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Accounting & Finance
Associate of ArtsThese program requirements are for students who enroll in the 2022-2023 academic year.
Take a variety of accounting, finance, and economics courses in the Associate of Arts in general studies specialized curriculum area in accounting and finance. You’ll have the opportunity to build expertise in business- and accounting-related areas such as business law, information systems, marketing, and more.
Program Highlights
This program will help you demonstrate competencies in fundamental accounting practices to transition toward a bachelor’s degree in accounting and related fields.
Required Courses
- One 3-credit course in communication, writing, or speech, chosen from the following:
(3 Credits, ENGL 102)
(3 Credits, ENGL 281)
(3 Credits, JOUR 201)- Any 3-credit COMM or SPCH courses
- Any 3-credit WRTG courses (except 486A and 486B)
- One 1-credit course, chosen from the following:
(1 Credit, CAPL 198A)
(1 Credit, CAPL 198B)
(1 Credit, CAPL 198C)
(1 Credit, BMGT 121A)
(1 Credit, BMGT 121B)- Any 1-credit course
- 21 credits of accounting- and finance-related coursework, chosen from any ACCT or FINC courses for which you meet the prerequisites.
Career Preparation
This program is designed to help prepare you for entry-level accounting careers in a wide range of industries as well as at corporations and nonprofit and government organizations.
Experience Recommended for Success in the Program
No previous experience is needed.
Total Program Credits
60
Transfer Credits
Up to 45
Format
- All courses available online
- Select hybrid courses available
- Program restrictions apply
Tuition Per Credit
- $499 per credit (out-of-state)
- $250 per credit (military)
Admission Requirements
This program follows standard UMGC admission requirements.
Military-Specific Details
Available to active-duty military servicemembers / military spouses / veterans / reservists / members of the National Guard
State-Specific Details
This program does not have state-specific restrictions.
Accounting
Bachelor of ScienceThese program requirements are for students who enroll in the 2022-2023 academic year.
If you have a way with numbers and are in search of a career that is always in demand, start earning a Bachelor of Science in accounting at University of Maryland Global Campus. All companies and agencies need accounting departments to keep their finances on track, so with an accounting degree, you’ll have a wide range of directions to choose from. Develop skills in managerial accounting, budgeting, accounting systems, internal controls, financial analysis, financial reporting, auditing, and more.
Program Highlights
Required Courses
(3 Credits, ACCT 220)
(3 Credits, ACCT 221)
(3 Credits, ACCT 310)
(3 Credits, ACCT 311)
(3 Credits, ACCT 321)
(3 Credits, ACCT 323)
(3 Credits, ACCT 326)
(3 Credits, ACCT 410) or any upper-level ACCT course
(3 Credits, ACCT 422)
(3 Credits, ACCT 424)
(3 Credits, ACCT 436) or any upper-level ACCT course
(3 Credits, ACCT 438) or any upper-level ACCT course
Related Required Courses
The following required courses may be applied to general education or elective requirements:
(3 Credits, BMGT 364)
(3 Credits, BMGT 380)
(3 Credits, ECON 201)
(3 Credits, ECON 203)
(3 Credits, FINC 330)
(3 Credits, MRKT 310)
(3 Credits, STAT 200)
(3 Credits, ACCT 411) or
(3 Credits, BMGT 496)
(3 Credits, WRTG 293) or
(3 Credits, COMM 390) or
(3 Credits, WRTG 394)
Career Preparation
This program is designed to help prepare you for accounting careers and certifications in a wide range of industries as well as at corporations and nonprofit and government organizations.
Experience Recommended for Success in the Program
No previous experience is needed.
Total Program Credits
120
Transfer Credits
Up to 90
Format
- All courses available online
- Select hybrid courses available
Tuition Per Credit
- $312 per credit (in-state)
- $499 per credit (out-of-state)
- $250 per credit (military)
Admission Requirements
This program follows standard UMGC admission requirements.
Military-Specific Details
This program does not have military restrictions. It is available to all eligible civilian and military-affiliated students.
State-Specific Details
Learn more about professional licensure as it relates to this program.
Accounting Foundations
Undergraduate CertificateThese program requirements are for students who enroll in the 2022-2023 academic year.
The online undergraduate certificate program in accounting foundations at University of Maryland Global Campus can help you develop the skills and knowledge needed for business transactions, including critical thinking skills for analysis and reporting of the economic activities of an organization.
Program Highlights
Required Courses
(3 Credits, ACCT 220)-
(3 Credits, ACCT 221) - Choose four courses from the following:
- Any ACCT or FINC course
(3 Credits, BMGT 110)
(3 Credits, CMIS 102)
(3 Credits, DATA 200)
(3 Credits, ECON 201)
(3 Credits, ECON 203)
(3 Credits, IFSM 201)
(3 Credits, STAT 200)
(3 Credits, WRTG 112)
Career Preparation
Experience Recommended for Success in the Program
No previous experience is needed.
Total Program Credits
18
Transfer Credits
Up to 9
Format
- All courses available online
- Select hybrid courses available
Tuition Per Credit
- $312 per credit (in-state)
- $499 per credit (out-of-state)
- $250 per credit (military)
Admission Requirements
This program follows standard UMGC admission requirements.
Military-Specific Details
This program does not have military restrictions. It is available to all eligible civilian and military-affiliated students.
State-Specific Details
This program does not have state-specific restrictions.
