Accounting is one of the highest demand professions for new graduates of any area in today’s market. James Madison University's School of Accounting will prepare you to be an active and engaged business professional.
Accounting, B.B.A.
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Overview
If you choose to pursue the B.B.A. in Accounting at James Madison University, you’ll take a combination of accounting, business and general education courses to prepare you for a variety of careers, ranging from auditor, business analyst and cost accountant to tax adviser, controller and systems consultant.
Mission
The School of Accounting is committed to preparing students to be active and engaged citizens who are able to apply accounting and business knowledge for the betterment of individuals and organizations. We value an environment of educational excellence in which:
- Students develop both technical and interpersonal skills necessary for successful professional accounting careers;
- Faculty create and disseminate meaningful intellectual contributions and actively participate in the academic and professional communities; and
- Stakeholders, including alumni, recruiters and others, desire long-term and mutually beneficial relationships with the school.
Detailed Programme Facts
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- Programme intensity Full-time
- Full-time duration 48 months
- Credits 120 alternative credits
- Languages
- English
- Delivery mode On Campus
Programme Structure
Courses include:
- Interpersonal Skills
- Computer Information Systems
- Financial Accounting
- Business Analytics
- Introduction to Macroeconomics
- Introduction to Microeconomics
- Introductory Calculus
- Calculus
- Managerial Accounting
English Language Requirements
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Minimum required score:
68The TOEFL iBT ® measures your English-language abilities in an academic setting. The test has four sections (reading, listening, speaking, and writing), each with a score range of 0-30, for a total score range of 0-120.
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6The IELTS – or the International English Language Test System – tests your English-language abilities (writing, listening, speaking, and reading) on a scale of 1.00–9.00. The minimum IELTS score requirement refers to which Overall Band Score you received, which is your combined average score. Read more about IELTS.
Academic Requirements
You need the following GPA score:
Required score: 2.5
Applicants for graduate programs must have the equivalent of a bachelor’s degree with a minimum GPA equivalent to 2.5 on a US 4.0 grading scale. Admitted applicants typically have an undergraduate GPA of or better on a 4.0 scale. No exam grade should be lower than 4.5 (European grade scale) or D (American grade scale).
Your GPA (Grade Point Average) is calculated using the grades that you received in each course, and is determined by the points assigned to each grade (e.g. for the US grading scale from A-F).
General Requirements
- Successful completion of the equivalent of a US secondary education
- Minimal 2.5 GPA (Grade Point Average) - equivalent to 80% or a 'B-' average
- Diploma or certification of graduation from High School in your home country
- Undergraduate applicants who intend to major in theater, dance, music and studio art must also submit a portfolio and/or arrange an audition.
Requirements
Studyportals Tip: Students should consider taking one of the Pre-Bachelor's below. these courses will be necessary if:
- You are considered ineligible for admission
- You need to improve your academic, study, research or language skills
- United States, Harrisonburg Pre-Bachelor International Year One - Accounting Guaranteed admission
Tuition Fee
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24150 USD/yearTuition FeeBased on the original amount of 24150 USD per year and a duration of 48 months. -
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In-State Applies to you
7250 USD/yearTuition FeeBased on the original amount of 7250 USD per year and a duration of 48 months.
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Living costs for Harrisonburg
- 1050 - 1720 USD/monthLiving Costs
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
Funding
Studyportals Tip: Students can search online for independent or external scholarships that can help fund their studies. Check the scholarships to see whether you are eligible to apply. Many scholarships are either merit-based or needs-based.
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