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Accounting

Accounting Major

The major in accounting is designed to provide students with the general business and accounting knowledge necessary for them to succeed as professional accountants. As accounting is a dynamic field, all accounting majors will learn how to keep their knowledge up to date so they can continue to grow throughout their professional careers. Accounting majors will also acquire the communication, technical, and interpersonal skills necessary to successfully resolve complex problems in unstructured settings. Accounting majors will also benefit from participation in extracurricular activities and organizations such as Beta Alpha Psi, the national accounting honorary fraternity.

Highly motivated students are also able to participate in our 3+1 BSBA and MS in Accounting program with the Joseph M. Katz Graduate School of Business. Students are able to earn both degrees in only four years, and those who qualify for merit-based scholarships may pay the same tuition as if they were only earning an undergraduate degree.

  • Earn a minimum of 120 Academic Credits
    • Complete two BSBA core courses in accounting as well as the seven required accounting major courses
  • Fulfill All:
    • Arts and Sciences Foundation Requirements
    • BSBA Core Curriculum Requirements
  • Cumulative GPA of 2.25 (C+) in all courses applied toward a Accounting major.
  • A “C-” or better must be earned in each course applied toward a Accounting major

Pitt Business Core Courses

Each of these courses must be completed with a C or better in order to proceed with the accounting major.

  • BUSACC 0030 Financial Accounting
  • BUSACC 0040 Managerial Accounting

Required Major Courses

  • BUSACC 1204 Intermediate Financial Reporting 1
  • BUSACC 1205 Intermediate Financial Reporting 2

Select four of the following classes:

  • BUSACC 1210 Financial Statement Analysis
  • BUSACC 1216 Advanced Financial Accounting
  • BUSACC 1221 Strategic Cost Management
  • BUSACC 1236 Accounting Information Systems
  • BUSACC 1238 Auditing
  • BUSACC 1242 Individual Tax Accounting and Planning

Elective Major Courses

  • BUSACC 1245 Volunteer Income Tax Assistance Program (department consent required)
  • BUSACC 1296 Accounting Internship
  • BUSENV 1760 Business Law

Skills Needed

  • Accuracy and attention to detail
  • Analytical, critical-thinking ,and problem-solving skills
  • A high GPA is expected to be competitive in the market. Grades are an indicator of technical ability in accounting and of a person’s work ethic
  • Excellent communication skills are needed, in addition to working well in a team environment
  • Strong technical skills; many positions require using specialized accounting software

Types of Jobs

  • Budget Analysis
  • Financial
  • Management Accounting
  • Tax
  • Auditing

Types of Industries

  • Public Accounting
  • Corporate Accounting
  • Government
  • Education
  • Non-profit
  • Self-employed – CPA

  • Economics
  • Additional Minors Available

  • Accounting majors who are preparing for the Certificated Public Accountant (CPA) examination are encouraged to take BUSACC 1210 Financial Statement Analysis and BUSENV 1760 Business Law.
  • In Pennsylvania and most other states, a Certified Public Accountant license will be granted only to individuals who have earned 150 or more college credits.
  • The Master of Science in Accounting program at the University of Pittsburgh Katz Graduate School of Business enables students to reach the 150 credit-hour requirements and prepare for the CPA exam.

The University of Pittsburgh has partnered with Becker Professional Education, which is the leading CPA exam review provider. Our accounting faculty have access to Curriculum Assistance, which allows professors to incorporate a section of Becker within a class. Students can also benefit in the following ways:

  • Seniors can receive access to one Free section of Becker for 5 months
  • Becker’s Premium package is available for all students at a discount
  • Scholarships are available –  50% off the Becker course (application required)
  • Access to Becker representatives who will set-up office hours to speak with students one-on-one to discuss their questions/concerns regarding the exam

 

“Being able to get a head start on my college career even before setting foot on campus, like meeting with an Executive in Residence (Kathy Foody-Malus) was an amazing experience. Now that I’m here, I’m excited to take continue this journey and grow both academically and professionally!”

Rahel Sitotaw

Accounting and Finance, Class of 2025

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