Bachelor of Science in Accountancy (BSA)
Course Description:
Bachelor of Science in Accountancy (BSA)
The BS Accountancy program provides general accounting education to students wanting to pursue a professional career in Accountancy in general and in Public Accounting in particular. Further, this is the program that complies with the latest competency framework for professional accountants. Thus, this qualifies the graduate of this program to take assessments leading to certifications in Accountancy given by the Professional Regulatory Commission – Board of Accountancy (PRC-BOA) and other global professional Accountancy organizations
OUTCOMES-BASED APPROACH
Graduates of LA CONCEPCION COLLEGE have the ability to:
- Articulate and discuss the latest developments in the specific field of practice;
- Effectively communicate orally and in writing using both English and Filipino;
- Work effectively and independently in multi-disciplinary and multi-cultural teams;
- Act in recognition of professional, social, and ethical responsibility;
- Preserve and promote “Filipino historical and cultural heritage” (based on RA 7722);
- Participate in various types of employment, development activities, and public discourses, particularly in response to the needs of the communities one serves. (based CMO No. 46, series 2012); and
- Embody the LCC’s Core Values – Leadership, Competitiveness, and Culture of Excellence that befit a true proud LCCian.
Accountancy Division Outcomes
Within 3 to 5 years after graduation LA CONCEPCION COLLEGE’s Accountancy Division expects that the BS Accountancy and BS Accounting Information System graduates will:
- Impart essential knowledge, elements, tools, and skills necessary to become successful accounting professionals
- Develop students’ ability to recognize, formulate and solve business issues and problems in the areas of financial accounting and reporting, cost accounting and management, accounting and control, taxation, and accounting information systems; and
- Provide the students with a meaningful experience in research and development that are relevant to the accounting field.
Program Outcomes for BSA:
Graduates of the BS Accountancy and BS Accounting Information System programs equipped with relevant knowledge, skills, attitude, and values shall be able to:
- Resolve business issues and problems, with global and strategic perspective using the knowledge and technical proficiency in the areas of financial accounting and reporting, cost accounting and management, accounting and control, taxation, and accounting information systems;
- Conduct accountancy or accounting information system research through independent studies of relevant literature and appropriate use of accounting theory and methodologies;
- Employ technology as a business tool in capturing financial and non-financial information, generating reports and making decisions;
- Apply knowledge and skills to successfully respond to various types of assessments including professional licensure and certifications; and
- Confidently maintain a commitment to good corporate citizenship, social responsibility and ethical practice in performing functions as an accountant
CAREER AND JOB OPPORTUNITIES:
Graduates of the Business and Accountancy programs are prepared for careers in the following fields, among others:
BS Accountancy Graduates
Advanced positions
- Public Practice: Partner, Senior Partner, Senior Consultant/Financial Advisor
- Commerce and Industry: Chief Financial Officer, Chief Information Officer
- Government: National Treasurer, Vice President for Finance/CFO (for GOCCs), Commissioner, Associate Commissioner, Assistant Commissioner, (COA, BIR, BOC)
- Education: Vice President for Academic Affairs, Dean
Middle-level positions
- Public Practice: Audit Manager, Tax Manager, Consulting Manager
- Commerce and Industry: Comptroller, Senior Information Systems Auditor, Senior Fraud Examiner, Senior Forensic Auditor
- Government: State Accountant V, Director III and Director IV, Government Accountancy and Audit, Financial Services Manager, Audit Services Manager, Senior Auditor
- Education: Senior Faculty, Accounting Department Chair
Entry-level positions
- Public Practice: Audit Staff, Tax Staff, Management Services/Consulting Staff Commerce, and Industry:
- Financial Accounting & Reporting Staff, Management Accounting Staff
- Tax Accounting Staff, Internal Audit Staff, Financial Analyst, Budget Analyst, Credit Analyst, Cost Accountant
- Government: State Accounting Examiner, State Accountant, LGU Accountant, Revenue Officer
- Audit Examiner, Budget Analyst, Financial Services SpecialistEducation: Junior Accounting Instructor
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