Georgia Southern University

What you'll study

The programme combines a university general education core with business foundation courses and a focused sequence of accounting subjects. You will study financial accounting principles and reporting, managerial and cost accounting, taxation, auditing, and accounting information systems, together with complementary business topics such as finance, management, business law and economics.

• Core accounting sequence: introductory principles (financial and managerial), intermediate accounting, cost/managerial accounting, federal taxation, auditing, and advanced accounting topics.
• Accounting technology and practice: accounting information systems, spreadsheet and database applications, and the use of current accounting software and data analytics tools.
• Complementary business courses: business finance, micro‑ and macroeconomics, business law, management and marketing to give context to accounting decisions.
• Capstone and integrative experiences: a senior capstone or practicum that integrates financial reporting, ethical considerations and strategic decision making.
• Electives and special topics: courses in governmental and non‑profit accounting, forensic accounting, international accounting and advanced taxation often available to tailor study to career interests.
• Experiential learning: internships with public accounting firms, corporations, or government agencies, plus opportunities for case competitions and client projects.

The programme is structured to meet undergraduate degree requirements and to prepare students for graduate study or professional certification pathways; many students take additional coursework or a graduate accounting degree to fulfil professional credit-hour requirements for certification.

Entry requirements

Applicants must hold a recognised high school diploma or equivalent. Typical admission evaluates a combination of secondary school academic record, completion of college‑preparatory subjects (including mathematics and English), and other supporting materials. International applicants must provide evidence of English language proficiency through accepted tests or other university‑approved documentation.

Specific entry standards such as minimum grade point averages, required high school courses, and policies on standardised tests are set by the university and the Parker College of Business; applicants should consult the university admissions pages or contact admissions advisers for precise requirements and for any pathways available through transfer credit or dual‑enrolment programmes.

Career prospects

Graduates enter a broad range of accounting and finance roles. Typical entry and early‑career positions include:

• Public accounting roles in audit and tax with regional and national CPA firms
• Corporate accounting and financial reporting positions such as staff accountant or financial analyst
• Internal audit, compliance and risk roles within companies and institutions
• Government and non‑profit accounting positions, including budgeting and fund accounting
• Specialist roles in forensic accounting, tax preparation, consulting and accounting systems implementation

The degree also provides a foundation for professional certifications (CPA, CMA, CIA) and for continued study in a master’s programme in accounting, taxation or business. Career services, faculty advising and on‑campus recruiting help students identify internships and graduate roles with employers in the region and beyond.

Why study at Georgia Southern University

Georgia Southern’s accounting programme is delivered through the Parker College of Business and emphasises applied learning, professional readiness and connections to the regional business community. Students benefit from faculty with practitioner experience, opportunities for internships and client‑based projects, and involvement in student professional organisations that support networking and leadership development.

The university’s location provides access to accounting employers in nearby metropolitan and coastal areas, while campus resources such as career services, accounting labs and student chapters of national accounting societies support transition from study to work. The programme prepares students for immediate employment in accounting roles and for further study toward professional qualifications.