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4-Year* Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) in Accounting Degree Program in White Plains, NY
Accounting is a respected, professional career and is a skill likely to remain in demand. Every organization needs someone with accounting skills, which is why there is such a wide range of career opportunities available for Accounting professionals.
If you’re interested in building a dynamic career in finance, the Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) in Accounting program from CW will equip you with the skills and knowledge to excel in the world of accounting and beyond.
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Becoming a Respected Accounting Professional
The Bachelor of Business Administration degree in Accounting (BBA) provides students with a solid business foundation through an advanced curriculum in accounting and complementary courses in finance, technology, marketing and business law. In addition, critical business skills such as strategic planning, team building, problem solving and decision making are developed.
The accounting curriculum places a strong emphasis on accounting concepts, ethics and practical business knowledge. Experiencing this career-specific curriculum helps students prepare for a wide variety of accounting and financial related career tracks in business, government and nonprofit organizations.
Program Learning Objectives
Upon successful completion of your accounting courses, you should be able to:
- Analyze implicit & explicit ethical issues related to the practice of accounting and the impact on stakeholders.
- Use financial information to prepare and analyze financial statements in accordance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP).
- Apply advanced cost concepts to make and defend managerial decisions using internal and external information.
- Utilize industry-standard accounting and business software applications to prepare financial reports.
- Evaluate and apply federal tax concepts to prepare corporate and partnership tax returns.
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Accounting Courses
| Course No. | Course Title | Semester Credits |
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| ACC107 | Financial Accounting I » | 3 |
| Students taking Financial Accounting I will be involved in accounting theory and its applications. In addition, there will be an in-depth study of the nature of assets and liabilities such as cash, accounts receivable, accounts payable, short-term investments, inventories, plant and equipment, intangibles and the preparation of financial statements. During the semester, emphasis will be placed on journal entries, posting, preparation of month-end financial statements as well as closing and adjusting entries.
Number: ACC107 Credits: 3.00 Type: Accounting |
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| ACC108 | Financial Accounting II » | 3 |
| Students continuing onto Financial Accounting II will be focusing more on the topics in corporate accounting such as contributed capital, stock rights, convertible securities, retained earnings, and earnings per share. The course will also focus on procedures for a merchandising business, including accounts and notes receivable and interest, accounts and notes payable and interest, types of inventory systems, and inventory valuation, accounting for long-term assets and related depreciation methods. In addition, the course covers bond discounts and premiums, statements of cash flow, analyses of financial statements including comparative analysis and liquidity, profitability, and leverage measurement.
Number: ACC108 Credits: 3.00 Type: Accounting |
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| ACC127 | Spreadsheet Applications » | 3 |
| This course introduces Excel spreadsheet concepts using software in the Windows environment. Topics to be covered include: creating the Excel worksheet, formulas, functions, enhancing spreadsheets with graphs and charts, analyzing spreadsheet data (what–if analysis) and working with large worksheets.
Number: ACC127 Credits: 3.00 Type: Accounting |
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| ACC131 | Computerized Accounting I » | 3 |
| This course will enable students to apply their knowledge of accounting utilizing computer software. Students will use QuickBooks software to perform general ledger, accounts receivable, accounts payable, inventory, job costs and payroll functions. In addition, students will complete an accounting practice set using the computer software for the purpose of an “on the job” simulation.
Prerequisite: ACC108 or permission to waive Number: ACC131 Credits: 3.00 Type: Accounting |
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| ACC206 | Federal Income Taxation » | 3 |
| This course briefly reviews the history of taxation, tax legislation and research and covers the Internal Revenue Code and Regulations. Methods and forms required to complete tax returns are carefully examined and completed.
Prerequisite: ACC107 or permission to waive Number: ACC206 Credits: 3.00 Type: Accounting |
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| ACC211 | Intermediate Accounting I » | 3 |
| This course presents an introduction to the basic concepts and principles of financial accounting and an in-depth analysis of the basic elements in accounting. Included are cash and investments, receivables, inventory and related financial statements, general valuation procedures, inventory estimating procedures and an overview of the accounting processes through problem solving.
Prerequisite: ACC108 or permission to waive Number: ACC211 Credits: 3.00 Type: Accounting |
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| ACC220 | Practical Applications in Accounting » | 3 |
| This course will be taught with a hands-on approach. Students will learn to apply the concepts learned in Financial Accounting I through exercises based on typical applications and forms used in business and industry. Students will acquire, through simulated practice sets, the skills that will be needed in a real world work environment. Topics emphasized will be payroll applications, inventory, depreciation valuations, adjusting and closing entries.
Prerequisite: ACC107 or permission to waive Number: ACC220 Credits: 3.00 Type: Accounting |
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| ACC221 | Cost Accounting I » | 3 |
| This course is a study of the principles of cost accounting by elements: material, labor and overhead. Applications to modern manufacturing plants and other types of business enterprises are presented.
Prerequisite: ACC107 or permission to waive Number: ACC221 Credits: 3.00 Type: Accounting |
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| ACC311 | Intermediate Accounting II » | 3 |
| This course is an advanced course which presents a detailed analysis with respect to fixed assets, liabilities and retained earnings. Also covered are retirement of fixed assets and related depreciation, valuation of capital stock, and accounting for bonds and investments. This course integrates and provides an emphasis on current financial topics and their application.
Prerequisite: ACC211 or permission of Chair Number: ACC311 Credits: 3.00 Type: Accounting |
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| ACC330 | Financial Statement Analysis » | 3 |
| This course advances the student’s ability to effectively analyze a set of financial statements. The student will learn how to integrate key elements, such as economic characteristics and current conditions of a firm’s businesses, in order to evaluate the profitability and risk of a company.
Prerequisite: ACC211 or permission of Chair Number: ACC330 Credits: 3.00 Type: Accounting |
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| ACC335 | Advanced Federal Income Taxation » | 3 |
| Federal income taxation principles and concepts pertaining to partnerships, corporations, trusts and estates are introduced, examined and applied. Also discussed are transactions related to distributions, dividends, redemptions, liquidations, and reorganizations. Internal Revenue Code, rulings, regulations and research techniques are reviewed and applied. Advanced applications pertaining to individuals regarding tax planning and preparation are also examined. Students will complete simulated case projects.
Prerequisite: ACC206 or permission of Chair Number: ACC335 Credits: 3.00 Type: Accounting |
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| ACC345 | Advanced Cost Accounting » | 3 |
| This course will help students gain a grasp of cost accounting systems that enable management to plan and track production costs in the manufacturing process. Included in the review of costs will be materials, labor and factory overhead. Cost accounting systems will include process costing, standard costing and cost analysis.
Prerequisite: ACC221 Number: ACC345 Credits: 3.00 Type: Accounting |
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| ACC347 | Accounting Information Systems » | 3 |
| The course provides a comprehensive presentation of the fundamentals of data organization, classification, control, and reporting. Various accounting systems will be analyzed with an emphasis on database management and systems analysis, creation, and control.
Prerequisite: ACC108 Number: ACC347 Credits: 3.00 Type: Accounting |
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| ACC350 | Accounting Ethics and Professional Responsbility » | 3 |
| This course examines the background and nature of the “new” era of corporate and professional accountability and governance. Readings and cases examine the behavior and interaction of directors, executives and accountants. Important legislation which has impacted the practice of accounting and the current business environment will be discussed and critiqued in order to expose students to moral and ethical decision making. The “new” code of conduct (as provided by the PCAOB, SEC, AICPA, SOX and ethical decision models) should have appropriate values and ethical reasoning integrated throughout the course material.
Prerequisite: ACC211 and Junior Status Number: ACC350 Credits: 3.00 Type: Accounting |
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| ACC415 | Auditing » | 3 |
| Standards, procedures and techniques used by certified public accountants in the examination of financial statements will be introduced, reviewed and applied. The nature and use of internal control procedures and methods of gathering audit evidence will be emphasized. The auditor’s report will be reviewed and discussed with a focus on form and content. Ethical and legal considerations will also be emphasized. Students will complete a comprehensive case study.
Prerequisite: ACC108 or permission of Chair Number: ACC415 Credits: 3.00 Type: Accounting |
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| *ACC470 | BBA Accounting Internship » *Evening Division students taking their BBA internship will take this over two terms. This course is broken into two courses as listed below: |
3 |
| THIS COURSE IS FOR DAY DIVISION STUDENTS ONLY
The Internship is a capstone course involving the culmination project in the Accounting BBA program. It will provide students an opportunity to demonstrate they have achieved the goals for learning established within the program. The Internship course integrates coursework, knowledge, skills, and practical learning to enable the student to demonstrate a broad mastery of learning across the curriculum for future employability and further career advancement. Prerequisite: The Internship course must be taken in the final two semesters of a student’s degree program. Number: ACC470 Credits: 3.00 Type: Accounting |
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| ACC470A | Preparation Workshop for BBA Accounting Internship » |
3 |
| THIS COURSE IS FOR EVENING DIVISION STUDENTS ONLY
This course is a non-credit workshop which occurs in the term prior to the BBA Accounting Internship assignment. The purpose of this workshop is to complete the internship site selection process, which may entail a formal interview with the prospective site supervisor. Students must complete this workshop in order to enroll in the ACC470B – BBA Accounting Internship Prerequisite: The Workshop course must be taken in the final five terms of a student’s degree program and must be completed prior to a student’s enrollment in ACC470B. Number: ACC470A Credits: 0.00 Type: Business Administration |
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| ACC470B | BBA Accounting Internship » |
3 |
| THIS COURSE IS FOR EVENING DIVISION STUDENTS ONLY
This course is a continuation of ACC470A. The Internship is the capstone course for the BBA in Accounting. Students will be placed in a workplace setting where they will have the opportunity to apply their skills and knowledge to typical tasks they may encounter in actual employment. They will be expected to report to their worksites as if they were employees and will be subject to supervision, coaching, performance feedback, and responsibility for assignments appropriate to their preparation and employee level. Work schedules will be combined with class meetings. These meetings will be jointly conducted by professors from Career Development Services and the General Education department. The purpose of these classes is to reflect upon Internship experiences and assignments, review and discuss journal entries, organize thoughts, ideas and materials for the internship paper, receive and offer support to fellow internship students, gain greater self-awareness of one’s preparation and readiness for work using their skill set. Prerequisite: ACC470A. The Internship course must be taken in the final four terms of a student’s degree program Number: ACC470B Credits: 3.00 Type: Business Administration |
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| BUS112 | Principles of Marketing » | 3 |
| This course surveys the general nature of marketing concepts, process, organization, and buyer behavior. It also examines the basic decision areas of product, distribution, promotion, pricing and society’s interaction with the dynamics of marketing.
Number: BUS112 Credits: 3.00 Type: Accounting |
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| BUS203 | Principles of Management » | 3 |
| A thorough study of the most modern management methods. Analyzes the areas of organizing, planning, staffing, directing and controlling the organization. Examines the relationship of managers and supervisors in getting the job done.
Number: BUS203 Credits: 3.00 Type: Accounting |
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| BUS314 | Principles of Finance » | 3 |
| This course examines the fundamental financial problems of business. The student becomes acquainted with financial organization and operation. Current and long-term requirements for capital and analysis of capital structure including planning and control, budgeting and forecasting are examined.
Number: BUS314 Credits: 3.00 Type: Business Administration |
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| BUS325 | Management Applications and Strategy » | 3 |
| This course will provide the framework for understanding concepts and theories related to management across a variety of business sectors including for-profit, not-for-profit, and government-operated organizations. Students will learn how institutions are organized and governed, the role of various employee classes, and the management systems designed for their efficient and effective operation.
Prerequisite: Junior level status or permission of Chair Number: BUS325 Credits: 3.00 Type: Business Administration |
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| BUS337 | Business Law » | 3 |
| Explore the fundamental aspects of law as they pertain to the business world in the Business Law course. Delve into the intricacies of courts, court procedures, torts, and crimes. This foundational knowledge sets the stage for a deeper understanding of business contracts, including their nature, prerequisites, and regulations as governed by the Uniform Commercial Code. Special emphasis is placed on sales contracts, with a comprehensive examination of title transfer and risk allocation. This course provides a strong legal framework essential for navigating the complexities of business transactions and relationships.
Prerequisite: Junior level status or permission of Chair Number: BUS337 Credits: 3.00 Type: Business Administration |
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| Total Major-Related Credits | 63 | |
| Course No. | Course Title | Semester Credits |
|---|---|---|
| GEN105 | Transformative Learning » | 3 |
| This course will introduce students to the value of change, personal growth, and transformation. Students will engage in activities designed to stimulate reflective thinking, create a positive personal outlook, and foster “behaviors of success.”
Number: GEN105 Credits: 3.00 Type: General Education |
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| GEN115 | Digital Technologies in the Workplace » | 3 |
| The objective of this course is to familiarize students with digital technologies as they are being used in the workplace
today, and explore how emerging technologies are likely to continue to evolve. Students will be exposed to digital technology fundamentals to better position them to readily adopt common workplace technologies. Students will also learn about security concerns, ethical considerations, digital communications etiquette, and other important concepts related to the use of digital technologies.
Number: GEN115 Credits: 3.00 Type: General Education |
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| GEN125 | English Composition I » | 3 |
| In this course, students develop their reading comprehension and written communication skills. Different styles of writing are examined as students develop writing proficiency through practice in planning, outlining, drafting, revising and editing. In addition to regular class meeting times, Day Division students are required to participate in a ten-week Writing Lab component which counts as ten percent of the grade for English Composition. For the Day Division,
the Writing Lab is graded as Pass or Fail.
Note: Writing Lab is not required in the Evening division or for fully online programs. Prerequisite: Proficiency Examination and/or ACE108. Number: GEN125 Credits: 3.00 Type: General Education |
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| GEN127 | English Composition II » | 3 |
| This course builds on skills developed in English Composition I by presenting additional writing styles and helping students further refine their writing skills. Research skills and MLA documentation are also introduced. In addition to regular class meeting times, Day Division students are required to participate in a ten-week Writing Lab component which counts as ten percent of the grade for English Composition. For the Day Division, the Writing Lab is graded as Pass or Fail.
Note: Writing Lab is not required in the Evening division or for fully online programs. Prerequisite: GEN125 or permission to waive Number: GEN127 Credits: 3.00 Type: General Education |
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| GEN129 | Essentials of Public Speaking » | 3 |
| Communication skills require good speech habits. Therefore, this course covers organization of thoughts, voice control, diction and presentation of ideas to a variety of audiences. The art of listening is also studied. Emphasis will be placed on a series of oral presentations in order to acquire and reinforce these skills.
Number: GEN129 Credits: 3.00 Type: General Education |
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| GEN157 | Statistics » | 3 |
| This course offers an introduction to basic statistical theory and application. Topics to be discussed in detail include: sampling procedures; finding mean, median and mode; finding the variance and standard deviation; graphing histograms and bell curves. This course also illustrates how statistics are used in the business world as well as in the media and the benefits and drawbacks of statistical information.
Prerequisite: Proficiency exam and/or ACE106 or permission to waive. Number: GEN157 Credits: 3.00 Type: General Education |
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| GEN186 | Principles of Economics » | 3 |
| This course covers the foundational principles of economics. Macroeconomics, where money, spending, and income intersect, along with microeconomics, focusing on individual choices, trade, and supply-demand dynamics are examined throughout the course. Understand economic challenges, indicators, and decision-making at both national and individual levels are discussed.
Number: GEN186 Credits: 3.00 Type: General Education |
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| GEN250 | Ethics and Professionalism » | 3 |
| This course will introduce the student to the moral principles and standards that guide behavior in today’s complex society and business. The definition and application of moral philosophies are used to explore ethical decision-making using a case study approach. Economic, legal, and social dimensions are explored along with interpersonal relationships and the development of morality within individual thinking.
Number: GEN250 Credits: 3.00 Type: General Education |
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| GEN305 | Data Analytics and Statistical Applications » | 3 |
| This course dives deeper into data analysis and the skills necessary for informed decision making while developing a nuanced understanding of the role and impact of data-driven insights. Building upon GEN157 Statistics, this course illustrates how statistics drive decisions in business and media, while understanding their advantages and limitations. Topics include correlation, regression, sampling distributions, central limit theorem, confidence intervals, and hypothesis testing.
Number: GEN305 Credits: 3.00 Type: General Education |
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| GEN330 | Personal & Professional Development » | 3 |
| This course focuses on the adult years as a complex and extraordinarily variable process, rather than as an orderly sequence of predictable stages. Through experiential, interactive processes, this course will explore various theories and philosophies of adult physical, cognitive, and personality development. Attention will also be given to the larger social contexts and the adult’s experience as worker and learner.
Prerequisite: GEN305 Number: GEN330 Credits: 3.00 Type: General Education |
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| GEN421 | Business Communication and Research Methods » | 3 |
| This course will emphasize the necessary written, oral, and visual communication needed for today’s global business environment. The course is designed to provide a basic understanding of the importance of professionalism in the workplace, especially in the competitive business environment. Both interpersonal skills as well as research skills will be developed throughout the course. Throughout the semester, students will learn how utilizing creative skills and being flexible will be valuable in many career scenarios.
Prerequisite: Junior Level Status, or Permission of Chair. Number: GEN421 Credits: 3.00 Type: General Education |
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| Total General Education Credits | 33 | |
| Electives | ||
| Business Elective (1) | 3 | |
| General Education Elective (3) | 9 | |
| Open Elective (4) | 12 | |
| Total Elective Credits | 24 | |
120 CREDITS REQUIRED FOR GRADUATION
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