Is an Accounting Information Systems Degree Online Program right for you?
Are you looking for a unique business degree program that gives you the training to make an impact? If so, SNHU’s program in Accounting Information Systems deserves a look. This online program combines the detail orientation of an accounting degree with the systems focus of an information systems degree to create value for today’s businesses. This program reflects the industry trend of hiring graduates with expertise in both areas. The Accounting Information system degree online program and the campus-based program at SNHU focus on development of real-world skills desired by employers.
Why the BS in Accounting Information Systems Degree Online Program at SNHU?
As a private, affordable non-profit accredited university, SNHU focuses on ensuring you have the necessary skills to succeed. Whether you enroll in the online accounting and information technology degree online program or the program at any of our five regional campuses, you will benefit from an SNHU education:
- Quality education at one of the most affordable tuition rates available
- Choose how you want to learn: online, campus-based or a combination or both
- Experiential-based learning bringing actual business situations to the classrooms
- Professors and instructors who are actively involved with their students success
- Students in our online accounting and information technology degree programs have 24/7/365 access to class – attend when it is most convenient for you
Accounting Information Systems Employment Opportunities
The BS in Accounting-Information Systems degree online program offers in demand training. Opportunities for SNHU graduates exist in accounting firms, consulting companies and industries.
Accounting is a high-growth occupation. The Bureau of Labor Statistics finds "employment of accountants and auditors", is expected to grow by 16 percent between 2010 and 2020.
Visit our Career Development Center online to learn more about career opportunities in Accounting.
Accounting Information Systems Learning Outcomes
Whether you decide to attend our Accounting Information Technology classes online or through one of our New England-based campuses, the SNHU Accounting Information Systems degree online program will prepare you to:
- Design and maintain financial accounting systems
- Apply systems theory and management techniques to business situations
Transfer of Credit
If you are a student who wants transfer to SNHU or simply want to finish what you’ve started, we try to make transferring as easy as possible. We will accept up to 90 transferred academic credits and we automatically complete an official credit evaluation as part of the application review process.
Request an unofficial preliminary transfer credit evaluation to see how many of your credits will transfer
Accounting Information Systems Curriculum
By enrolling in SNHU’s Accounting Information Systems degree online program or at one of our campuses, you receive a solid foundation in both accounting and information systems principles and practices. As part of their course of study, students will apply their classroom learning to real-world situations.
ACC 207 Cost Accounting
ACC 307 Intermediate Accounting I
ACC 308 Intermediate Accounting II
ACC 405 Advanced Accounting I
ACC 406 Advanced Accounting II
ACC 411 Auditing Principles
IT 201 Computer Platform Technologies
IT 315 Object Oriented Analysis and Design
IT 415 Advanced Information Systems Design
IT 420 Advanced Information Systems Implementation
IT ELE Two information technology electives (as recommended by an advisor)
ACC/TAX/ One ACC/TAX
or
One IT elective
Three free electives
Business Core Courses
ACC 201 Financial Accounting
ACC 202 Managerial Accounting
BUS 206 Business Law I
FIN 320 Principles of Finance
IT 210 Business Systems Analysis and Design
MKT 113 Introduction to Marketing
OL 125 Human Relations in Administration
OL 421 Strategic Management and Policy
B.A./B.S. Core Courses
They teach basic academic skills and provide the basis for your education at SNHU. You are encouraged to complete these courses early in your academic career. English and Mathematics courses must be completed within the first 63 credits (transfer students consult with your advisor).
ENG 120 College Composition I
ENG 200 Sophomore Seminar
IT 100 Introduction to Information Technology
COM 212 Public Speaking
SNHU 303 SNHU Experience: Life After SNHU*
SNHU 404 SNHU Experience: General Education Capstone*
*Or one free elective for Online and On location students and transfers with 15+ credits.
Choose one of the following:
MAT 101 Culinary Mathematics (Culinary Majors Only)
MAT 106 Math for Elementary Education I (Education Majors Only)
MAT 130 Applied Finite Math
MAT 140 Precalculus
MAT 200 Mathematics for the Humanities
MAT 210 Calculus I
MAT 230 Discrete Mathematics
MAT 240 Applied Statistics
MAT XX Mathematics Elective Based on School
They provide a basis of knowledge about human culture, society, history and the environment. They teach critical thinking skills and a broader perspective about the world.
Choose one of the following:
FAS 201 Introduction to Humanities I
FAS 202 Introduction to Humanities II
FAS 223 Appreciation and History of Music
FAS 340 Modern Art
FAS 370 American Art
Choose one of the following:
HIS 109 Western Civilization I
HIS 110 Western Civilization II
HIS 113 United States History I
HIS 114 United States History II
Choose one 200 level Literature Elective
Choose one of the following:
PHL 210 Introduction to Western Philosophy
PHL 212 Introduction to Ethics
PHL 214 Logic, Language and Argumentation
PHL 230 Religions of the World
Choose one Science Elective (not SCI 215)
Choose four (4) other electives:
Social and Behavioral Science Elective (ATH, ECO, POL, PSY, SOC, SSC)*
*No more than two of these four in the same discipline
Global Marker: Every student must collect two (2) global markers to graduate. A number of courses which meet other requirements are also classified as global and carry the global marker (G). These markers must be taken at SNHU.
Total Credits: 45
SNHU's Online degree programs meet the needs of today's students while at the same time ensuring educational quality and real-world applicability. Contact us to learn more about the SNHU difference.
