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Accounting BS
Our Accounting Program gives you skills you can count on for a career you’ll appreciate.
The benefits of our Accounting bachelor's degree are really adding up!
Whether you’re interested in an entry-level accounting job or advancing your education to become a CPA (the gold standard in the profession) RIC's Bachelor of Science in Accounting is an asset that’s sure to increase in value. Get your future in balance—start today at Rhode Island College.
High-Demand Accounting Careers
- Certified Public Accountant
- Tax Accountant
- External Auditor
- Budget Analyst
- Financial Examiner
- Corporate Accountant
Why Earn an Accounting Bachelor's Degree at Rhode Island College?
- Accountants earn nearly double the median wage of all occupations and can expect above-average job growth.
- Our flexible curriculum for Accounting majors offers in-person, online and hybrid classes.
- Pursing an Accounting degree means specialized electives that support a variety of career paths in accounting and other finance-related professions, as well as preparation for certification.
- Topics covered include: auditing, business law, macroeconomics, fraud examination, business statistics and management.
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Our nationally recognized program offers a top-notch education at an outstanding value taught by faculty who have real-world business experience.
Our Accounting Faculty
Mr. Steven M. Bailey
- Assistant Professor
Dr. Lisa B. Church
- Professor
Mr. Sean Cote
- Assistant Professor
Dr. Jeanne Haser-Lafond
- Associate Professor Emerita
Dr. Susan F. Weiss
- Associate Professor
Hear from a Student
Kevin Barbosa
“I interned at Hasbro, working alongside professional tax accountants. I now feel confident about the career choice I made. I now know that I can do the work and do it well. I don’t have to wonder when I graduate if I can be successful.”
- Accounting Major
Supporting Our Students
RIC supports its students from the day they enroll to the day they land that first job.
Program Details
Program/Learning Goals
Upon completion of this program, students will be able to:
- demonstrate fundamental accounting knowledge relating to financial statement preparation and analysis, management decision making, internal controls and business processes, and principles of federal income taxation
- analyze, integrate and communicate complex information to facilitate management decision making
- work well in a team and communicate results effectively, in both oral and written form
- think analytically and critically, and research basic problems independently
- be aware of their professional responsibilities concerning the ethical choices they will encounter in the accounting and financial reporting area
Minor in Accounting
Declaring a minor allows you to explore other areas of interest and make interdisciplinary connections. Minor areas at RIC complement and reinforce all major areas of study. By declaring a minor, you can set yourself apart as a candidate for job, internship and volunteer opportunities.
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Department of Accounting
The Department of Accounting prepares students for entry-level positions in the field of accounting and management.
- phone401-456-8000
- placeAlger Hall 232
