Accounting (B.A.)

Undergraduate

Certificate
Concentration
Major

About this Program

Gain a broad understanding of financial and managerial accounting concepts and the knowledge to link accounting principles to the central activities of business.

Program Overview

At Hood, you will acquire the analytical, communication and critical thinking skills you need to be successful in multiple business specialties, advance in your career, and contribute to the global community. Our academic program in accounting leads graduates to success in passing a certified public accountant exam and in career placement at some of the top national and international public accounting firms.

You'll have the opportunity to test your skills through internships, community service and student organizations with an accounting focus. In short, this program is a well-regarded point of entry into a profession that is consistently in high demand.

Hood students study business terminology and theories both in general business and specific to their subject specialties; learn to select and apply appropriate technology for analysis, research and presentation; learn to work effectively as members of a team; and demonstrate critical thinking in decision making and problem solving.