Bachelor's Degree in Accounting
B.S. in accounting
Accountants have opportunities in many careers, most frequently in public accounting, private industry, management consulting or governmental accounting.
K-State offers a concurrent Bachelor of Science in business administration and Master of Accountancy degree that can be completed in four and a half years.
The K-State difference
K-State's accounting department was one of only 10 programs in the nation to receive a prestigious grant from the Accounting Education Change Commission, or AECC. This nearly $250,000 grant was used to support a comprehensive revision in our curriculum, making K-State a model for accounting education throughout the U.S.
The undergraduate and graduate accounting programs received separate accreditation for accounting by the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business, or AACSB, in April1988. Few schools receive this recognition.
As part of the College of Business Administration, accounting students also have the exclusive opportunity to participate in Career Development, the college’s professional development program. It’s three components – Career Accelerator, Career Coach and Executive Mentor – provide unmatched training and support.
What classes will I take?
Our concurrent bachelor's and master's program permits students to take highly relevant and interesting classes in their selection of several tracks. Students who complete this program are well prepared for either their CMA or CPA exam, depending on their career goals. Students have opportunities to concentrate in:
- Taxation
- Auditing and assurance services
- Managerial accounting and controllership
All tracks emphasize data analytics skills and the development of a global mindset.
How can I continue my education?
Concurrent B.S. in Accounting and Master of Accountancy
Master of Accountancy (M.ACC)
What can I do with a degree in accounting?
Outstanding graduates with strong interpersonal skills are highly sought after and earn high starting salaries, often taking jobs with both large and small corporations or international and smaller CPA firms.
- Accountant
- Auditor
- Chief Financial Officer
- Forensic Accountant
- Management consultant
- Treasury manager
Career Center
The Career Center offers an extensive career library, free assessments for exploring major/careers, job search training, career advising, employer connections, and a staff dedicated to assisting students in the career development process.