The Accounting - Business - B.S. at George Mason University is designed for aspiring professionals who aim to excel in the dynamic fields of public accounting, corporate finance, and business analysis. You will gain a robust understanding of financial reporting, taxation, and auditing, underpinned by essential business principles and ethical considerations. This undergraduate degree equips you with the analytical and technical skills necessary to interpret financial data, solve complex business problems, and contribute effectively to organisational success in a rapidly evolving global economy.
This full-time, on-campus Bachelors Degree is studied over four years, providing a comprehensive curriculum that includes core accounting subjects like Managerial and Cost Accounting, Intermediate Accounting I & II, and Taxation and Managerial Decision Making. You will engage with practical applications through courses in Accounting Analytics and Assurance and Audit Services, and have the opportunity to specialise through electives such as International Accounting or Financial Statement Analysis. You will graduate prepared for diverse career paths, including roles in assurance, tax advisory, consulting, and financial management, with a strong foundation for further professional development, such as CPA certification.