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  • B.S. in Public Accounting

    B.S. in Public Accounting: A Competitive Advantage
    Learn the skills and background to become an integral part of the financial success of any organization.
    Degree:
    B.S.
    School:
    School of Business
    Location:
    Dobbs Ferry & Bronx
    Credits:
    120
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Public Accounting B.S. Curriculum

The stand-alone B.S. in Public Accounting Program is not a Certified Public Accountant (CPA) licensure-qualifying program in New York State. The Combined B.S./M.S. in Public Accounting is the only 150-credit-hour CPA licensure-qualifying program at Mercy College. (See catalog description for details.)

General Liberal Arts and Sciences
General Education Requirements 60 Credits

ECON 125, 210, 220, 221, 230, MATH 116 and MATH/CISC 120 are prerequisites for the major and must be used to fulfill general education requirements.
Business Core 21 Credits
Public Accounting 36 Credits
Open Electives 3 Credits
Total 120 Credits

Students who choose the major concentration in Public Accounting must complete:

Business Core

  • ACCT 120 Intro to Financial Accounting
  • ACCT 121 Intro to Management Accounting
  • FINC 235 Financial Management
  • BLAW 240 Business Law I
  • BLAW 340 Business Law II
  • MGMT 225 Principles of Management
  • MGMT 340 Organizational Behavior

Public Accounting*

  • ACCT 240 Intermediate Accounting I
  • ACCT 241 Intermediate Accounting II
  • ACCT 250 Cost Accounting
  • ACCT 261 Computer App for Accountants
  • ACCT 320 Gov/Non-Profit/Special Topics
  • ACCT 330 Advanced Accounting
  • ACCT 340 Intro Federal Income Taxation
  • ACCT 341 Advanced Fed Income Taxation
  • ACCT 410 Accounting Information Systems
  • ACCT 420 Auditing & Assurance Services
  • ACCT 430 Topics: Prof Examinations Acct
  • MGMT 460 Strategic Management (senior-level capstone course)

Open Elective

Any one course

*The College's 15-credit residency requirement in the major concentration of Public Accounting must be met with 12 credits in Accounting (ACCT) courses numbered 240 or higher, excluding ACCT 380 and ACCT 381, plus Management (MGMT) 460 (senior-level capstone course).

The major concentration in Public Accounting meets the educational requirements for candidates applying to take the Certified Management Accountant (CMA) Examination.

 

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Are department faculty available for academic advising?
Yes, faculty are always ready to help students with questions about what courses to take, the sequencing of courses, and career opportunities, including internships and cooperative education.
How long does earning a degree take?
Full-time students can complete the 120-credit degree program in four years.
What is the first step in the admissions process?
Click on "Apply Now" on the Mercy homepage or call 1.877.MERCY.GO to apply for admission to Mercy College and arrange for an appointment with an Admissions Counselor. Bring your completed application form and copies of your high school and/or college transcripts with you at the time of your appointment.
Are there any requirements for matriculation from the BS to the MS in Public Accounting program?
The Accounting Chairperson must provide written approval for students who are eligible to switch majors to the combined BS/MS program. The student must show the ability to succeed in the MS program. The matriculation between the BS and MS degrees is seamless.
Do I have the academic credentials to sit for the C.P.A. exam in New York State?
No, you now need to complete the combined BS/MS Public Accounting program (150 credit hour CPA licensure qualifying program) in order to become a CPA in New York State.
Is Mercy College a nonsectarian institution?
Yes. Qualified applicants are admitted without regard to race, religion, national or ethnic origin, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, age or physical disability.
How many credits can be transferred from another institution?
Up to 75 credits from a two-year institution. Up to 90 from a four-year institution. Up to 90 credits combined however the credits may not exceed 75 credits from any combination of two-year institutions as they apply to your chosen degree. In addition you may only transfer in two courses of upper-level business credit (six credits) to apply to the major / specialization.
Lucretia Mann Associate Provost
Denise Stefano Associate Professor, Accounting
Stanley Chu Associate Professor, Accounting
Kelly Blacker Assistant Professor, Accounting

Public Accounting Overview

With a Bachelor of Science in Public Accounting degree, you’ll be prepared for the business world. That includes: business concepts, the accountant's ethical responsibilities and role in the business world.

You’ll learn:

  • Accounting principles and procedures
  • Federal income taxation
  • Auditing standards and procedures

Want to take the Certified Public Accountant (C.P.A.) examination? Our courses will thoroughly prepare you. (By itself this program no longer qualifies students for CPA licensure.) Student interested in becoming a CPA will need to complete the 150 credit hour requirement by enrolling in the M.S. in Public Accounting program.

Public Accounting FAQS

Is Mercy College a nonsectarian institution?
Yes. Qualified applicants are admitted without regard to race, religion, national or ethnic origin, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, age or physical disability.
What is the first step in the admissions process?
Click on "Apply Now" on the Mercy homepage or call 1.877.MERCY.GO to apply for admission to Mercy College and arrange for an appointment with an Admissions Counselor. Bring your completed application form and copies of your high school and/or college transcripts with you at the time of your appointment.
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This year's Future Business Leaders Academy was our most successful yet. The highly select group chosen to join us at Mercy College in Dobbs Ferry, NY learned about personal branding, matching their personalities to career paths, and visited some of the top global corporations in New York.

Public Accounting Fast Facts

  • Active service and professional learning through Volunteer Income Tax Assistance for low income citizens (VITA)
  • Real-world Consulting Projects
  • Fortune 500 Network
  • Executive faculty

Career Opportunities

Public Accounting graduates may seek positions such as: Certified Public Accountant (CPA), government auditor, internal auditor, financial advisor, revenue agent, tax accountant and management services accountant.

Program Outcomes

At the end of this program, students should be able to:

  • Demonstrate knowledge of key concepts in the business core curriculum
  • Evaluate ethical issues in accounting, auditing, and business
  • Use accounting and research tools to integrate business and accounting information in making strategic decisions
  • Use oral, written, and presentation skills to communicate accounting information and auditing results

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