Why Choose Saint Rose for a Bachelor's Degree in Accounting?
Accounting has become a coveted field: #6 in “Best Business Jobs,” according to U.S. News and World Report, for its good salary, job growth and work/life balance. That’s why a Saint Rose Accounting degree is also in demand, because it provides not only a strong foundation, but a uniquely experiential education that lets you hit the ground running.
Unlike many programs, internships are required at Saint Rose—and robust, thanks to partnerships like those we have with the Capital Region Chamber of Commerce, NYS Office of Temporary & Disability Assistance, and Catholic Charities tax assistance sites. What’s more, unique course offerings and mentoring from an exceptional faculty — all experts in the field — give you the kind of guidance and insight that make all the difference in finding that coveted job.
Accounting BS/MS Dual Degree
The College of Saint Rose’s 150-hour dual Bachelor’s Degree and Master’s Degree program fulfills the 150 credit hours of appropriate education New York State requires for new practitioners to be licensed as a Certified Public Accountant. The application for the dual degree program does not require a GMAT test score.
The undergraduate and graduate programs in Accounting are integrated to form a logical, continuous curriculum which maximizes each student’s education and can be completed in five years. The transition between graduate and undergraduate courses is seamless. Students must maintain a minimum overall G.P.A of 3.0 to remain in the program. Any applicable financial aid carries over from the undergraduate to the graduate program proportionately.
Program Highlights
Small classes—20 students on average—allow for one-on-one faculty mentoring
All accounting faculty hold a terminal degree in the field or are CPAs.
Internship requirement means you will put theory into practice in the real world
Albany area partnerships offer unique learning opportunities
Hard-to-find courses in Corporate Taxation and Governmental & Not-for-Profit Accounting broaden your knowledge base—and marketability
Opportunity to pursue Fraud and Forensic Accounting certification—the only program of its kind in the region
BS/MS Dual Degree option designed to prepare students for positions in accounting, auditing, taxation, budgeting, and cost control. The program is approved by the New York State Education Department’s Board of Public Accountancy and qualifies students to take the New York State examination for certified public accountants (CPA) and to meet the educational requirements for licensing.
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics Stats:
Accounting and auditing jobs are projected to grow by 11% through 2024,
faster than the average for all occupations.
The median salary for an accountant in 2015 was $67,190—and the top 10%
earned roughly $118,930.
Choose Saint Rose for Your Bachelor's Degree in Accounting
Few majors give you as much potential for professional growth alongside unbeatable job security, with capabilities welcomed anywhere in the world, as accounting.
Saint Rose’s program, which focuses on preparation to become a certified public accountant (CPA), readies you with thorough training in accounting, audit, and business to give you job-ready skills and knowledge. Start your career with foundational business knowledge and skills that are essential to any organization. Our accounting and business core is enhanced with a strong liberal education core to make your time with us a rich, fulfilling experience that prepares you for a great career – whether you’re providing audit and assurance or launching your own startup.
Find your problem-solving talents, critical thinking, and excellent accounting skills welcomed by organizations in any industry, all over the world. Your future in accounting starts at Saint Rose.
If you’re a critical thinker who’s good with numbers, accounting can help you embark on a rewarding, well-paid career. From external auditors and forensic accountants to controllers and CEOs, accountants inform executive strategy and decision making, ensure financial integrity to stakeholders, and are indispensable to organizations and clients in all industries.
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In addition to our traditional bachelor’s degree Saint Rose now offers our 2-in-4 program, which allows students to save time, money, and get ahead by earning both their bachelor’s and master’s in four years.
Saint Rose’s accounting program provides an ideal combination of classroom instruction and real-world experience that’s the perfect preparation for your accounting future and beyond.
Increase your impact and prepare for a position in accounting, audit, taxation, budgeting, or cost control with our five-year BS/MS dual degree option (150 credits), approved by the New York State Education Department’s Board of Public Accountancy, which qualifies you to take the CPA examination and to meet the educational requirements for licensing.
Sharpen your job-ready skills with Financial Auditing, a writing-intensive course where you’ll write a research paper on a current topic in the profession, as well as plan and execute a mock audit of financial statements.
Enjoy small classes of about 20 students, with plenty of individual faculty mentoring.
Take advantage of our powerful local partnerships with CPA firms, and put your learning into practice, with our required internship requirement.
Broaden your knowledge and marketability with hard-to-find Corporate Taxation and Governmental; Not-for-Profit Accounting coursework.
Our faculty either hold the highest degree in their field or are licensed CPAs. So they’re up on the latest tax laws and practices, ensuring you will be, too.
Curriculum and Internships
From your first semester through the end of your final year, you’ll have ample opportunity to apply the knowledge you’ve gained in the classroom, combining foundational instruction with hands-on experience.
Our 122-credit, CPA-focused bachelor’s program prepares you for positions in internal audit, taxation, budgeting, or cost control.
Our required internship gives you the opportunity to apply your learning even further in the real world. Take advantage of Saint Rose’s strong partnerships with significant local organizations, such as the Capital Region Chamber of Commerce, New York State Office of Temporary; Disability Assistance, and Catholic Charities tax-assistance sites. Our dedicated internship coordinator helps you find the perfect position for your career interests, and provides guidance for shaping your resume and polishing your interview skills.
Demonstrate the knowledge necessary to fulfill professional goals.
Make business decisions based on analysis and evaluation of the data and ethical considerations.
Identify global issues and their business implication.
Demonstrate an understanding of accounting theory and appropriate accounting standards.
Demonstrate an understanding of taxation as it applies to individuals, business enterprises, and not-for-profit organizations.
Demonstrate an understanding of the principles and functions of the external audit process.
Utilize accounting, legal, taxation and other business theories and applicable software to make financial accounting and reporting decisions.
I thought about where I wanted to be after college, if I were to stay in the Capital District, I felt that the professors here would help me with connections in the area. Once I decided I wanted to stay in the area, I knew it was the right choice for me.
I knew I wanted to go into business, but I was not sure what exact degree I wanted to pursue. When I was in high school, I realized that I really liked math and working with numbers which led me to decide that accounting would be the best field for me to go into. I really am glad that I chose this path for myself."
Saint Rose was chock full of organizations rich with opportunities to develop skills relevant to the workplace. Being a member of the mock trial team, has paid dividends with respect to learning how to testify as a witness, anticipating and responding to attacks from attorneys, and understanding courtroom procedure.
I also competed in the student-managed portfolio and Fed challenge, finance and economics competitions that allowed me to take academic information and apply it to dynamic challenges that reinforced the education I received in the classroom. I can think of few better ways to prepare for the working world."
Eamon Murphy '18
Criminal forensic auditor, Albany County District Attorney’s Office
Meet Our Huether School of Business Faculty
Our faculty are great scholars, but your success is their top priority. Unlike large research institutions, Saint Rose is a place where professors invest in their students and put their energy into teaching, making for compelling classes and great learning outcomes.
Yu-Jung AvisProfessor of Finance
National Taiwan University Law School; LLB, The State University of New York at Binghamton; MBA; Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey; Ph.D., (1994)
BA State University of New York, Albany, MPA, State University of New York, Rockefeller College, Albany, PhD, State University of New York, Rockefeller College, Albany (2018)
Warren CookAssistant Professor of Management
BA Washington State Vancouver, MBA Washington State Vancouver, Ph.D., Washington State University Pullman (2019)
John F. DionAssociate Professor of Marketing
BA, Beloit College; MBA, Western New England University; DBA, Grenoble Ecole de Management and Newcastle University (2013)
National Taiwan University Law School; LLB, The State University of New York at Binghamton; MBA; Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey; Ph.D., (1994)
BA State University of New York, Albany, MPA, State University of New York, Rockefeller College, Albany, PhD, State University of New York, Rockefeller College, Albany (2018)
Warren CookAssistant Professor of Management
BA Washington State Vancouver, MBA Washington State Vancouver, Ph.D., Washington State University Pullman (2019)
John F. DionAssociate Professor of Marketing
BA, Beloit College; MBA, Western New England University; DBA, Grenoble Ecole de Management and Newcastle University (2013)
The Huether School of Business grounds students in foundational and experiential knowledge, preparing them to become confident leaders at all levels of an organization. Complementing our expert classroom instruction are a variety of hands-on experiences, from group projects and simulations to career fairs and required internships.
But really, just like any healthy business, the most important part of our school is the relationships. Students from diverse backgrounds learn to work together toward a greater purpose — whether it’s constructing a successful business plan or problem solving for clients — preparing them for any office environment."
Dr. Rajarshi Aroskar
Dean of The Huether School of Business
Career Outcomes
According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics:
$73,560 Accountants and Auditors with a bachelor’s degree earn a median salary of $73,560 per year.
4% growth Demand for accountants and auditors with a bachelor’s degree is projected to grow 4% between 2019 and 2029.
3% growth Demand for information security analysts will grow 3% (much faster than the average for all occupations) between 2019 and 2029.
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