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DEGREE TYPE
Bachelor's Degree
PROGRAM TYPE
Undergraduate
LOCATION
Online
Online Degree in Accounting
BSBA
Online
Online
DEGREE TYPE
Bachelor's Degree
PROGRAM TYPE
Undergraduate
LOCATION
COLLEGE
DEPARTMENT
Your path to a rewarding career in accounting starts here—on your own schedule.
Our AACSB accredited online degree in accounting is designed for students who need flexibility. Whether you're a recent high school graduate, balancing a job, or managing family responsibilities, this fully online accounting degree offers the convenience and quality education you need to succeed in today’s competitive business world.
In addition to your online coursework, gain experience-driven opportunities through internship and study-abroad programs.
Where Bold Ideas Take Shape
Accounting is the art and practice of measuring, interpreting, and communicating information about financial activity. While earning your online degree in accounting, learn the rules and procedures of financial, cost, tax, and governmental accounting. More specifically, you’ll drive real change:
- Be prepared for future professional exams with a curriculum guided by input from an advisor board of partners from St. Louis and the region.
- Continue working, secure an internship, or balance life’s other responsibilities by taking online courses.
- Count upper-level courses towards a master’s degree with the accelerated MBA program.
What Can You Do with an Online Degree in Accounting?
After finishing Southeast's AACSB accredited online accounting program you'll be prepared for a range of career opportunities. Graduates often pursue roles as accountants, auditors, or financial analysts, working in industries like finance, government, or corporate business. The degree also lays the foundation for advanced certifications such as CPA or CMA, allowing you to enhance your career potential further. Whether you aspire to work with global corporations or start your own firm, this degree provides the expertise you need to succeed.
Career Opportunities For Online Degree in Accounting Graduates
- Accountant
- Auditor
- Certified Public Accountant (CPA)
- Budget Analyst
- Tax Examiner
- Financial Analyst
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Accounting Majors Outcomes & Careers
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$93k
Accountant and Auditor 
According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, the median annual salary for an accountant/auditor is $93,520.
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$128k
Financial Analyst and Advisor
According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, the median annual salary for a financial analyst is $116,490.
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$94k
Budget Analyst
According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, the median annual salary for budget analysts is $93,920.
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$104k
Financial Examiner
According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, the median annual salary for a financial examiner is $103,650.
Accounting Curriculum
The accounting degree requires a minimum of 120 credit hours to complete, including the general education requirements and at least 39 senior division hours.
A grade of ‘C’ is required in each core course.
- AC221 Principles of Accounting I (3)
- AC222 Principles of Accounting II (3)
- BA101 The Business Universe (3)
- BA490 Business Policy and Strategy (3)
- BL255 Business Law (3)
- FI361 Financial Management (3)
- MG301 Principles of Management (3)
- MI375 Management Information Systems (3)
- MK301 Principles of Marketing (3)
Choose 3 hours:*
- AC540 International Perspectives of Accounting (3)
- BA560 Topics in International Business (3)
a major.
Support
Some courses may fulfill General Education requirements. A grade of ‘C’ or better is required in each support course.
- BA252 Business Communication (2)
- BA452 Professionalism (1)
- EC215 Principles of Microeconomics (3)
- EC225 Principles of Macroeconomics (3)
- EN140 Rhetoric & Critical Thinking (3)
- MA116 Precalculus A or MA123 Mathematical Reasoning and Modeling (3)
- MI101 Intro to Computer Applications (3)
- QM257 Business Analytics I (3)
- QM258 Business Analytics II (3)
- SC105 Fundamentals of Oral Communication (3)
NOTE: All 100 and 200 level core and support courses are prerequisite to all 300 level business core and business major courses.
- AC321 Financial Acct and Reporting I (3)
- AC330 Accounting Analytics and Information Systems (3)
- AC332 Financial Acct and Reporting II (3)
- AC333 Accounting and Data Analysis (3)
- AC435 Taxation of Individuals (3)
- AC443 Financial Accounting and Reporting III (3)
- MI001 Microsoft Excel Certification (0)
Choose 3 hours:
- MA223 Elementary Probability and Statistics (3)
- PY271 Psychological Research I (3)
- SO242 Statistics for Social Scientists (3)
- SW242 Statistics for Social Scientists (3)
Choose 6 Hours From:
- AC534 Advanced Financial Accounting (3)
- AC537 Advanced Auditing and Assurance Services (3)
- AC545 Taxation of Business Entities (3)
- AC548 Government and Not-For-Profit Accounting (3)
Choose 9 hours From:
- AC331 Cost Accounting and Analysis (3)
- AC473 Internship in Accounting (3)
- AC534 Advanced Financial Accounting (3)
- AC537 Advanced Auditing and Assurance Services (3)
- AC540 International Perspectives in Accounting (3)
- AC545 Taxation of Business Entities (3)
- AC548 Governmental and Not-For-Profit Accounting (3)
- AC550 Fraud Examination and Forensic Accounting (3)
- AC555 Forensic Accounting Analytics (3)
Some requirements may be fulfilled by coursework in a major program.
- Social and Behavioral Sciences – 6 hours
- Constitution Requirement – 3 hours
- Written Communication – 6 hours
- Oral Communication – 3 hours
- Natural Sciences – 7 hours (from two disciplines, one to include a lab)
- Mathematics – 3 hours
- Humanities & Fine Arts – 9 hours (from at least two disciplines)
- Additional requirements – 5 hours (to include UI100 for native students)
- Civics examination
First Year
Fall Semester (16)
- UI100 (1)
- EN100 (3)
- BA101 (3)
- MA116 or MA123 (3)
- MI101 (3)
- General Education (3)
Spring Semester (15)
- EC215 (3)
- EN140 (3)
- SC105 (3)
- General Education (3)
- General Education (3)
Second Year
Fall Semester (17)
- AC221 (3)
- BA252 (2)
- EC225 (3)
- QM257 (3)
- General Education (3)
- General Education (3)
Spring Semester (15)
- AC222 (3)
- AC321 (3)
- BL255 (3)
- QM258 (3)
- General Education (3)
(Summer courses are encouraged to avoid 18-hour semesters.)
Third Year
Fall Semester (15)
- AC331 (3)
- AC332 (3)
- BA452 (1)
- FI361 (3)
- General Education (2)
- Elective (3)
Spring Semester (15)
- AC330 (3)
- AC435 (3)
- MG301 (3)
- MI375 (3)
- MK301 (3)
Fourth Year
Fall Semester (15)
- AC437 (3)
- Accounting Elective (3)
- International Course (3)
- General Education (3)
- General Education (3)
Spring Semester (12)
- BA490 (3)
- Accounting Elective (3)
- Accounting Elective (3)
- Elective (3)
What will it cost?
Harrison College of Business & Computing
This program is housed in the Harrison College of Business and Computing. The College prepares students for the global marketplace. Alumni work for some of the world’s largest corporations to some of today’s most innovative startups. The focus is on creating and innovating, data and trends, supported by faculty mentors who themselves are leaders in business and computing.
Leisa Marshall, Ph.D.
Professor of Accounting in the Department of Accounting, Economics and Finance
I am quite ecstatic for the opportunity to offer our accounting program online. It is very exciting to help people pursue their goal of working in the accounting profession. It is equally exciting for us to be able to reach out, whether geographically close or far removed, and connect with those seeking to deepen their accounting education in the online environment. I look forward to working with future accounting professionals and helping to turn their dreams a reality.
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Missouri’s opened the door to a more educated workforce. We want to help you walk through it. If you’re an adult learner and a Missouri resident returning to college, learn about the Fast Track Workforce Incentive Grant. It’s a statewide financial aid program that can be used to pursue a certificate, degree or industry-recognized credential in a high need area in Missouri. This major is eligible for the Fast Track grant.
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Online Learning at SEMO
When it comes to your success, we do whatever it takes. Online learning at SEMO takes the same reputable college courses taught by Southeast faculty and makes them available anytime, anywhere.
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Getting the Job
Your education is just one piece to launching an extraordinary career. Once you’ve mastered the material, you still have to find the job you want, make the right connections, and sell your knowledge and experience—if all this is giving you anxiety, don’t panic. SEMO’s Career Services office is here to help you with the next step. Our boldly supportive faculty will provide the expertise and support you need, so you’re landing your dream job in no time.
Accelerated Master’s Degree
SEMO offers an accelerated master’s degree for current students. You can get both undergraduate and graduate credit for some 500 level courses, meaning you can graduate with an MBA sooner.
Additional Resources
98% of Harrison College of Business and Computing graduates are employed or enrolled in grad school within a year.
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Mailing Address
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Cape Girardeau, MO 63701