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Accounting
College of Arts & Sciences
Accounting is the process of recording and summarizing business and financial transactions and analyzing, verifying and reporting the results. It is the language of business.
about the program
An accounting degree is one of the most versatile degrees available—every business and non-profit organization needs accountants or accounting support. As an accountant, you primarily offer two qualities to those who hire you—your competence and your integrity. At MNU, you’ll gain a new understanding of these important professional qualities and learn how to apply them in a variety of business settings.
YOU WILL LEARN
Accounting students study:
- financial accounting
- auditing
- tax accounting
- cost accounting
Graduates often pursue the certified public accountant (CPA) designation or a graduate degree upon graduation.
Our accounting students regularly score above the mean on a standardized national business exam and have success when undertaking the CPA exam.
Accounting majors are in demand for internships with CPA firms in our area. You can spend one or more semesters gaining valuable practical experience in this way. You can even earn college credit for the work you put into your internship.
OUTCOMES
LOCATION
This is where MNU’s location offers you a huge advantage—several national accounting firms and Fortune 500 companies are headquartered in Kansas City.
Potential Careers
- Accountant
- Auditor
- Risk Analyst
- Controller
- CFO
- Management Analyst
Sample Schedule
Freshman Year - First Semester
| Course | # | Name | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|
| ENGL | 1503 | English Comp 1 | 3 |
| BLIT | 1103 | Discovering the Old Testament | 3 |
| FNAR | 1X03 | Exploring Art, Music, or Theater | 3 |
| MGMT | 1801 | Business Seminar | 1 |
| HIST | 1203 | US History to 1877 | 3 |
| FRST | 1101 | Freshman Seminar | 1 |
Freshman Year - Second Semester
| Course | # | Name | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|
| ENGL | 1703 | English Comp 11 | 3 |
| BLIT | 1203 | Discovering the New Testament | 3 |
| ECON | 1503 | Personal Finance | 3 |
| MATH | 1223 | College Algebra | 3 |
| FNAR | 1103 | Intro to Fine Arts | 3 |
| FRST | Physical Activity | 2 | |
| PSYC | 1103 | General Psychology | 3 |
Sophomore Year - First Semester
| Course | # | Name | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|
| ACCT | 2803 | Principles of Accounting I | 3 |
| ECON | 2503 | Principles of Macroeconomics | 3 |
| PSYC | 1103 | General Psychology | 3 |
| THEO | 2003 | Christian Theology & Worldview | 3 |
| COMM | 1303 | Public Speaking | 3 |
| MGMT | 4962 | Enactus | 3 |
Sophomore Year - Second Semester
| Course | # | Name | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|
| ACCT | 2903 | Principles of Accounting II | 3 |
| ECON | 2703 | Principles of Microeconomics | 3 |
| GNSC | 1303 | Engaging with Science | 3 |
| ENGL | Any Literature course | 3 | |
| MGMT | 3903 | Business Statistics | 3 |
| ECON | 3802 | Investment Club | 3 |
Junior Year - First Semester
| Course | # | Name | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|
| ACCT | 3403 | Intermediate Accounting I | 3 |
| ACCT | 3431 | Intermediate Accounting I Lab | 1 |
| ACCT | 3603 | Federal Income Tax Accounting | 3 |
| MGMT | 2104 | Business Communication | 4 |
| MGMT | 3103 | Business Law I | 3 |
| MGMT | 4403 | Business Finance | 3 |
Junior Year - Second Semester
| Course | # | Name | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|
| ACCT | 3503 | Intermediate Accounting II | 3 |
| ACCT | 3531 | Intermediate Accounting II Lab | 1 |
| ACCT | 3803 | Cost Accounting | 3 |
| MGMT | 4303 | Production/ Operations Management | 3 |
| MGMT | 3203 | Business Law II | 3 |
| MGMT | 3102 | Advanced Spreadsheet Applications | 2 |
Senior Year - First Semester
| Course | # | Name | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|
| ACCT | 4503 | Advanced Accounting 1 | 3 |
| ACCT | 4531 | Advanced Accounting 1 Lab | 1 |
| ACCT | 4403 | Auditing | 3 |
| MGMT | 4803 | Strategic Management | 3 |
| MGMT | 4503 | Human Resource Management | 3 |
Senior Year - Second Semester
| Course | # | Name | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|
| ACCT | 4863 | Advanced Accounting II | 3 |
| MKTG | 2303 | Principles of Marketing | 3 |
| MGMT | 3503 | Business Ethics | 3 |
| MGMT | 4903 | Applied Strategic Management | 3 |
| ACCT | 4102 | ACCT 4102 Accounting Software | 3 |
| Elective | 3 |
Career Earnings
$54,400
average annual
$2,339,200
career average
$65k
Management Analyst
$58k
Tax Accountant
$56k
Office Manager
$50k
Controller
$43k
Risk Analyst
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Wired Wednesday
Developed specifically for Traditional Undergraduate Students, MNU launched a new schedule in 2020. Semester-long courses are now held on Monday/Thursday or Tuesday/Friday for 75 minutes each.
Business Administration continues to be a highly sought out degree by students and employers alike. It provides an excellent and thorough foundation in skills necessary for success in today’s business world. These degrees will also prepare students for graduate study in management, law or other business specialties.
Yorton Clark
Dean, School of Professional and Graduate Studies Chair, Professional and Graduate Studies in Business Professor
LYNNE ERICKSON
"An accounting degree represents a level of challenge and competence that is valued by employers. It can open doors in virtually any industry, in large or small companies, and even in non-profit organizations.
The accounting major prepares students for a career in one of the many branches of accounting—auditing, tax, corporate—or provides a solid foundation for a career in business."
Associate Professor of Accounting
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