Accounting professionals provide the financial information organizations rely on to make informed decisions. At Drexel University’s LeBow College of Business, coursework integrates all facets of accounting, including auditing, tax, data analytics, technology implementation and artificial intelligence (AI) to help you build the business knowledge and technical competencies employers seek.
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Class of 2025
As the business environment continues to evolve through advances in automation and AI, organizations need accounting professionals with a strong foundation in analytical thinking and sound business judgment.
At Drexel LeBow, you’ll gain hands-on experience with current accounting technologies while developing the practical skills needed to succeed in a rapidly changing profession.
Drexel LeBow’s BSBA in Accounting:
LeBow’s undergraduate accounting program is a member of the IMA’s Higher Education Endorsement Program.
Accounting majors build a strong foundation in financial accounting, managerial and cost accounting, auditing, taxation and accounting information systems while developing technical competencies in financial reporting, data analysis and internal controls. Throughout the curriculum, you’ll strengthen critical thinking, problem solving, communication and collaboration skills while applying technology, data analytics, data visualization and AI to real-world accounting challenges.
The recommended plan of study includes classes in applied and social sciences, marketing and business communication, finance, business law and management information systems. Through case-based learning, project-driven assignments and technology-enabled coursework, you’ll apply classroom concepts to authentic business scenarios while building skills aligned with current industry practice.
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Many students are interested in becoming a Certified Public Accountant (CPA) or Certified Management Accountant (CMA). The required curriculum for the BSBA with a major in accounting meets the education requirements to earn a CMA license. If you’re planning to obtain a CPA license, consult with your academic advisor and the Department of Accounting upon declaring the major to ensure ample time to fulfill the CPA requirements
Through the Drexel Co-op program, students alternate classroom learning with full-time professional experience through University-approved employers. With plans of study that allow for up to three co-ops, you can gain as much as 18 months of practical experience while building professional networks, developing career clarity and applying classroom knowledge in real-world settings.
Graduate with as much as 18 months of experience in the workplace
LeBow Class of 2024
Our students have done their LeBow co-ops in a variety of organizations, both locally and around the world.
Co-op is just one way to gain real-world experience at LeBow. Many students also expand their experience through consulting courses, case competitions, research projects, international residencies, industry events, alumni mentorship and other hands-on learning opportunities.
Many of these opportunities are made possible through the Dana and David Dornsife Office for Experiential Learning, where students work on real and simulated projects with industry partners. Partners have included organizations such as Unilever, the Philadelphia 76ers, Boeing, PwC, and nonprofit and governmental agencies.
The research aspects of so many of my classes really prepared me for this position with EY. I loved that it was not just theory, it was real world. You would read a paper about some real problem that is going on and then see the theory in action.
Malinka Ranasinghe ’16
Tax Staff
EY
Read more about MalinkaThink accountants just do taxes? Think again. A business degree with an accounting major is useful in nearly any field or sector. Accounting graduates build careers across public accounting, corporate finance, tax, risk management and consulting. Accounting expertise can be applied to any setting such as financial institutions, nonprofit organizations and local, state and federal government.
Accounting career paths include:
Tax is just one of many career paths in the diverse accounting field. Additional areas include (but are not limited to):
Accountants are not going away. While many routine processes are being automated, companies will continue seeking accountants for their deep understanding of business along with their skills in critical and creative thinking, data analytics, technology and more. Drexel LeBow integrates AI throughout the curriculum so students graduate prepared for the evolving profession.
Accountants use basic math, such as algebra and statistics, on a regular basis but often use technology to automate the most complex calculations. Moreover, accountants apply data analytics to derive insights that inform financial business decisions.
Accountants can be extroverted, and they require strong leadership skills. They work as critical team members in practically every aspect of a company to tackle projects, such as maximizing profitability, and are equipped to transition into leadership roles or run their own businesses. Accountants also have opportunities to mix remote work with travel to client locations.
All undergraduate applications are processed through Drexel University’s central admissions portal. Have questions about applying to LeBow? Our undergraduate enrollment team is here to help.
Find the information you need to plan for your education through Drexel Central. Review tuition and fees, estimate the cost of attendance, and explore financial aid resources, including scholarships, grants, loans and payment options.
Our staff is ready to help you with any questions you may have about the application process, including which program is right for you. We look forward to hearing from you.
Caitlin Brady
Director, Undergraduate Programs and Recruitment
(215) 571-3570 cem398@drexel.eduGerri C. LeBow Hall 333
