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Business - Accounting
Program Details
- Next Start Date
- Jan. 14
- Est. Program Length
- 3-4 years
- Cost Per Credit
- $410
- Credit Hours
- 128
- Transfer Credits Accepted
- 90
- Accreditation
- WSCUC
Program Overview
Learn to balance the books and grow the bottom line with an accredited online accounting degree.
With Jessup’s accredited online accounting degree, you will explore the different areas of accounting and become prepared to pursue a career in any industry as a highly competent and ethical professional. The degree combines a foundation in core business skills with specialized accounting topics, and you will gain a strong foundation in both the national and international accounting standards that you will encounter throughout your career. The program is ideal for those who wish to take the CPA exam or who want to work in a private industry as an assistant controller or a nonprofit or government organization.
Through our online accounting degree, you will acquire hands-on experience with the latest accounting software and learn how to utilize the software for instances such as preparing financial statements for auditing. Additionally, the program’s courses offer you the opportunity to immediately apply your knowledge to highly relevant, real-world scenarios, such as preparing federal tax returns, corporate financial statements and comprehensive audit plans.
The program includes a capstone course that helps prepare you for the workplace. The capstone is a strategic combination of accounting and business education and allows you to choose a topic within the industry to research, such as the pathway to taxation. The course also provides career planning and real job interviews prior to graduation.
Furthermore, you will fine-tune your problem-solving, analytical and organizational skills while acquiring the integrity that firms seek in a candidate. The program integrates ethical practices that are embedded in the Christian perspective of institution, helping you to become a more principled leader in the accounting field.
Courses and Requirements
Jessup’s accredited online accounting degree includes a total of 128 credit hours, with 53 credits focused on business and accounting. Courses cover topics such as financial and managerial accounting, auditing and federal taxes. In addition, you can optionally complete a total of 150 credits to prepare for the CPA exam, with 30 credits focused on accounting.
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Central to each student’s course of study are the Foundational Studies, a core of classes that position students as leaders in their world. Jessup seeks to develop the whole person by developing skills in communication, quantitative reasoning, and critical thinking and by exposing students to a broad cross‐section of knowledge in the sciences, social sciences, and humanities.
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The following courses are part of the requirement for this major and are recommended to fulfill general education requirements or must be taken as part of a student’s major elective choices.
Course Number Course Title Credits BUS 190 Business Statistics 3 BUS 241 Microeconomics 3 BUS 302 Organizational Communication 3 Core Courses
Course Number Course Title Credits BUS 140 Management and Organizational Behavior 3 BUS 210 Management Information Systems 3 BUS 240 Macroeconomics 3 BUS 245 Financial Accounting 3 BUS 246 Managerial Accounting 3 BUS 260 Legal Implications for Business 3 BUS 320 Marketing 3 BUS 342 Financial Management 3 BUS 571 International Business 3 BUS 381 Operations Management 3 BUS 475 Business Internship 2-3 BUS 498 Strategic Management 3 Business Elective (Choose one from the following)
Course Number Course Title Credits BUS 323 Marketing the Nonprofit 3 BUS 343 Intermediate Accounting I 3 BUS 344 Intermediate Accounting II 3 BUS 345 Cost Accounting 3 BUS 373 Nonprofit Management 3 BUS 382 Human Resource Management 3 BUS 383 Total Quality Management 3 BUS 384 Management Leadership 3 BUS 681 Project Management 3 BUS 388 Entrepreneurship 3 BUS 420 Marketing Communication 3 BUS 421 International Marketing 3 BUS 441 Auditing 3 BUS 442 Federal Tax I 3 BUS 443 Federal Tax II 3 BUS 492 Marketing Research 3 BUS 495 Investment Analysis 3 -
Course Number Course Title Credits BUS 343 Intermediate Accounting I 3 BUS 344 Intermediate Accounting II 3 BUS 345 Cost Accounting 3 BUS 441 Auditing 3 BUS 442 Federal Tax I 3 BUS 443 Federal Tax II 3 Students may opt to take Federal Tax II in place of Federal Tax I.
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Concentrations within the major have variable unit requirements; therefore, to meet the minimum standard of 128 units for degree completion, the free electives are adjusted according to the chosen concentration.
Admissions
Applying to Jessup is simple. Be sure to apply early to ensure that there is enough time between submitting your application and the start date in case additional information is needed. Below are the steps to the admissions process.
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Pick a Program
Choose an online program that you’re genuinely interested in as you’ll be studying it for a few years. Also, make sure you meet the requirements for that program. For our online accounting degree, there are no prerequisites. Additionally, there are six start dates for this program, so you can easily begin classes when it’s most convenient.
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Apply
Submit your application. Be sure to include a copy of your undergrad transcript if you have one. Otherwise, submit a copy of your high school transcript and ACT or SAT scores. Even though Jessup doesn’t require a minimum GPA or minimum standardized test scores, both are considered during the decision process.
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Decision
We’ll notify you of our decision. If you still wish to pursue your degree with Jessup and are accepted, congratulations! Don’t forget to respond to your acceptance letter.
| Item | Credits | Cost/Credit Hour | Totals |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tuition * | 128 | $410 | $52,480 |
| Maximum Transfer Credits | 90 | $410 | ($36,900) |
| Total tuition with transfer credits: † | $15,580 | ||
| CPA Exam Preparation Total Credit Hours * | 150 | $410 | $61,500 |
| Maximum Transfer Credits | 90 | $410 | ($36,900) |
| Total CPA Exam preparation with transfer credits: † | $24,600 | ||
The tuition reflects the minimum time to completion. Time to completion varies by student, depending on individual progress and credits transferred, if applicable. For a personalized estimate of your time to completion, call an enrollment advisor at (844) 224-5483 or request more information.
* Tuition and fees are subject to change. Books and materials are not included and may cost up to an additional $5,500.
† Maximum transfer credit total includes reduction in technology fee as related to reduced number of courses over time.
Financial Aid
Online students receive the same financial aid options as those attending classes on campus. Students receive a dedicated financial aid officer who will guide them through their available financial aid options. There are several grants, scholarships and loans available, and undergrad students are eligible for up to $12,500 per year in federal student loans.
Learn more about financial aid options.
Scholarships
Undergrads also can receive up to $2,000 per year with the Church Partnership Grant, which is reserved for candidates who attend supporting churches. Additionally, California residents who are graduating from high school or those transferring from a community college may apply for the Cal Grant. The grant does not need to be repaid and is funded by the state of California.
Find out more about the grants and scholarships available.
Prospective students who are transferring can complete their degree in two years with a full workload and 60 units transferred. A maximum of 90 credits may be transferred per university policy, and credits may come from other regionally accredited institutions.
Learn more about transferring your credits.
Jessup proudly participates in the Yellow Ribbon Program to fully support our nation’s veterans. Veterans with 100-percent eligibility will have tuition costs and most fees completely covered. Additionally, up to $2,500 per year may be awarded to those who qualify for the U.S. Army Women’s Foundation Legacy Scholarship.
Learn more about Jessup’s military friendliness.
Jessup is accredited by the WASC Senior College and University Commission (WSCUC), the Association for Biblical Higher Education and the Evangelical Council for Financial Accountability (ECFA).
Career Outcomes
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CPA – Certified Public Accountant
A certified public accountant performs accounting, auditing and consulting tasks for individuals, a corporation or a government firm. They work with the financial documents that organizations are required by law to disclose, such as tax forms and balance sheet statements.
- Job growth
- 10%
- Median annual salary
- $69,350
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Auditor
There are two types of auditors: internal and external. Internal auditors examine for the mismanagement of a business’s funds and work to improve the procedures of discovering and eradicating misuse and fraud. External auditors have similar duties but instead work outside of the organization and examine their client’s financial documents.
- Job growth
- 10%
- Median annual salary
- $69,350
* All career outcome information is from the Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Job growth percentage covers 2016 through 2026.
Why Choose Jessup?
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High Rate of Success
Excellent job placement rates, including internships and part- and full-time careers.
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Learn Industry Tools
Gain a strong understanding of cutting-edge accounting software.
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Experienced Faculty
Learn from faculty members who have real-world experience in the various areas of accounting.