Roger Williams University

What you'll study

The programme combines core accounting subjects with complementary business topics and hands‑on learning. Early coursework builds foundations in financial accounting, managerial accounting and business statistics, while later-level modules focus on taxation, auditing, accounting information systems, cost accounting and ethics. Students also study related business areas such as corporate finance, business law, operations management and data analytics to develop commercial awareness and decision-making skills.

Typical components include:

• Introductory and intermediate financial accounting
• Managerial and cost accounting
• Federal taxation and tax research
• Auditing and assurance services
• Accounting information systems and spreadsheet modelling
• Business law, ethics and professional responsibility
• Data analytics for accounting and finance
• Capstone or practicum project applying accounting concepts to real organisational problems

The programme emphasises experiential learning — case studies, team projects, software labs, and internship placements — to prepare students for workplace expectations and certification exam content frameworks.

Entry requirements

Applicants are expected to hold a high-school diploma or equivalent with a strong record in quantitative subjects. Typical preparation includes coursework in algebra, pre-calculus or calculus, and introductory economics or business where available. A competitive secondary-school transcript is important, and applicants may be asked to submit school reports, a personal statement and references.

International applicants must present equivalent secondary qualifications and demonstrate English language proficiency through accepted tests or institutional pathways. Mature applicants with relevant work experience or prior college coursework are considered on the basis of academic records and supporting materials.

Career prospects

Graduates enter a broad range of accounting and finance roles. Common destinations include public accounting firms (audit and tax), corporate accounting and financial reporting, management accounting, internal auditing, forensic accounting and government or nonprofit finance. The degree also provides a foundation for graduate study and professional qualifications such as the CPA, CMA or a master’s in accounting or business.

Roger Williams graduates benefit from employer networks and internship experience when seeking roles at regional and national firms, industry employers, and governmental organisations. The skills developed — technical accounting, analytical problem solving, communication and ethical judgment — are valued across sectors.

Why study at Roger Williams University

Roger Williams University’s business programmes are offered through an AACSB-accredited School of Business, ensuring curriculum and faculty standards aligned with professional expectations. The university emphasises small class sizes and personalised faculty mentoring, which supports close supervision of applied projects and internships.

Students benefit from proximity to regional business centres, practicum and internship opportunities, specialised accounting and analytics labs, and career services that facilitate employer engagement and interview preparation. The curriculum balances technical preparation for certification with experiential learning, ethical training and a strong liberal-arts perspective to produce adaptable, workplace-ready graduates.