The College of Business accounting concentration prepares undergraduate students to practice as public, private, or governmental accountants, or work in business managerial positions that require an understanding of fundamental accounting concepts and principles. This concentration allows you to merge your academic focus with your career goals while working to earn a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration.
23
Credits of accounting-specific courses needed
Learning Outcomes
Students will demonstrate knowledge of:
- principles of auditing and attestation
- fundamental concepts of financial accounting and reporting
- fundamental concepts of managerial accounting and decision making
- taxation (federal, state) and its application to business decisions
- business ethics and principles of social responsibility
- business organization, processes, and understanding of accounting-based systems integration issues
Courses
The courses below reflect the 2025-2026 Colorado State University catalog, published in August 2025 for students enrolling during the 2025-2026 academic year. Courses listed are updated each summer for incoming students.
The College of Business requires a minimum grade point average of 2.000 in business and economics courses as a graduation requirement.
Freshman
Complete 3 credits from the following:
Credits3
Biological and Physical Sciences
AUCC3A
Credits4
Sophomore
Biological and Physical Sciences
AUCC3A
Credits3
Historical Perspectives
AUCC3D
Credits3
Junior
All freshman and sophomore required courses must be completed prior to or concurrent with first enrollment in required junior and senior courses.
Select 3 credits from the following:
Credits3
Senior
Select 3 credits from the following:
Credits3
Program Total Credits:
Credits120
This course listing is provided through the
Colorado State University catalog and is updated each summer. New or modified courses offered for spring or summer may not be included, but you can find complete course information via the
class schedule on RAMweb. Offerings are subject to change and the University reserves the right to make changes in catalog information when necessary and to correct errors. Always consult with an academic advisor to stay informed of curriculum details.