BS in Business Administration (Accounting Information Systems), San Jose State University

48 Months

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About this course

This program combines accounting and management information systems to prepare students for careers in accounting information technology. Offered by the Department of Accounting and Finance, the curriculum emphasizes relevant accounting, internal control, and information technology issues. Students will take courses in database design, networking, data communications, systems analysis and design, and information technology audit, all with an accounting focus. Graduates enter a growing, dynamic area in accounting with career paths in information technology, internal audit, forensic accounting, risk management, or litigation services. They also qualify to sit for the CISA examination.

Why this course is highly recommended

Students interested in the intersection of accounting and information technology will find this program especially valuable, as it prepares them for a fast-growing and dynamic field. Graduates are attractive to both public accounting firms and corporations, with versatile career options in IT, internal audit, forensic accounting, or risk management.

Specialisation

The concentration narrows in on accounting information systems, blending courses in database design, networking, systems analysis, and IT audit with an accounting emphasis, ensuring students are well-prepared for roles that require both technical and accounting expertise.

Course fees

Application fees

15.38L

1st year tuition fees

15.38L

Living cost

Degree requirements

To earn the BS in Business Administration with an AIS concentration, students must complete 120 units, including 38 university graduation units, 15 in major preparation, 40 in major core requirements, and 27 in concentration requirements. Courses in the concentration must be completed with at least a grade of C, and a GPA of 2.0 is required for all business classes. Specific coursework includes foundation courses, core business courses, and concentration courses related to accounting information systems.

English language test

TOEFL

PTE

DUOLINGO

120

IELTS

6.5

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Career prospects

Graduates are prepared for roles in accounting information technology, internal audit, forensic accounting, risk management, and litigation services. They are also qualified to take the CISA exam, opening further career opportunities in auditing and IT security.

FAQs

What courses are part of the concentration in AIS?

The concentration includes courses such as Accounting Information Systems, Advanced AIS and IS Risk Assessment, Network Environment and Accounting Controls, IT Audit in Accounting, Programming and Systems Development in AIS, Intermediate Accounting, Management Accounting and Control Systems, and electives like Taxation, Forensic Accounting, and Financial or Operational Auditing.

What are the graduation requirements for this program?

Students need to complete 120 units, maintain a GPA of at least 2.0 in all business classes, and earn at least a grade of C in all courses within the concentration.