In addition to the Bachelor of Science Degree with a concentration in Accounting, interested students may have the opportunity to enroll in the following:
- Post-Graduate Certificate in Accounting – 33 Hours
This program is designed to facilitate career changes and/or advancement for business and non-business baccalaureate degree holders. All coursework required in the program must carry a grade of C or better to count toward fulfillment of the requirements. Test-out credit in required courses is not permitted, and at least 21 credits of required courses must have been completed at West Virginia State University after completion of a bachelor degree. Based upon an undergraduate transcript evaluation, a faculty advisor may require applicants for admission to the program to complete those cognate courses necessary for success in the required certificate courses. For those who have met the prerequisites for the required courses, the certificate program will include the following courses: BA 210, 215, 216, 314, 315, 325, 363, 364, 365, 403 and 418.
- Certificate in Forensic Accounting – 15 hours
This certificate is open to all currently enrolled undergraduate students at West Virginia State University who seek a credential in Forensic Accounting. The certificate program is also open to post-baccalaureate and post-associate degree holders who wish to seek professional development or additional credentials in the area of business, specifically specialized accounting knowledge of fraud examination, complex accounting topics and financial instruments. For those who have met the prerequisites for the required courses the certificate will include the following courses: BA 319 or 414, 365, 403, 404, and 418.
- Students Wishing To Take The Certified Public Accountant (CPA) Exam
Individuals sitting for the CPA exam may be subject to additional college coursework requirements to be eligible to take the exam. Several models exist for acquiring those additional hours specified by the West Virginia Board of Accountancy. See one of the Accounting advisors for discussion of your options and recommendations for the model that best fits your situation. To obtain information about qualifications to sit for the Certified Public Accountant (CPA) exam in West Virginia, please visit: https://www.boa.wv.gov/