Bachelor of Science - Accounting

Learn how to ensure the integrity of financial reporting to investors and other stakeholders while supporting the quality of business decisions that rely on financial information.

The AACSB-accredited bachelor’s in accounting program at UAlbany covers the latest best practices in accounting, auditing, taxation, and financial information systems.

In this program, students will master the generally accepted accounting practices set by the Financial Accounting Standards Board (FASB) and learn how to produce financial reports that directly inform business decisions.

When students graduate, they will be ready to take on jobs at Big Four accounting firms (KPMG, Ernst & Young, Deloitte, and PricewaterhouseCoopers), professional services companies, international corporations, and fiscal departments of government offices.

AACSB Accreditation

The School of Business maintains dual accreditation in business administration and accounting through the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB) – the hallmark of excellence in management education. As the highest achievement standard for business schools worldwide, it denotes top-quality teaching and meaningful student-faculty interactions.