Accounting/Finance (B.B.A.)

The Bachelor of Business Administration (B.B.A.) in Accounting/Finance at Oklahoma Christian University prepares students for entry-level roles in public, private, or governmental accounting and finance sectors. This program emphasizes foundational business knowledge, ethical considerations within a Christian worldview, and the development of critical thinking, analytical, and communication skills necessary for success in a global business environment. Graduates will gain proficiency in core accounting and finance concepts, financial statement analysis, investment valuation, personal financial planning, and the use of accounting information systems. The curriculum requires a minimum of 122 credit hours, including specific courses in accounting, finance, business law, ethics, and communication, along with a comprehensive university core curriculum. Students may also need to complete elective hours to reach the required total. The program structure ensures graduates are well-equipped to analyze financial performance, make informed investment decisions, and understand taxation and accounting technology. For those seeking to sit for the Certified Public Accountant (CPA) exam in Oklahoma, the program's structure, particularly when combined with a double major in accounting and finance, helps meet the required 150 college credit hours and 36 upper-level accounting course hours.

Curriculum

The Accounting/Finance B.B.A. program integrates specialized accounting and finance courses with a broad university core curriculum. The total degree requires a minimum of 122 credit hours.

1. Year 1
   • Introduction to BusinessBUSA-1111 / BUSA-1211
   • Foundations for Growth & SuccessBUSA-1011
   • Business Software ToolsINFO-1613
   • Principles of Financial AccountingACCT-2113
   • Principles of Managerial AccountingACCT-2213
   • Macroeconomic PrinciplesECON-2113
   • Microeconomic PrinciplesECON-2213
   • Quantitative ReasoningMATH-1174
   • University Core Curriculum Courses
2. Year 2
   • Skills for Career & Calling / Professional MentorshipBUSA-2011 / BUSA-3011 / BUSA-3601 / BUSA-3501
   • Business AnalyticsINFO-2613
   • Intermediate Accounting IACCT-3113
   • Intermediate Accounting IIACCT-3213
   • Cost AccountingACCT-3313
   • Income TaxationACCT-3413
   • Principles of FinanceFINC-3313
   • Principles of ManagementMGMT-3113
   • Principles of MarketingMGMT-3313
   • Business LawBUSA-3213
   • University Core Curriculum Courses
3. Year 3
   • Advanced Federation TaxationACCT-3513
   • Accounting Information SystemsACCT-3713
   • Advanced Accounting IACCT-4113
   • Advanced Accounting IIACCT-4213
   • AuditingACCT-4413
   • Data Analytics in AccountingACCT-4713
   • Student Investment Fund TeamFINC-3011
   • Intermediate Financial ManagementFINC-3323
   • Introduction to Personal Financial PlanningFINC-3413
   • Money and Financial MarketsFINC-3523
   • Investment AnalysisFINC-3613
   • Business EthicsBUSA-3713
   • Business and Professional CommunicationCOMM-3113
   • Management Information SystemsINFO-3613
   • Strategic Management (Capstone)MGMT-4613
4. Year 4
   • Student Investment Fund TeamFINC-3011
   • Principles of Personal Financial PlanningFINC-4013
   • Applications of Personal Financial PlanningFINC-4513
   • University Core Curriculum Courses

Careers

Graduates of the Accounting/Finance B.B.A. program are prepared for a variety of entry-level positions in diverse sectors. The program aims to equip students with the skills and knowledge needed to succeed in roles such as:

• Accountant
• Financial Analyst
• Auditor
• Tax Professional
• Investment Advisor
• Budget Analyst
• Management Accountant
• Controller
• Financial Planner