant (CMA), Certified Internal Auditor (CIA), and Certified Fraud Examiner (CFA) exams. Our Master of Accounting program also prepares you to successfully pass these exams as well as the Certified Public Accountant (CPA) exam.
Online Accounting Program Curriculum Choose the online degree program that best fits your educational pursuits. UAB s Bachelor of Science in Accounting and Master of Accounting provide practical accounting and business knowledge for individuals who want to begin accounting careers, as well as established professionals looking for an advanced education that can extend their skill set. Curriculum Overview Online Bachelor of Science in Accounting 77 credit hours Foundation Courses (5 credit hours) Business Foundations (BUS 102) 2 credits Essentials of Financial Literacy (BUS 110) Lower Level Core Courses (24 credit hours) Legal Environment of Business (LS 246) Applied Information Technology (IS 103) Quantitative Analysis I (QM 214) Quantitative Analysis II (QM 215) Principles of Accounting I (AC 200) Principles of Accounting II (AC 201) Microeconomics (EC 210) Macroeconomics (EC 211) Major Foundation Courses (6 credit hours) Accounting Information Systems (AC 304)* Financial Accounting I (AC 300)* Upper Level Core Courses Business Communications (BUS 350) Financial Accounting II (AC 310)* Internal Auditing (AC 413)* Management Processes and Behavior (MG 302)* Financial Accounting III (AC 430)* Information Systems (IS 303) Fundamentals of Financial Management (FN 310) Cost Accounting (AC 401)* Income Taxation I (AC 402)* International Accounting (AC 440)* Basic Marketing (MK 303) Operations Management (MG 403) Capstone Courses External Auditing (AC 423)* Capstone (AC 495)* (36 credit hours) (6 credit hours) Online Master of Accounting 30 credit hours Advanced Information Technology Auditing (AC 672) Business Law for Accountants (LS 557) Governmental and Not-for-Profit Accounting (AC 514) Forensic Accounting and IT Auditing (AC 572) Fraud Accounting (AC 573) Advanced Financial Accounting (AC 580) Current Issues in Financial Accounting (AC 600) Advanced Auditing and Attestation (AC 606) Corporate Governance (AC 612) Tax Entities (AC 620) Accreditation UAB was among the 17 accounting programs to be accredited by the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business International (AACSB) in 1982. This was the very first year AACSB International granted accreditation to accounting programs separate from that of Schools of Business. Currently, UAB is among only 176 universities worldwide to achieve this seal of excellence in both business and accounting. The University is also accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools (SACS). Rankings U.S. News & World Report s 2012 Annual Guide to America s Best Colleges has ranked the University of Alabama at Birmingham #143 among the nation s Best National Universities. * Major courses ** All general education courses needed to complete Bachelor s degree are available online at UAB
Bachelor of Science in Accounting Program Admission Requirements Freshman (high school or home-schooled student) Completion of college preparatory curriculum English: 4 units to include composition and literature Science: 3 units to include two courses with laboratory component Mathematics: 3 units to include algebra I and II, geometry, pre-calculus or other college preparatory or advanced level senior math Social Science: 3 units in history, psychology, sociology, etc. Foreign Language: 1 unit in one language Additional Core: 3 units Minimum high school grade point average (grades 9 12) of 2.25 on a 4.0 scale Minimum composite ACT score of 20 or SAT score of 950 (critical reading + mathematics) Official high school transcripts Official ACT or SAT score (if not included on transcript) Credentials of home school teacher (for homeschooled students) Complete online application and pay application fee of $30 Non-Traditional Freshman Graduated from high school 4 years or more and have not attended college or have attended college earning fewer than 24 semester hours Minimum high school grade point average of 2.25 Complete the COMPASS examination and achieve satisfactory minimum score for Algebra (37), English (60) and Reading (74); see www.uab.edu/testing Official high school transcripts Official COMPASS score Complete online application and pay application fee of $30 Transfer Minimum of 24 transferable college semester hours Minimum grade point average of 2.0 in all course work Considered in good standing at all previously attended colleges or universities Official transcripts from all colleges attended Complete online application and pay application fee of $30 Master of Accounting Program Admission Requirements Bachelor s degree in accounting from an institution accredited by AACSB International within the five-year period immediately preceding the desired term of enrollment Complete the bridge program and maintain a B average in the program (for applicants who do not have an undergraduate accounting degree) GMAT score of 500 within the five-year period immediately preceding the desired term of enrollment (Institution Code = 1CB5S61); waived for UAB Accounting Bachelor s degree graduates and those completing the UAB Accounting Bridge Program Official transcripts from all colleges attended Copy of resume or curriculum vitae Complete online application and pay application fee of $60 for domestic applicants and $75 for international applicants