Accounting (B.S.B.A.)
Program Highlights
- CCNE Accredited
- Design Your Major: Combine two minors for a custom degree
- 5 Start Dates Per Year
- Employment Partnerships
- Tuition Discounts
Earn Your Accounting Degree
Account for Your Future
Every successful business must include talented accounting professionals, which is why this career field continues to grow. Today, accountants have more influence on business decisions than ever before. Plus, growing specialties – like forensic accounting – are adding new dimensions to what you can do with a degree in accounting.
This accounting degree is designed specifically for you if you plan on working in an accounting role for a business, industry or nonprofit organization. If you are interested in becoming a Certified Public Accountant, you will want to take advantage of Seton Hill's comprehensive Accounting - CPA B.S.B.A.
The Best Possible Foundation for Success
The Bachelor of Science in Business Administration (B.S.B.A.) degree at Seton Hill is designed to give you the best possible foundation for business accounting success. In addition to gaining experience and knowledge specific to accounting, you will also study in the areas of:
Business Tools for Decision Making
Courses like Corporate Ethics, Data Analytics and Quantitative Methods in Business will teach you how to use the tools business leaders use to make strategic business decisions.
Business Foundations
Business courses that will support your career no matter where it takes you, like statistics, accounting and micro and macroeconomics.
Career-Relevant Coursework
In addition to gaining experience and knowledge specific to accounting, you will also study business tools for decision-making and core business foundations. You'll learn to use the tools business leaders rely on to make strategic, forward-thinking decisions.
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Your Career in Accounting
Accountants and auditors work in a strong field with continued predicted growth, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics. In 2023, the median annual pay for accountants and auditors was $79,880. Seton Hill’s Career and Professional Development Center (CPDC) will work with you, your professors, and local, regional and national employers to provide you with the career preparation skills, internship opportunities and placement services you need to keep moving up.
Relevant Internship Experiences
Gain hands-on accounting experience through a comprehensive, supervised internship, such as the one Seton Hill offers through the Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) program supervised by the U.S. Internal Revenue Service.
Earn Your B.S.B.A. and an MBA - At a Discount
Through Seton Hill’s FastForward Bachelor’s to MBA Program, you can earn both a bachelor’s degree and an MBA in accounting in five years. You can also take some master's-level courses at the undergraduate tuition rate.
Accounting (B.S.B.A.) Program Details
Discover how Seton Hill's Accounting program prepares you for a successful career in corporate finance, public accounting, or government. Rooted in ethical business practices, our comprehensive BSBA curriculum gives you the financial acumen and hands-on experience needed to excel in today's dynamic global market.
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Seton Hill Accounting program find tremendous success across a variety of industries. Whether you want to work for a "Big Four" accounting firm, manage finances for a non-profit, or investigate financial fraud, this degree opens doors. Common career paths include:
- Certified Public Accountant (CPA)
- Corporate Financial Analyst
- Forensic Accountant
- Tax Examiner or Auditor
CPA Exam Preparation
Internships & Hands-On Experience
Expert Faculty & Mentorship
"The Business program at Seton Hill gave me the confidence to step into a leadership role immediately after graduation. The professors truly know you by name and care about your career path."