Bachelor of Science in Finance and Accounting Management — Oakland
Gain essential finance and accounting skills with a BS in Finance and Accounting Management. This program combines financial expertise, technology, and hands-on experience to prepare you for a successful career.
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Overview
Northeastern University’s Bachelor of Science in Finance and Accounting Management program is an accredited degree program built to equip students with the strategies and skills to accelerate their finance and accounting careers by applying academic coursework to real-world projects.
The Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB)–accredited curriculum integrates finance, accounting, technology, globalization, sustainability, and the impact of new forms of regulation with experiential learning opportunities in the financial and accounting industries.
Through hands-on courses students develop analytical capabilities empowering them to prepare and interpret financial statements, create and manage budgets, evaluate important metrics and reports, leverage assets, and maximize investments.
By integrating the latest finance and accounting trends with experience-powered learning opportunities - including those designed for working professionals like XN Projects and co-op experiences - this degree program will produce the next generation of knowledgeable, experienced finance and accounting professionals.
Program Objectives
- Entrepreneurship: Complete a strategic management analysis of an entrepreneurship or innovation challenge in a business setting.
- Accountability: Apply the process, tools, and concepts of financial reporting, financial statement analysis, and valuation used by investors and analysts to complete a real-world deliverable.
- Institutional Environment: Examine the foundational principles, concepts, and measurement theories relating to financial reporting and stewardship in both the internal and external environment.
- Global: Assess the structure and functions of the U.S. and international financial markets and institutions.
- Business Ethics: Develop and justify a position and/or an approach to an issue pertaining to business ethics and corporate social responsibility by dissecting a relevant case study
- Relationship Management: Integrate management best practices and tools to analyze a management problem in a given organization or community considering both the institutional and global environments.
Unique Features
- Opportunities to engage in co-op experiences within the financial industry.
- Accredited by the AACSB (business schools’ accrediting body)
- Students can tailor their degree to individual career goals by selecting courses from a variety of finance and accounting topics - or by choosing the program’s optional concentration in entrepreneurship.
- Taught by industry-aligned faculty who are thought leaders in the finance and accounting field
Career Prospects
A Bachelor of Science in Finance and Accounting Management prepares graduates to analyze financial performance, manage organizational budgets, ensure regulatory compliance, and support strategic business decision-making across industries including corporate finance, public accounting, nonprofit management, and government.
Financial Analyst
Financial analysts evaluate financial data, develop forecasts, assess investment opportunities, and help organizations make informed strategic decisions. Median annual salary: $99,890 (U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Outlook Handbook, Financial Analysts, May 2023 wage data).
Accountant and Auditor
Accountants and auditors prepare and examine financial records, ensure accuracy, and verify compliance with laws and regulations. Median annual salary: $79,880 (U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Outlook Handbook, Accountants and Auditors, May 2023 wage data).
Budget Analyst
Budget analysts assist organizations in planning finances, developing budgets, monitoring expenditures, and allocating resources efficiently. Median annual salary: $84,940 (U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Outlook Handbook, Budget Analysts, May 2023 wage data).
Cost and Tuition
Cost Per Credit
Estimated Total Tuition
This is an estimate based on the tuition rates for Academic Year 2025-2026 and does not include any fees or other expenses. Some courses and labs have tuition rates that may increase or decrease total tuition. Tuition and fees are subject to revision by the president and Board of Trustees at any time. Select programs at select campuses offer additional scholarships of up to 25% off the listed price for domestic students studying on campus. For more detailed information, please visit Student Financial Services.
For students interested in pursuing financial assistance or educational loans, additional educational costs, known as Cost of Attendance (COA) components, can be included in the calculation of aid and loan eligibility. Components may include food, housing, books, course materials, supplies, equipment, transportation, personal expenses, and the cost of obtaining a first professional licensure. You can find comprehensive details on the Student Financial Services website. Please keep in mind that COA can vary significantly depending on academic program, enrollment intensity, and individual circumstances.
Accreditations
AACSB Accreditation
Northeastern’s Bachelor of Science in Finance and Accounting Management is accredited by the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB), a hallmark of excellence in business education.
Admissions
Application Facts – begin at our website
- No application fees
- No SATs or ACTs required
- Multiple start terms per year
Requirements
- Online application – free and simple to complete
- Academic transcripts: submit one of the following
- Official high school degree or completed attestation form
- Official GED
- Official associate degree showing degree conferral and date
- Transfer credit documentation: should be submitted with your application material
- Academic transcripts from each institution you previously attended:
- Official U.S. transcripts: if you applied previously earned credit toward your earned associate degree, you must request transcripts from each institution you attended.
- Official foreign transcripts: must include English translation. We encourage you to submit a course-by-course evaluation of your diploma(s) and transcript(s)
- College-level examinations: official examination score(s)
- Military evaluation
- Academic transcripts from each institution you previously attended:
- Proof of English language proficiency: ONLY for students for whom English is not their primary language
For more information on Bachelor's Completion Admissions Requirements, please visit our Application Web Page.
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Finance Your Education We offer a variety of resources, including scholarships and assistantships.
Military Discount Active U.S. servicemembers and their spouses are eligible to receive an amended tuition rate of $250/semester hour for our Bachelor Completion Programs. Northeastern is committed to making education within reach and affordable for our military students.
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