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Accounting and Information Systems

College of Business

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Accounting and Information Systems

The accounting and information systems program is the unique combination of the traditional accounting major with a rigorous information systems focus. • Offered at WSU: Bachelor of arts in business administration with a major in accounting and information systems • Available at: Pullman

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Requirements and Core Courses

Bachelor of Arts in Business Administration with a major in Accounting and Information Systems REQUIREMENTS FOR JOINING PROGRAM After taking 60 credit hours, completing 10 specified courses (EconS 101 and 102, Engl 101, Acctg 230 and 231, B Law 210, MgtOp 215, Math 201 and 202, MIS 250), and earning a 2.5 GPA, students can certify into a specific major within business, such as accounting and information systems. • NOTE: Certification is required for enrollment in all 300- and 400-level business courses. In addition to University general education requirements, students in this major must take the following: BUSINESS REQUIREMENTS EconS 101—Fundamentals of Microeconomics EconS 102—Fundamentals of Macroeconomics Engl 101—Introductory Writing Acctg 230—Introduction to Financial Accounting Acctg 231—Introduction to Managerial Accounting B Law 210—Law and the Legal Environment of Business MgtOp 215—Statistics Math 201—Intro to Finite Math for Business & Econ Math 202—Intro to Math Analysis for Business & Econ MIS 250—Managing Information Technology MgtOp 340—Operations Management Fin 325—Finance MgtOp 301—Principles of Management & Organization Mktg 360—Marketing Engl 402—Technical and Professional Writing      or Engl 403—Technical and Professional Writing ESL MgtOp 491—Business Strategy and Policy      or 492—Small Business Policy Any [C] class in ComSt or HD PolSci—any three-credit class Any [D or S] class in Soc or Psych ACCOUNTING AND INFORMATION SYSTEMS REQUIREMENTS EconS 301[M]—Theory of the Firm and Market Policy      or 320[M]—Money and Banking      or 340[M]—Public Finance and Taxation Acctg 330—Intermediate Accounting I Acctg 331—Intermediate Accounting II Acctg 335—Introduction to Taxation Acctg 338—Cost Accounting Acctg 433[M]—Accounting Systems and Auditing Acctg 438[M]—Advanced Cost Accounting and Management      or Acctg 439[M]—Auditing MIS 171—Intro to Business Programming MIS 322[M]—Systems Analysis & Design MIS 372[M]—Database Management Systems Two of Group A: MIS 271—Intermediate Business Programming MIS 325—Enterprise Business Programming MIS 374—Telecommunications & Networking MIS 375—Electronic Commerce & the Internet MIS 426—Emerging Technologies NOTE: Students should consult the General Catalog for course planning and must meet course requirements as outlined in the General Catalog in order to graduate.

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Careers in Accounting and Information Systems

AIS graduates can work as accountants, consultants, and auditors. They can specialize and become experts in computer auditing and controls, accounting information systems, e-commerce, security, and information systems consulting. AIS careers could be characterized by rapid increases in salary and responsibility. AIS graduates will find career positions in public accounting firms, consulting firms, financial institutions, high tech and start-up companies, and manufacturing, agribusiness, communication, government, and health care organizations. Graduates can boost their opportunities by attaining professional certification as a CPA (certified public accountant), CMA (certified management accounting), and CIA (certified internal auditor). With experience, AIS graduates can become chief financial officers, partners, and controllers in organizations of all sizes around the world.

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Salaries

Similar to graduates in the related fields of accounting and management information systems, there is a wide range of salaries. Entry-level accountants report salaries ranging from $37,000-43,000, while MIS graduates start at $45,000-50,000. Master’s and doctoral degrees as well as professional certifications can greatly impact an AIS graduate’s future salary growth.

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Scholarships and Financial Aid

Students majoring in AIS qualify for scholarships scholarships from the Department of Accounting and may also be eligible for scholarships from WSU’s College of Business.

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Campus Organizations and Activities

There are two student clubs that will interest AIS students: Beta Alpha Psi (the Accounting honorary) and the MIS Club. Both meet frequently and allow students to network with others who share their interests. The clubs host alumni and executive guests who share their real-world experiences and discuss technical issues, career opportunities, and special topics like ethics, liability, and job interviews. The groups expose members to internship and job opportunities and often coordinate field trips to firms as well as fun activities on campus.

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Related Fields of Study That Might Interest You

• Accounting • Management information systems

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Contact Information

Department of Accounting

Washington State University Todd Hall, Room 242 PO Box 644729 Pullman, WA 99164-4729 (Fax: 509-335-4275)

accounting@cb.wsu.edu

509-335-8541

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Strengths of the Program

• All accounting and information systems internships are paid internships, offering opportunities throughout the U.S. and abroad.
• The College of Business and Economics is one of the few U.S. business schools with all business and accounting programs fully accredited by AACSB International.
• Benefit from business professors who help guide career decisions, and from four professional advisors who work full-time to assist students with academic course planning.
• Our expert faculty and advisory boards of involved alumni and seasoned business professionals provide solid career and internship connections.
• WSU hosts career fairs that bring recruiters to campus and the region each year to talk to students about internships and jobs.

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