Undergraduate Degrees
B.S. in Accounting
The main objective of this program is to provide analytical skills and knowledge to enter any branch of the accounting profession with the primary focus of students' studies in the area of Public Accounting. Beginning in August 2009, students who wish to sit for the Certified Public Accounting (CPA) Examination in New York State will be required to have completed a 150-credit hour program. Students who complete both their B.S. degree in Accounting at Old Westbury and their M.S. degree in Accounting at Old Westbury will satisfy this requirement. Students planning to earn the M.S. degree should follow the M.S. track offered by the College.
Students planning to sit for the CPA Exam prior to August 2009 may take the non-M.S. track, but they will need to have their college credits validated by New York State on a course by course basis. Students should consult with the Director of Student Services within the School of Business for the appropriate track for their career plans. Although the program is geared primarily toward preparation for entry into public accountancy, graduates are also qualified to meet the accounting needs of all types of enterprises.
Career Opportunties
Graduates with an accounting degree will competitively qualify for positions in public accounting, private accounting, government and not-for-profit organizations. The national CPA exam provides an objective evaluation of the preparation level of students for public accounting. Recent statistics indicate that the performance of Old Westbury graduates compares favorably with the graduates of other colleges and universities within the region.
Graduate Degrees
M.S. in Accounting
Through the expertise of its faculty and innovation of its curriculum, Old Westbury offers an M.S. in Accounting that prepares both accounting and non-accounting professionals to advance in or begin a wide range of careers in accounting and business. The program's objective goes beyond technical training in accounting practices. The Old Westbury faculty encourages students to integrate technical knowledge with ethical judgment - with analytical skills that can be adapted to the ever-changing American business climate - and with the ability to communicate with others for the betterment of their organizations and themselves.
The Faculty
The members of the faculty of M.S. in Accounting program were selected because they are outstanding classroom instructors who also are available to share their expertise with you on an individual level. They have published scholarly papers in leading business periodicals, served on editorial boards, and served as consultants to leading organizations worldwide. In addition to their credentials as scholars, most of our faculty have achieved high levels of success in public accounting, corporate financial management, or as entrepreneurs. As evidence of their professional accomplishments, accounting faculty members hold a variety of certifications, including Certified Public Accountant (CPA), Personal Financial Specialist (PFS) and Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE).
The Curriculum
The Old Westbury M.S. is divided into two tracks: a 36-credit program for those who hold an undergraduate accounting degree and a 58-credit program for those holding other undergraduate degrees. Courses are offered over three full semesters each year - enabling those with an undergraduate accounting degree to complete the program in one full year of study.
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58 Credits |
| Analytical Core |
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| Financial Accounting |
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| Cost Accounting Management Applications |
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| Legal Environment of Business |
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| Organizational Behavior & Ethics |
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| Statistics for Financial Analysis & Planning |
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| Quantitative methods for Financial Decision Making |
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| marketing Strategies & Information Technology |
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| Financial Mangement for Planning and Analysis |
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| Money, Credit & Capital Markets |
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| Professional Core |
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| Financial Accounting Theory |
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| Advanced, Government & Not-For-Profit Accounting |
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| Auditing for Public Accounting |
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| Tax Accounting for Individuals |
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| Financial Reporting & Analysis |
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| International Accounting |
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| Accounting Information Systems |
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| Advanced Auditing and Assurance Services |
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| Taxation for Corporate Managers |
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| Accounting Research: Cases & Analysis |
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Admissions
Admission to the Old Westbury M.S. is very selective and follows guidelines established by the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business. Applicants must exhibit a proven track record in prior undergraduate and graduate studies. GMAT scores and letters of recommendation are also requirements for admission. To learn more about graduate admissions, click here.
Minors
Accounting Minor
Along with its degree-granting program, the Accounting Department offers a minor that affords students an opportunity to obtain a basic understanding of the financial language organizations use to communicate. It also provides supplemental business skills which the student can offer in the marketplace and broadens career opportunities, as well as provides a foundation for students planning to earn graduate business degrees.
