COURSE CURRICULUM

The Accounting program at Northwood University offers a comprehensive and structured curriculum designed to equip students with essential skills and knowledge for careers in the accounting profession. The program begins with foundational courses such as Financial Accounting (ACC 2410), Managerial Accounting (ACC 2415), and continues through advanced subjects including Intermediate Accounting I and II (ACC 3110 and ACC 3115), Auditing (ACC 4010), Advanced Accounting (ACC 4220), and specialized areas like Federal Taxation (ACC 3400), Government and Non-Profit Accounting (ACC 4040), and Accounting Information Systems (ACC 3500). Students also gain a solid grounding in finance through courses like Financial Management (FIN 3210) and essential business knowledge through Principles of Management (MGT 2300), Business Law (LAW 3025), and Strategic Planning (MGT 4800).Supporting courses in economics (micro and macro), marketing, statistics, and professional development are integrated to enhance critical thinking and analytical skills. Communication and ethics are emphasized through courses in composition, speech, philosophy, and ethics. Leadership is fostered through courses such as The NU Experience (LDR 1110), Professional Branding (LDR 1300), and Emerging Leaders (LDR 2250). Students also choose electives and general education courses in areas like history, psychology, sociology, and environmental science to broaden their academic experience.Throughout the program, students build proficiency in software tools (MIS 1500), analytical methods (MTH 2310), and policy analysis (ECN 4010), ensuring they graduate with a well-rounded education. With both theoretical and applied components, the curriculum prepares students not just for entry-level roles, but for long-term success in the accounting and financial sectors. By graduation, students are equipped with technical expertise, leadership qualities, and the adaptability needed in a global business environment.