Accounting Major and Minor

Immersive Experiences

Dive into Loyola’s accredited accounting program with a challenging curriculum that translates to success. Intern with the top local and international accounting firms. Join honor societies, student organizations, and clubs; attend guest lectures; and network with industry leaders and successful Loyola alumni.

Door-Opening Connections

Build connections with prominent business professionals and meet Sellinger alumni in the field. The placement rate for Greyhounds after graduation is 99%—including at all Big Four accounting firms—in cities such as Baltimore, New York, and Boston, which means employers recognize what it means to be Loyola Ready.

Track Record of Excellence

Loyola’s accounting program was the first in Maryland to receive separate accreditation from AACSB International. As one of only 169 schools in the nation to hold this distinction, we are proud to offer a challenging curriculum, coupled with dedicated career services and opportunities beyond the classroom.

From mastering the tools of the trade to developing critical thinking and problem-solving skills, graduates of Loyola’s accounting program will:

• Become storytellers, going beyond recording financial information and learning to interpret it for others
• Know the rules, learning how major, public corporations issue their financial statements
• Learn to think critically, weaving smaller elements into a bigger, compelling picture
• Become ethical leaders, understanding how to prevent and detect fraud while fostering an environment of responsible behavior

Auditing

AC 421
Every publicly listed company in the United States must undergo a yearly audit, and many accounting students get their first job working for an auditing firm. Learn how to assess reporting risk and understand the relationship between auditor and client. Get acquainted with the audit risk model and learn the ethical responsibilities of the auditor as guardian of the public’s trust.

Taxation of Business Entities

AC 412
Get an in depth look into several topics in corporate taxation. You’ll start with the structure of federal income and investment taxation then move through accrual tax accounting, the taxation of business entities and more. Additional topics include a comparative analysis of the various forms of business and an introduction to tax research.

Accounting Information Systems

AC 402
Examine the role of accounting systems in the flow of information and assets. Learn to recognize the strengths and weaknesses of accounting information systems from both an internal control and an efficiency perspective. Learn how to detect fraud using everything from quantitative tricks to an understanding of human behavior.

Explore our course catalogue for a full listing of courses, descriptions, suggested course sequences, and more.

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Faculty experts

Our accounting courses are taught by experts with the highest level of qualifications. Loyola faculty are teacher-scholars who are attentive to students’ ambitions and needs and who have a deep personal interest in each student’s academic success. In addition, our executives in residence bring significant industry knowledge and experience to their teaching and student advising and mentorship.

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Who is hiring Loyola accounting grads?

• The "Big Four" Accounting Firms (Deloitte, Ernst & Young, PwC, KPMG)
• RSM
• BDO
• Ellin & Tucker
• JP Morgan Chase & Co.
• The Maryland Office of Legislative Audits
• T. Rowe Price

Jumpstart your accounting career with our Master of Accounting 3+1 and 4+1 Program Pathways. These innovative pathways allow Loyola accounting students to earn both a bachelor's and a master's degree in just four or five years, depending on the pathway you choose.

By combining your undergraduate studies with a master's degree from the Sellinger School of Business, you'll can gain a competitive edge in the job market and save time and money while you do it. Plus, earning a master's degree from Sellinger can open doors to higher-level positions, a larger professional network, and increased earning potential. 

Experience the benefits of a Sellinger accelerated program and launch yourself into a successful career with an advanced degree. Get the details at the links below.

3+1 Program Pathway     4+1 Program Pathway