BS in Accounting: Auditing and Forensic Accountancy

Frequently Asked Questions

What Kind of Program Is It?

The Bachelor of Science in Accounting with an Auditing/Forensic Accountancy emphasis area may help prepare students for employment in the accounting field. Coursework includes general education courses in areas like communications and mathematics, major area courses like accounting, business law, and economics, and emphasis area courses like auditing and forensic accounting. Students also have the chance to pursue courses that interest them outside of accounting in order to fulfill the 59 credit requirement for open electives.

What Are the Prerequisites?

Students entering the Bachelor of Science in Accounting with an Auditing/Forensic Accountancy emphasis area may benefit from experience with computer applications, strong numerical skills, and an interest in finance. Applicants to Kaplan University's programs should have a high school diploma or GED and be a citizen or permanent resident of the U.S. Since the program is offered online, applicants should have access to a computer.

What Are the Course Requirements?

In order to obtain the Bachelor of Science degree, students must complete 24 credits in their emphasis area, 88 credits in their major, 33 credits in core requirements, and 59 credits of open electives. A total of 180 credits must be earned to graduate.

Auditing/Forensic Accountancy Emphasis Area Requirements

• Academic Strategies for the Business Professional
• Accounting I
• Accounting II
• Managerial Accounting
• Federal Tax
• Macroeconomics
• Business Math
• 100/200 Level Major Elective
• Intermediate Accounting I
• Intermediate Accounting II
• Business Law
• Bachelor's Capstone in Management
• Intermediate Accounting III
• Auditing
• Advanced Accounting
• Advanced Forensic Accounting
• 100/200 Level Core Requirements
• 300/400 Level Core Requirements
• Open Electives

What Are My Post-Graduation Opportunities?

Career Opportunities

Students completing Kaplan University's Bachelor of Science in Accounting with an Auditing/Forensic Accountancy emphasis area may have developed skills in managerial accounting, taxation, and auditing. These skills may prepare them for a number of positions in the account and auditing fields. You could pursue these types of entry-level positions:

• Auditor
• Forensic accountant
• Financial analyst

Advanced Degrees

Students completing this Kaplan University program who plan on continuing their education may consider graduate degree programs. Graduate degree programs may allow students to further refine their skills in accounting and auditing or to develop skills in a new area. Here are a few graduate degrees that you could consider:

• Master of Accountancy in Financial Accounting
• Master of Business Administration
• Master of Science in Finance