AACSB Accredited
Stonehill’s business program is accredited by AACSB International, placing us within an elite group of higher education institutions that make up less than 5% of the world’s business schools.
Accounting Major
Accounting has long been one of Stonehill’s most popular majors and one that attracts many of the Northeast’s best students.
Accountants defined as much by character as business acumen
Our accounting majors gain not only exceptional skills and experiences, but also a moral compass and sense of compassion that sets them apart.
Program Overview
An accounting degree from Stonehill's Department of Accounting & Taxation prepares students for any number of challenging careers in a wide range of responsible positions in business, government and nonprofit organizations, including:
- Certified Public Accountant (CPA)
- Controller
- Accounting manager
- Internal auditor
- Forensic accountant
The Curriculum
We offer a broad-based accounting curriculum that educates the whole person, fosters lifelong learning and produces highly sought-after graduates. Companies that employ our accounting graduates often say their decision was based on our students’ wide portfolio of skills.
We produce critical thinkers and effective communicators who can adapt to an ever-changing business environment.
Recent Accolades
Organizations involved in assessing U.S. colleges and universities continually cite Stonehill as being among the best in the nation when it comes to value, outcomes and a commitment to making the world a better place. See full list of accolades.
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WSJ “Value Added” Formula Rockets Stonehill Higher in Rankings
Stonehill moved up 62 places in this year’s WSJ “America's Best Colleges 2024” rankings, putting it in the top 12 among Massachusetts schools and top 6 percent nationally.
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Princeton Review Ranks Stonehill in Top 20 in U.S. for Quality of Life
After considering input for 165,000 at colleges and universities across the country, The Princeton Review recently ranked Stonehill College 19th out of 389 schools for quality of life.
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Money Magazine Ranks Stonehill Among Most Elite Colleges in U.S.
Less than 20% of the 700 schools on Money’s 2023 Best College list, including Stonehill, received 4.5 stars or higher in the magazine’s 5-star rating system.
Sample Courses
First-Year Business Experience
BUS 101
Through structured business simulation, students are introduced to the disciplines of accounting, finance, management, marketing and international business. Emphasis is placed on critical thinking, oral and written case analyses, oral presentations, teamwork current events and interaction with guest speakers. The course also includes discussions of ethical practices, historical and global issues affecting today’s organizations. Only open to First Year Students.
Introduction to Data Analytics
BUS 201
Introduction to the theory and practice of data analytics. This course exposes students to the range of applications across fields and provides rudimentary coverage of data structures, simple data queries, the types and goals of analytic models and modern visualization. Lecture, exercises, projects and guest speakers.
Business Ethics: Moral Perspectives and Business Decisions
BUS 334
Examines moral perspectives for business and firms, and applies them to real world phenomena. Focuses on the business decisions to embrace ethical consideration and provide social impacts. Extensive use of case discussion and team assignments. Topics include ethical reasoning, stakeholder management, corporate governance, socially responsible investment, environmental sustainability, and moral issues in accounting, finance, international business, management, and marketing.
Where Our Graduates Work
Stonehill’s accounting graduates go on to work at a range of notable organizations. Continue exploring where Stonehill graduates work.
By the Numbers
Stonehill graduates benefit from a strong academic foundation and access to an extensive suite of experiential learning opportunities. The result this year is that within six months of graduating, 97 percent of Class of 2022 accounting majors were employed or accepted into graduate school.
$68,000
MEDIAN SALARY
The median salary of a Stonehill accounting student in the Class of 2022, six months after graduating.
97%
PLACEMENT RATE
The placement rate for Stonehill accounting students in the Class of 2022, six months after graduating
At Stonehill, professors focus on building in students the most important qualities that businesses look for so that we stand out.
Pair Your Degree with a Master’s Degree
Pair your degree with a master’s in marketing or data analytics. Our master’s programs provide you with the skills the market demands and partner well with several majors on campus. You can also pursue graduate-level courses as an elective during your senior year at Stonehill.
Partnerships & Special Programs
Stonehill College has developed academic affiliations with colleges and universities that enable our students to augment the degree they earn at Stonehill with graduate and undergraduate degrees that further enhance their opportunities.
Related Stories
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For the second year running, a team led by a Stonehill student won its case competition at the international business honor society summit.
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Graduates of our Accounting Program hone their skills in the industry’s biggest firms and often use that experience to launch a sweeping array of successful business endeavors.
Common questions about an accounting major
If working with financial transactions and learning more about how businesses, organizations and government agencies work sounds interesting to you, then consider majoring in accounting at Stonehill. Learn more
The best part about the Accounting program at Stonehill College is that it can take you where you want to go — whether that means a career in business, government or the nonprofit sector. Learn more
So, if you major in accounting, what can you do with it? What types of jobs can you find, and what kind of salaries do those jobs pay? Learn more
The short answer is a full-time student will finish with a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration in Accounting in four years. Learn more
When choosing an accounting program, you want to be sure it’s one that has an exceptional reputation in the field. Learn more
Department Contact
Alex C. Yen
Associate Professor of Accounting, Accounting & Taxation Department Chair
Business