BS in Accounting

Bachelor of Science in Accounting 

Binghamton University's Bachelor of Science in Accounting prepares students for successful careers in public accounting, corporate accounting, finance, and other areas of business. Consistently ranked as one of the best public business schools in the nation, the School of Management ensures that students learn the soft skills, such as leadership and communication, and technical skills needed to navigate the accounting industry.

Binghamton accounting graduates are highly sought after by employers, including the Big Four accounting firms — Deloitte, EY, KPMG and PwC — as well as leading financial institutions and corporations.

Why study accounting at Binghamton? 

For Accounting students in the School of Management, learning extends far beyond the classroom. Through experiential learning opportunities, including case competitions and project courses, students explore the challenges of decision-making in complex contexts and situations, and learn how to develop innovative solutions. Students are also able to start building their professional network from day one through School of Management student organizations, alumni connections and employer events.

With support from the School of Management's dedicated Career Services team, students can prepare for interviews, internships, and full-time job opportunities through mock interviews, career counseling, resume reviews, professional development, and recruiting events.

With a heavily-involved alumni base, students have opportunities to network and work directly with graduates who have gone on to become CEOs of Fortune 500 companies and leaders of successful startups.

What will you study as an accounting major? 

Students earning their BS in Accounting will be given a strong foundation in accounting and business while developing essential skills in problem-solving, communication, decision-making, and more.

The core requirements for accounting students include:

  • BLS 112 - Legal Environment Of Mgmt II
  • ACCT 305 - Cost Accounting
  • ACCT 311 - Intermed Accounting Theory I
  • ACCT 312 - Intermediate Acctg Theory II
  • ACCT 450 - Accounting Analytics
  • ACCT 460 - Auditing
  • ACCT 475 - Survey of Taxation

You can view the full accounting degree requirements in the Binghamton University Academic Guide.  

Outcomes for accounting students 

Our accounting students graduate ready to enter the accounting industry or to pursue an MS in Accounting or an MBA. 

Careers with an accounting degree 

Binghamton accounting graduates pursue careers in public accounting, audit, tax, consulting, corporate accounting, financial services and other areas of business. School of Management students are recruited by top organizations including Deloitte, EY, PwC, KPMG, Bank of America, Citi, JP Morgan, Mazda, Morgan Stanley, and Protiviti.

Earn your bachelor's and master's in five years 

Many accounting students also pursue a graduate degree at the School of Management by enrolling in either the Master of Science (MS) in Accounting  or Master of Business Administration (MBA) program. Through these 4+1/accelerated programs, students can complete both their bachelor's and master's degrees in just five years of study. 

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Become a Certified Public Accountant 

The MS Accounting program also allows students to earn the 150 credit hours needed for CPA licensure, while giving them extra time to prepare and take sections of the CPA exam. Full information on how to become a CPA in New York State can be found on our CPA Licensure webpage.