Bachelor of Science in Accounting
The LSUA Bachelor of Science in Accounting program provides students with a strong accounting and business knowledge, preparing them for success in the financial world. Through a comprehensive curriculum, students develop essential problem-solving and analytical skills, enabling them to assess financial data and make strategic decisions. The program also provides focused preparation for the CPA exam, positioning graduates for advanced certifications and career growth. Discover how LSUA can help you achieve your professional goals in the high-demand field of accounting.
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Concentrations
Tailor your degree with these concentration options
The general accounting concentration provides students with a comprehensive understanding of accounting principles, financial management, and tax regulations. This program prepares graduates for careers in accounting, auditing, and financial analysis, offering practical skills for a wide range of business environments.
Career Opportunities:
Certified Public Accountant (CPA)
Financial Analyst
Auditor
Tax Consultant
Management Accountant
Internal Auditor
Controller
Budget Analyst
Payroll Manager
Financial Planner
The accounting information systems and data analytics concentration combines accounting and business knowledge with advanced problem-solving and analytical skills. The program emphasizes data analytics, preparing students for real-world challenges. It also offers focused CPA exam preparation, equipping graduates with the expertise needed to excel in accounting and data-driven roles.
Career Opportunities:
Financial and Tax Accountant
Auditor
Data Analyst
Managerial Accountant
Chief Financial Officer
Controller
The fraud and forensic accounting concentration equips students with essential accounting and business knowledge, emphasizing problem-solving, analytical skills, and data analytics. The program prepares graduates for the CPA exam, offering comprehensive training in fraud detection, prevention, and investigation within various business contexts.
Career Opportunities:
Financial and Tax Accountant
Auditor
Fraud and Forensic Accountant
Managerial Accountant
Chief Financial Officer
Controller
Career Opportunities
LSUA graduates have found success in a wide variety of careers, including:
Financial Accountant
Auditor (External or Internal)
Tax Accountant
Managerial Accountant
Chief Financial Officer
Controller
Transferable Skills
Graduates of the program gain highly transferable skills that prepare them for diverse career opportunities in finance, business, and beyond.
Expertise in interpreting and presenting financial data is critical for decision-making in various industries.
Precision in financial records and compliance ensures accuracy and reliability, valuable in any role requiring meticulousness.
Understanding of business principles and financial strategies equips graduates to contribute to organizational success.
Ability to explain financial concepts and collaborate with diverse teams fosters strong professional relationships.
Recommended Minors
Broaden your knowledge and career opportunities!
A minor structured around upper‑level courses in communication that aims to deepen understanding of media, rhetoric, and interpersonal skills
A focused minor composed of core CMIS courses at the 3000–4000‑level, designed to enhance technical competencies in information systems and their business applications
This minor includes foundational and upper‑level psychology coursework, offering students insight into psychological theory, behavior, and research methods
Geared toward undergraduates interested in law school, this minor requires a combination of general education, political science, and upper‑level courses to build critical thinking and legal awareness
A minor structured around writing and literature courses, including mid‑level and upper‑level study, designed to strengthen writing proficiency and analytical abilities
The Artificial Intelligence (AI) Minor provides students with a strong foundation in the rapidly evolving field of AI. The program introduces core concepts, tools, and applications that drive modern intelligent systems while emphasizing ethical decision-making and real-world problem-solving.
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