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Bachelor of Business Administration in Accounting

The Bachelor of Business Administration in Accounting at Georgia Southwestern State University provides a strong foundation for a wide range of business and accounting careers. Offered on campus or fully online, this accounting degree prepares students for traditional accounting roles as well as careers in banking, legal studies, government, and federal agencies such as the FBI. Many accountants pursue graduate education in diverse fields or earn professional recognition through certification and designation to become a Certified Public Accountant (CPA), Certified Management Accountant (CMA), Certified Internal Auditor (CIA), Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE), or Certified Financial Planner (CFP).

Program Curriculum

Minor Curriculum

Program Details

If you want to join the business world as an energetic problem solver and consultant on business strategies and financial operations, you may want to consider the field of accounting. The College of Business and Computing offers accounting students engaging activities in:

  • Preparing financial statements
  • Recording business transactions
  • Analyzing business performance
  • Determining costs and efficiencies to guide business decisions
  • Participating in strategic planning
  • Planning tax strategy
  • Managing health care benefits

Prefer to Learn Online?

Georgia Southwestern understands the importance of flexibility when it comes to education. Students have the opportunity to pursue a degree in Accounting on-campus or completely online!

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Certified Public Accountant (CPA) Certification

Georgia Southwestern’s BBA in Accounting program meets the educational requirements for graduates to take the CPA exam. Through required courses, our dedicated faculty will prepare graduates for careers in accounting by offering opportunities to complete internships, participate in summer leadership programs, and network with accounting professionals.

CPA Certification Details

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Undergraduate Major

Bachelor of Business Administration in Accounting

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Accounting Student Testimonials

Accounting Student Testimonial


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What Can You Do With a Degree in Accounting?

Explore career outcomes of GSW Accounting graduates, including top skills, employers, and job titles.

Career Snapshot for GSW Accounting Majors

Average Salary

$85,607

Top Employers

  • Draffin Tucker
  • State of Georgia
  • Deloitte
  • Internal Revenue Service
  • Mauldin and Jenkins

Job Titles

  • Accountant
  • Controller
  • Chief Financial Officer
  • Auditor
  • Financial Analyst

Top Skills

  • Microsoft Excel
  • Customer Service
  • Leadership
  • Management
  • Financial Reporting

Source: Steppingblocks, 2026

Our professors truly go above and beyond to make themselves accessible to students and provide so much guidance for students beyond the classroom. The accounting professors have played a huge role in helping me navigate my future opportunities. Their support has been invaluable to me.

Kaliyah Jordan Accounting
Ellaville, Georgia