Department of Accounting

The undergraduate accounting program is an intensive program designed to develop a professional accountant. The coursework will prepare the student for an accounting career in industry, government or public accounting. Practical exercise, as well as theoretical discussion, provides adequate preparation for the Uniform Certified Public Accountant Examination. A Certificate of Competence in SAP R/3 software is awarded to students upon completion of the core Financial and Management Accounting Information Systems courses. The accounting major is designed to provide flexibility in the selection of arts and science courses from broad groupings to augment the professional development of the student.

Saint Joseph's University is AACSB accredited in both business and accounting. This is an achievement realized by only 9 % of U.S. business schools.