Indiana Wesleyan University, Marion

What you'll study

The curriculum covers financial accounting, managerial accounting and cost accounting alongside complementary subjects such as business law and accounting information systems. Students study financial statements and ratio analysis, budgeting and financial planning, internal control procedures and audit report preparation. Tax compliance and planning is addressed with attention to the Internal Revenue Code and its effects on individuals and corporations. Program-specific course codes listed by the university include ACC-201, ACC-202, ACC-220 (or ADM-447), ACC-230 (or ACC-430), ACC-311, ACC-312, ACC-341 and ACC-423.

Entry requirements

Applicants may enroll as regular degree-seeking students or as unclassified students; unclassified admission requires proof of high school graduation.

Career prospects

Graduates gain skills that align with positions such as management accountant, financial analyst or roles that prepare for CPA licensure. The certificate focuses on competencies employers expect in financial reporting, internal control and business analysis.

Scholarships & funding angle

The program lists tuition at 24 credit hours charged per credit hour; financial aid options include grants, loans, scholarships, veterans' benefits and employer reimbursement. Applicable resource and service fees may be assessed, tuition and fees for prerequisites or electives may be additional, and tuition rate is maintained with continuous enrollment. Cost sheets and net-price information are available through the university's enrollment office.