Accounting Degree Map

The degree map is a term-by-term sample course schedule to make it easier for you to understand how to graduate in four years with an Accounting major. The actual sequence of courses may differ for each student. Please consult your advisor about the best path for you.

Credits to Graduate with a BBA in Accounting

123

A Bachelor in Business Administration degree in Accounting requires 123 credits to complete. With 5 classes a semester, this puts you on track to graduate in 4 years. A minimum gpa of 2.3 is required.

Credits for Major in Accounting

To qualify as a major, 86 credits are required. Adelphi’s program enables you to complete the 150 credit hours required to obtain your NYS license. Additionally, on-campus CPA prep classes are offered.

PATH General Education Credits Required for a BBA in Accounting

To satisfy the PATH general education requirements, 30 credits are required. However, some courses may fulfill both major and PATH general education requirements. Be sure to discuss your courses with your advisor.

First Year

Course	Credits
BUS 0204-162 Business and Society BBA Accounting Requirement	3 credits
FYE 0952-110 First Year Seminar PATH General Education Requirement	4 credits
ENG 0122-107 Art & Craft of Writing PATH General Education Requirement	3 credits
ACC 0201-101 Principles of Accounting I BBA Accounting Requirement	3 credits
ECA 0203-111 The Price System BBA Accounting Requirement, PATH General Education Requirement	3 credits
*For students who entered AU after spring of 2023 ONLY* BFD 0213-101 Willumstad Winning Edge Foundations BBA Accounting Requirement	0 credits
Total for Semester	16 credits

Course	Credits
ACC 0201-102 Principles of Accounting II BBA Accounting Requirement	3 credits
ECA 0203-112 The National Economy BBA Accounting Requirement/PATH General Education Requirement	3 credits
MGT 0210-262 Art, Science & Practice of Management BBA Accounting Requirement/PATH General Education Requirement	3 credits
PATH Elective PATH Course Requirements and Learning Goals	3 credits
PATH Elective PATH Course Requirements and Learning Goals	3 credits
Total for Semester	15 credits

If you live on campus, join your Residential Hall Council
Attend Spirit Weekend! Enjoy the annual celebration of Adelphi Pride with your family.
Attend at least 2 Accounting society meetings to explore the organizations and join!
Ask professors for help if necessary and stay up to date with the courses.

Second Year

Course	Credits
MTH 0144-110 Pre-Calculus BBA Accounting Requirement/PATH General Education Requirement	3 credits
SPE 0876-110 OR 112 Oral Communication OR Public Speaking BBA Accounting Requirement/PATH General Education Requirement	3 credits
SELECT ONE *For students who entered AU prior to summer 2024 ONLY* DSC 271 Information Technology & Applications BBA Accounting Requirement OR *For students who enter AU Summer 2024/Fall 2024 ONLY* DSC 0207-270 Information Technology & Applications BBA Accounting Requirement AND BUS 0204-240 Problem Solving in Business BBA Accounting Requirement	4 credits
ACC 0201-201 Intermediate Accounting I BBA Accounting Requirement	3 credits
ACC 0201-203 Cost Accounting BBA Accounting Requirement	3 credits
Total for Semester	16 credits

Course	Credits
PATH Elective PATH Course Requirements and Learning Goals	3 credits
SELECT ONE *For students who entered AU prior to summer 2024 ONLY* DSC 0207-272 Analytical & Statistical Modeling BBA Accounting Requirement/PATH General Education Requirement OR *For students who enter AU Summer 2024/Fall 2024 ONLY* DSC 0207-273 Analytical & Statistical Modeling BBA Accounting Requirement/PATH General Education Requirement	3 credits
ACC 0201-202 Intermediate Accounting II BBA Accounting Requirement	4 credits
Liberal Arts Elective BBA Accounting Requirement	3 credits
PATH Elective PATH Course Requirements and Learning Goals	3 credits
Total for Semester	16 credits

If you live on campus, run for the Executive Board of the Residential Student Association
Join APICs AU to learn more about supply chains, management, financing, mentoring, and more.
Explore the Mindfullness and Meditation Center in the University Center to help balance out your life and learn helful tips to cope with college stressors.
Join one of the Student Business Organizations (i.e. Accounting Society). Apply for a summer internship through the Jaggar Community Fellows Program.

Third Year

Course	Credits
FIN 0209-330 Managerial Finance BBA Accounting Requirement	3 credits
BUS 0204-250 Business Law I BBA Accounting Requirement	3 credits
ACC 0201-303 Principles of Auditing BBA Accounting Requirement	3 credits
MKT 0212-280 Marketing BBA Accounting Requirement	3 credits
DSC 0207 274 Data Analysis & Decision Making BBA Accounting Requirement/ PATH General Education Requirement	3 credits
*For students who entered AU after spring of 2023 ONLY* BFD 0213 102 Advanced Edge BBA Accounting Requirement	0 credits
Total for Semester	15 credits

Course	Credits
BUS 0204-251 Business Law II BBA Accounting Requirement	3 credits
BUS 0204-341 International Business BBA Accounting Requirement/PATH General Education Requirement	3 credits
MGT 0210-366 Organizational Behavior BBA Accounting Requirement	3 credits
PATH Elective PATH Course Requirements and Learning Goals	3 credits
Liberal Arts Elective (0203 351 Money and Banking suggested) BBA Accounting Requirement	3 credits
*For students who enter AU Summer 2024/Fall 2024 ONLY* BUS 020- 380 Consulting Project BBA Management Requirement	1 credit
Total for Semester	15-16 credits

If you live on campus, apply to be an Resident Assistant
Time to take a bigger role. Run for an executive board position in an organization you are apart of.
Apply to be a Peer Assistant Leader (PAL) or FCAP leader.
Find internships on Handshake or through your academic department, and prepare your resume.

Fourth Year

Course	Credits
ACC 0201-401 Federal Income Tax I BBA Accounting Requirement	3 credits
ACC 201-405 Auditing & Accounting Information Systems (FALL ONLY) BBA Accounting Requirement	3 credits
DSC 0207-373 Management of Productions/Operations BBA Accounting Requirement	3 credits
PATH Elective PATH Course Requirements and Learning Goals	3 credits
Free Elective (BUS 0204-495 internship recommended) BBA Accounting Requirement	3 credits
Total for Semester	15 credits

Course	Credits
ACC 0201-402 Federal Income Tax II BBA Accounting Requirement	3 credits
ACC 0201-403 Advanced Accounting BBA Accounting Requirement	3 credits
Free Elective (0207-478 or 0201-406 is recommended) BBA Accounting Requirement	3 credits
BUS 0204-468 Business Policy & Strategy BBA Accounting Requirement	3 credits
PATH Elective PATH Course Requirements and Learning Goals	3 credits
Total for Semester	15 credits

¹Students who wish to sit for CPA in NYS should take these courses.

²Students can take a general elective instead of suggested course

³Only one of these courses (405 & 406) are required. Students can opt to take one and a general elective in place of the other.

If you have lived on campus, apply for the National Residence Hall Honorary
Join an honorary society in an area of interest. From transfer societies, service societies, and more, there is a place to ecognize your great achievements!
You made it! Time to celebrate by attending Senior Week Events.
Sign up for the Leadership Certificate Program. Build your Linkedin profile and meet with the Center for Career and Professional Development to get ideas on conducting a job search.

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