Accountancy, BS
Overview
for the degree of Bachelor of Science Major in Accountancy
The Gies accountancy major combines technical knowledge in accounting, assurance, taxation, and data analytics with professional competencies in critical thinking, communication, leadership, and strategic decision-making. Accountancy majors will study the principles, concepts, and methods used to record and report the transactions and activities of a business entity, as well as the tools and processes to audit and analyze accounting information. Accountancy majors will also study the role of accounting information in shaping and implementing key business strategies. Career opportunities for accountancy majors include positions in audit and assurance services, corporate accounting, taxation, consulting and advisory services, and in governmental and not-for-profit entities.
In addition to the accountancy major requirements, students in accountancy must meet the University General Education requirements and the College of Business core requirements (for more detail, see the Gies College of Business undergraduate section).
Degree Requirements
for the degree of Bachelor of Science Major in Accountancy
Graduation Requirements
Minimum hours required for graduation: 124 hours
University Requirements
Minimum of 40 hours of upper-division coursework, generally at the 300- or 400-level. These hours can be drawn from all elements of the degree. Students should consult their academic advisor for additional guidance in fulfilling this requirement.
The university and residency requirements can be found in the Student Code (§ 3-801) and in the Academic Catalog.
General Education Requirements
Follows the campus General Education (Gen Ed) requirements. Some Gen Ed requirements may be met by courses required and/or electives in the program.
| Code | Title | Hours |
|---|---|---|
| Composition I | 4-6 | |
| Advanced Composition | 3 | |
| Humanities & the Arts (6 hours) | 6 | |
| Natural Sciences & Technology (6 hours) | 6 | |
| Social & Behavioral Sciences (6 hours) | 6 | |
| Cultural Studies: Non-Western Cultures (1 course) | 3 | |
| Cultural Studies: U.S. Minorities Cultures (1 course) | 3 | |
| Cultural Studies: Western/Comparative Cultures (1 course) | 3 | |
| Quantitative Reasoning (2 courses, at least one course must be Quantitative Reasoning I) | 6-10 | |
| Language Requirement (Completion of the third semester or equivalent of a language other than English is required) | 0-15 | |
Business Core Requirements
| Code | Title | Hours |
|---|---|---|
| ACCY 201 & ACCY 202 | Accounting and Accountancy I and Accounting and Accountancy II | 6 |
| BUS 101 | Professional Responsibility and Business | 3 |
| BUS 201 | Business Dynamics | 3 |
| BUS 301 | Business in Action | 3 |
| BUS 401 | Crafting Your Purpose in Business | 3 |
| BADM 210 & BADM 211 | Business Analytics I and Business Analytics II | 6 |
| BADM 275 | Introduction to Operations and Supply Chain Management | 3 |
| BADM 300 | The Legal Environment of Bus | 3 |
| BADM 310 | Mgmt and Organizational Beh | 3 |
| BADM 320 | Principles of Marketing | 3 |
| BADM 449 | Business Policy and Strategy | 3 |
| CMN 101 | Public Speaking | 3 |
| CS 105 | Intro Computing: Non-Tech | 3 |
| ECON 102 & ECON 103 | Microeconomic Principles and Macroeconomic Principles | 6 |
| FIN 221 | Corporate Finance | 3 |
| Business Core Math | 3-5 | |
| Choose one course from list below: | ||
| Preparation for Calculus | ||
| Calculus | ||
| Calculus I | ||
| Calculus II | ||
| Calculus for Business I | ||
| Statistics | ||
| Minimum Total Hours | 57 | |
Accountancy, BS Major Requirements
| Code | Title | Hours |
|---|---|---|
| ACCY 301 | Atg Measurement & Disclosure | 3 |
| ACCY 302 | Decision Making for Atg | 3 |
| ACCY 303 | Accounting Institutions and Regulation | 3 |
| ACCY 304 | Accounting Control Systems | 3 |
| ACCY 312 | Principles of Taxation | 3 |
| ACCY 405 | Assurance and Attestation | 3 |
| Select one of the following: | 3 | |
| Advanced Financial Reporting | ||
| Advanced Income Tax Problems | ||
| Total Hours | 21 | |
Sample Sequence
for the degree of Bachelor of Science Major in Accountancy
This sample sequence is intended to be used only as a guide for degree completion. All students should work individually with their academic advisors to decide the actual course selection and sequence that works best for them based on their academic preparation and goals. Enrichment programming such as study abroad, minors, internships, and so on may impact the structure of this four-year plan. Course availability is not guaranteed during the semester indicated in the sample sequence.
Students must fulfill their Language Other Than English requirement by successfully completing a third level of a language other than English. For more information see the corresponding section on the Degree and General Education Requirements page.
First Year
| Requirements | Hours |
|---|---|
| BUS 101 - Professional Responsibility and Business | 3 |
| ECON 102 - Microeconomic Principles | 3 |
| CMN 101 - Public Speaking (or Composition I) | 3 |
| Language Other Than English (3rd Level) | 4 |
| General Education course | 3 |
| Semester Hours | 16 |
| Requirements | Hours |
|---|---|
| ECON 103 - Macroeconomic Principles | 3 |
| CS 105 - Intro Computing: Non-Tech | 3 |
| FIN 221 - Corporate Finance | 3 |
| Composition I or CMN 101 | 4 |
| Business Core Math course | 3 |
| Semester Hours | 16 |
Second Year
| Requirements | Hours |
|---|---|
| ACCY 201 - Accounting and Accountancy I | 3 |
| BUS 201 - Business Dynamics | 3 |
| BADM 210 - Business Analytics I | 3 |
| General Education course | 3 |
| General Education course | 4 |
| Semester Hours | 16 |
| Requirements | Hours |
|---|---|
| ACCY 202 - Accounting and Accountancy II | 3 |
| BADM 211 - Business Analytics II | 3 |
| BADM 275 - Introduction to Operations and Supply Chain Management | 3 |
| General Education course | 3 |
| General Education course | 3 |
| Semester Hours | 15 |
Third Year
| Requirements | Hours |
|---|---|
| ACCY 301 - Atg Measurement & Disclosure | 3 |
| ACCY 302 - Decision Making for Atg | 3 |
| BUS 301 - Business in Action | 3 |
| BADM 310 - Mgmt and Organizational Beh | 3 |
| General Education course | 4 |
| Semester Hours | 16 |
| Requirements | Hours |
|---|---|
| ACCY 303 - Accounting Institutions and Regulation | 3 |
| ACCY 304 - Accounting Control Systems | 3 |
| ACCY 312 - Principles of Taxation | 3 |
| BADM 320 - Principles of Marketing | 3 |
| General Education course | 3 |
| Semester Hours | 15 |
Fourth Year
| Requirements | Hours |
|---|---|
| ACCY 405 - Assurance and Attestation | 3 |
| BADM 300 - The Legal Environment of Bus | 3 |
| BUS 401 - Crafting Your Purpose in Business | 3 |
| General Education course | 3 |
| Free Elective course | 3 |
| Semester Hours | 15 |
| Requirements | Hours |
|---|---|
| ACCY 410 - Advanced Financial Reporting or ACCY 451 - Advanced Income Tax Problems | 3 |
| BADM 449 - Business Policy and Strategy | 3 |
| Free Elective course | 3 |
| Free Elective course | 3 |
| Free Elective course | 3 |
| Semester Hours | 15 |
Total Hours
Total hours for all requirements: 124
Learning Outcomes
for the degree of Bachelor of Science Major in Accountancy
- Disciplinary Competence: Students will have sufficient knowledge of accounting and data analytic concepts to solve structured and unstructured business problems.
- Written and Verbal Communication Competency: Students will be able to effectively communicate, both verbally and in writing. This competency will extend to communication in individual and team settings.
- Professional Responsibility: Students will develop an inclusive, team-oriented mindset that recognizes the value of diversity and belonging, and emphasizes professional responsibilities to themselves, their peers, and their community.
Contact Information
for the degree of Bachelor of Science Major in Accountancy
Department of Accountancy
Accountancy department website
360 Wohlers Hall
1206 South Sixth, Champaign, IL 61820
(217) 333-0857
accy@illinois.edu
Gies College of Business
Gies College of Business website
515 East Gregory Drive, Champaign, IL 61820
(217) 300-7327
Office of Undergraduate Programs
Gies College of Business Undergraduate Degrees
1055 Business Instructional Facility
515 East Gregory Drive, Champaign, IL 61820
(217) 333-2740
undergrads@business.illinois.edu
Undergraduate Admissions
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