Accounting at Ozarks

The accounting major is designed to provide students with the knowledge and tools necessary to enter graduate school or to begin a career in private accounting. The course requirements include a broad base of general business subjects and a selection of advanced accounting topics. The development of problem-solving skills grounded in accounting theory and practice is stressed.

The Arkansas State Board of Accountancy requires that students planning to sit for the CPA Exam in 1998 and subsequent years have 150 semester hours of college course work, including a baccalaureate degree and a concentration in accounting. Courses selected beyond the requirements for the Bachelor of Science degree should be utilized for the purposes of professional development.

Aside from courses listed in the business core, a course may not be used to satisfy the requirements of two different majors within the Business Enterprise program. Overlapping courses found in the concentration areas must be substituted with other courses as approved by the student's advisor and the division chair. Internship/practicum credit does not count toward satisfying major/minor requirements.

The unique liberal arts approach to the study of business at University of the Ozarks is designed to prepare students for a lifetime of challenges and opportunities in an ever-changing world. Courses emphasize communication, human relations and critical thinking skills, as well as the development of student leadership, versatility and adaptability.

Opportunities outside the classroom: Only at Ozarks will you find the Baldor Executive-In-Residence program, which has brought to campus top business executives from companies including Baldor Electric, Dow Jones & Company and Wal Mart Stores, Inc., who have given students the opportunity to learn from their experiences on the front lines of the business world.

Campus organizations, including Future Business Leaders of America/Phi Beta Lambda (PBL) and Students in Free Enterprise (SIFE) promote hands-on leadership and decision-making enterprises, encourage community service, offer social interactionand provide opportunities for students to compete against other college teams in various business competitions. Students also have access to various job search resources.

To learn more: Email us, or call (800) 264-8636. We'll send you an information packet that describes all the opportunities at Ozarks!