Post-Baccalaureate Bachelor of Science in AccountingHenry Predolin School of Nursing, Business, Education, and Health Sciences

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Balancing business in today’s world

Looking to make a transition to an accounting career? You’re not alone! Because it offers competitive salaries and predictable credentials, accounting is a great field for career-changers.

Our program is designed for anyone with a baccalaureate degree who wishes to complete the coursework for a second degree in accounting. It also allows for easy transition into our Master of Science in Accounting program. Our flexible, evening classes are designed for working adults, so you can fit in classes without quitting your job.

The Post-Baccalaureate BS in Accounting prepares students for careers as accountants and auditors across business sectors and industries. Students must hold a Bachelor’s degree in any field from a regionally-accredited college or university to gain entry to this major.

Locations
Madison, WI

Formats
Hybrid

Number of Credits
51

Careers within Accountancy

Whether you’re pursuing a career in the public, private, or not-for-profit sector, you’ll have the educational training, the work experiences and the networking opportunities to succeed. Our curriculum provides a deep understanding of the complex and dynamic world of accounting, preparing you for careers in public accounting in audit and tax, private accounting, governmental and not-for-profit accounting.

The US Bureau of Labor Statistics cites excellent employment opportunities with high mean wages for those with a degree in accounting. Accounting, Tax Preparation, Bookkeeping, and Payroll Services professionals all can earn as much as $40 per hour (or $83,700 per year), on average.

$83,700

Average annual salary

for an Accounting, Tax Preparation, Bookkeeping, Payroll Services professionals

Projected employment growth rate, from 2022-2032

Bureau of Labor Statistics

Featured Courses in Post-Baccalaureate Accounting

BUS 307 – Volunteer Income Tax Assistance I

The first of a two-semester, academic and experiential series, BUS 307 introduces students to different types of tax systems while presenting diverse perspectives on what makes up a fair and just tax system. This course will explore how culture plays a role in the development of tax systems both in the US and internationally. We will also discuss how government uses taxes to influence behavior and promote social goals. During this 8-week session, you will also complete the Department of Revenue certification required to volunteer at the IRS sponsored Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) sites during the spring semester. VITA provides free tax service to clients in need, generally low-income, handicapped and/or the elderly.

CS 150 I – Computing & Business Applications

This course is designed to provide students in-depth skills in business productivity systems including Microsoft Office Suite as well as necessary Information Literacy skills. Through a set of case studies and tutorials, main attention is given to the use of Excel in the business world. Students will learn how to create professional data-driven workbooks, and leverage Microsoft Excel’s power with formulas and a variety of time-saving functions; professionally format worksheets; create charts, tables, and Pivot Tables; utilize advanced functions and apply conditional formatting; work with multiple worksheets, workbooks, and templates; incorporate data validation; utilize worksheet protection; create macros; export and cleanse data sets; and perform what-if analysis with Data Tools, Scenario Manager, and Forecasting.

Basic knowledge of Windows and initial familiarity with Microsoft Office suite. This course is strongly recommended to students who seek a Business degree.

ORG 494 3 – Ethical Leadership in Organizations

This course provides students with active, engaged learning experiences involving organizational psychology as a science for improving human welfare. Students are exposed to a framework for ethical decision making drawn from the disciplines of organizational psychology, philosophy, and business/management that is intensively explored through assigned reading, interactive classroom discussions, and experiential exercises involving application of course concepts to an organizational situation. The major project in the course is a n organizational study that each student pursues at a site of his/her choosing. These projects allow students to vigorously apply the framework for ethical decision making. Engaged learning, interdisciplinary inquiry, and values exploration characterize this project.

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Program Highlights

Average time to completion is 18 months for a full-time student
Flexible evening courses
Excellent job outlook with great earning potential
Seamless transition into the Master’s in Accounting program
Personalized career coaching from dedicated faculty
Because this is a bachelor’s degree program, it is eligible for federal financial aid as well as a broadly available scholarship and grant funding

If you’re seeking a career change or entrance into the accounting field, this is the program for you.

Accounting Faculty Spotlights

Victoria Palmisano

Associate Dean for Business, Communications, and Innovation / Assistant Professor, Department of Business

VPalmisano@edgewood.edu

Jacob Gill

Director of Accounting Programs/ Senior Lecturer

JGill@edgewood.edu

Raj Kamal

Senior Lecturer

RaKamal@edgewood.edu

Leigh Maxwell

Associate Professor

LMaxwell@edgewood.edu

Ken Kavajecz

Professor

KKavajecz@edgewood.edu

Xiaodong Kuang

Associate Professor

XKuang@edgewood.edu

Annette Mondry

Senior Lecturer

AMondry@edgewood.edu

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Accreditation

Edgewood College is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission.  The Masters of Science in Accountancy program is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Business Schools and Programs (ACBSP).

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I apply for this program?

New students may enroll in the fall, spring, or summer semesters. Application deadlines:
Fall – August 1
Spring – January 1
Summer – May 1

To be considered for admission, applicants must provide the following:

Completed application. This application is for students who want to pursue a Master’s degree, certificate, or take courses as a non-degree seeking student. The graduate application fee is waived for graduates of Edgewood College and for veterans.
Official transcripts reflecting completion of a baccalaureate from a United States regionally accredited or equivalent post-secondary institution with a cumulative grade point average of at least 2.5 on a 4.0 scale. The cumulative grade point average is computed on the highest degree held at the time of application.

International Students

International students are eligible to apply for the program.

What are the admission requirements for this program?

Students must hold a Bachelor’s degree in any field from an accredited college or university.

In addition to holding a bachelor’s degree, applicants must have either completed or be currently enrolled in the following courses (or transfer equivalents) at the time of application:

COMMS 100 O – Introduction to Communication or equivalent.
ENG 110 W – College Writing or equivalent.
MATH 121 M – Statistics or equivalent.
BUS 396 – Business Math or equivalent.
Approved College-Level Critical Thinking Skills Course.
ECON 255 GJ – Principles of Macroeconomics
ECON 256 J – Principles of Microeconomics
Students must meet general education requirements