Earn an Online Accounting Degree From University of Phoenix.

At University of Phoenix, students can earn an online accounting degree at the associate's, bachelor's or master's level. The Bachelor of Science in Business/Accounting program promotes identification with and orientation to the accounting profession and is designed to provide the knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary in the workplace. Core competencies in technology, critical thinking, and communication are emphasized throughout the curriculum. Technology, in particular, is embedded in all accounting courses. Students also have broad exposure to varied business disciplines, including management, organizational behavior, economics, statistics, and finance, and learn how the general manager integrates these disciplines to meet the strategic goals of the organization.

University of Phoenix Online Accounting Degree: Basic Principles and Course Concepts

Students in the MBA accounting degree program build on basic business principles, concentrating learning to attain a real-world understanding of financial and human resources management.

Students in the Accounting Concentration of the MBA will build upon the managerial skills developed in the MBA required course of study by developing an understanding of accounting concepts and applications. Students will also become competent in the use of appropriate analytical tools and technologies. They will be sensitive to legal, ethical, and social values in the conduct and communication of accounting practice and decisions. In addition, students will have an understanding of a portion of the topics required in preparation for the CPA exam: Audit & Attestation, Financial Accounting & Reporting, Regulation, and Business

Throughout the program, students are encouraged to develop decision-making skills in the context of practical situations akin to those they might encounter in the business world. Completing an online degree through our eCampus takes less time than you might think and promotes interactive learning through group participation and assignments that challenge you to apply information covered during lectures.

The goal of University of Phoenix is to make education accessible and practical within the existing structure of your busy life. As a University of Phoenix student, you are allowed to log on to our eCampus resources anytime and anywhere, making for meaningful learning that suits your individual needs.

While widely available, not all programs are available in all locations or in both online and on-campus formats. Please check with a University Enrollment Representative.

Each state sets forth standards required to be eligible to take the CPA exam and apply for licensure or certification as a CPA. While this program was designed with consideration for the standards proposed by the National Association of State Boards of Accounting (NASBA), University of Phoenix cannot, and will not, provide any assurance that completion of this program will allow a successful student to qualify within the student's specific jurisdiction. Potential applicants should check with the appropriate organization within their jurisdiction to determine if this program, combined with their undergraduate degree and any other specific criteria, meets the requirements to qualify for examination in that specific jurisdiction. States frequently change their requirements for examination. There is no assurance that at the time of degree completion the specific jurisdiction's requirements will be consistent with the requirements at the time of admission.