The emphasis at Ferris State is on applied, hands-on training which prepares students for specific careers. In accounting, students begin their studies with general education courses that provide an introduction to the liberal arts and natural sciences. By studying these areas, students develop the basic skills necessary for success in the accounting profession. Todays complex business environment requires that professionals in all disciplines understand each others function. In the third and fourth years, students concentrate on accounting courses while completing the business core.
Specific coursework depends on the track or concentration selected.
The accountancy program also contains electives. These electives provide students with the opportunity to study in areas of personal interest or to organize their courses into a supporting minor subject area. Examples of related minors include finance, speech, mathematics or computer information systems. To earn the BS in business, students must have at least a 2.0 GPA overall, in their business core and in their major courses. Accounting majors should refer to program checksheets available in the department office for more detailed information regarding course requirements and sequencing.