Online Bachelor’s in Accounting
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Join a community of leaders at the UAB Collat School of Business. Our online bachelor’s in accounting major offers a high-quality, practice-oriented educational experience led by top professors and experts in the field of business.
In fact, we're among an elite group of universities worldwide to achieve the seal of excellence in both business and accounting from the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB). In addition to the core accounting classes, you will have the opportunity to explore topics in finance, information systems, analytics, and more.
We prepare you for success using a balanced approach to teaching, research, and service. If you're an aspiring accountant seeking an innovative, flexible, and technology-driven learning environment, you're in the right place.
Online Bachelor’s in Accounting Program
Our accounting curriculum includes creative, innovative courses designed to teach business fundamentals and new technologies in ways that stick with students. We maintain strong ties with industry leaders who serve as advisors to ensure students have the skills and knowledge they need to be successful in the workforce. We believe that students learn by doing, so much so that we made experiential learning a graduation requirement.
Learning Outcomes
Students who complete the online bachelor’s in accounting degree will be able to:
- Prepare financial statements: demonstrate knowledge of accounting cycles, accrual accounting, and the preparation of the income statement, balance sheet, and statement of cash flows.
- Make managerial accounting decisions: apply tools and techniques to make significant business and ethical implications on investors, customers, employees, and other stakeholders.
- Understand the objectives and consequences of the U.S. federal tax system.
- Demonstrate ability to integrate budgetary and fund accounting insights as they apply to municipalities, other governmental units, and nonprofits.
Why Choose an Online Bachelor’s in Accounting at the Collat School of Business?
AACSB Accredited
Our accounting program is separately accredited by the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB), which means we maintain the highest quality standards in business education worldwide.
Intensive Career Development
Accounting-specific events, like the Ollie Powers Accounting Boot Camp, Janet Herring Mentorship Program, and hands-on career coaching, are offered online and will ensure you’re ready to impress recruiters and future employers. We also have a 24/7 technical help desk for your support.
Intensive Career Development
The Collat Career Center, which caters specifically to business students, provides hands-on career coaching. Just like our on-campus students, you can benefit from both our Virtual Career Center and Handshake platforms. Both will help you access recruiters, land internships, schedule job interviews, and more. We also have a 24/7 technical help desk for your support.
Experiential Learning
All accounting students are required to complete experiential learning, and as an online student, you’ll have three options for yours:
- An internship (150 hours)
- A study away trip (generally 1 week)
- Waiver for previous/current work experience
U.S. News & World Report Accolades
Our programs have been dubbed as one of the “Best Online Bachelor’s in Business Programs,” “Best Online Master’s in Business Programs,” “Best Online MBA Programs,” and “Best Online Master’s in Computer Information Technology Programs” in the 2025 “Best Online Programs” rankings.
UAB Online Bachelor’s in Accounting Program FAQs
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Is this the same diploma that on-campus students earn?
Yes. Your classes are the same. You have the same award-winning faculty of experienced accounting experts.
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Will your degree say that it is from an online program?
No. Upon graduation, your diploma will not distinguish that you were a distance learner.
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Are there financial aid options?
Yes, students have many aid options to fund their college education, from UAB scholarships and external scholarships to federal loans and grants and even work-study. Learn more about the types of aid available.
Accounting Career Opportunities
An online accounting degree program can lead to a myriad of career choices in business, finance, insurance, investing, tax, or auditing. Because of the extensive business curriculum offered, accountants have the flexibility and knowledge to branch out into management and entrepreneurial roles.
A few of the common job titles to explore with an accounting degree include:
- Financial Analyst
- Financial Advisor
- Director of Finance
- Chief Financial Officer (CFO)
- Forensic Accountant
- Budget Analyst
- Certified Public Accountant (CPA)
- Certified Management Accountant (CMA)
- Certified Internal Auditor (CIA)
- Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE)
- Certified Financial Planner (CFP)
UAB Undergraduate Accounting Bridge Program
If you already have a bachelor’s degree but it’s not in accounting, UAB offers an accounting bridge certificate that provides the undergraduate accounting courses necessary to pursue a Master of Accounting degree. Regardless of your professional experience, you will need to complete all bridge courses. If you have a degree in business or you have taken undergraduate accounting courses, they may be applied as credit toward your bridge coursework. The bridge and master’s in accounting programs alone are not sufficient for someone to become a certified public accountant (CPA).
Student Story
Holly Giang was drawn to the accounting degree from her first class and secured a position with one of the Big Four accounting firms before graduation. Hear how her experience at UAB Collat School of Business and its unique partnerships with the local business community impacted her career.