Upon completion of the Hunter College B.S. program in Accounting, students will be able to:
- apply accounting analysis to problems in real world situations; understand current accounting events; and evaluate specific accounting policy proposals (Critical thinking)
- use Generally Accepted Accounting Principles to prepare and analyze financial statements and related qualitative information (Quantitative reasoning)
- demonstrate an ability to apply authoritative accounting and auditing standards to solve real-world accounting and auditing problems (Problem solving)
- demonstrate mastery of the relevant topics and ethical judgment and consideration needed for licensure and success in the Public Accounting profession (Specialized knowledge)
- explain accounting issues effectively in written and oral form using correct accounting logic, stating relevant accounting principles and rules (Communication)
- The degree of bachelor of science (accounting) offered at Hunter College fulfills educational requirements for the CPA examination in New York State. Candidates pursuing licensure in New York State will need to complete 150 college credits including ACC 49000 – Accounting & Auditing Research . An appropriate masters degree, while not required, is another path to licensure. For information on the MS in Accounting at Hunter College, see the Hunter College Graduate Catalog.