2003-2004 - The University of Scranton

approval of his or her advisor, the student is
free to select a variable number of Business
courses. However, the prerequisites stated in
the catalog must be observed, and upperdivision
courses may not be taken before the
junior year.
Math Options
Two math options are available to Business
majors:
Option I* (6 credits)
MATH 107 (Quantitative Methods II)
MATH 108 (Quantitative Methods III)
Option II* (8 credits)
MATH 114 (Analysis I)
MATH 221 (Analysis II)
Both options cover the topics of calculus.
Option I takes an applied approach; Option
II a theoretical approach.
The Business Leadership Program
Robert L. McKeage, Ph.D., Director
See page 68.
ACCOUNTING
Faculty
Michael O. Mensah, Ph.D., Chair
Brian W. Carpenter, Ph.D.
Laura Helene Ellis-Westwell, Ph.D.
Ronald J. Grambo, Ph.D.
Roxanne T. Johnson, Ph.D.
Robyn Lawrence, Ph.D.
Daniel P. Mahoney, Ph.D.
Steven A. Solieri, Ph.D.
Joseph R. Zandarski, Ph.D.
Overview
Accounting plays a vital role in the business
and investment decisions made by the management,
owners and creditors of organizations.
Because of this important role, accounting
has become known as the “language of
business.” To fulfill the needs of students
entering this discipline, the Accounting
Department of The University of Scranton
offers majors in two tracks: Financial Accounting
and Managerial Accounting. In addition, a
Kania School/Accounting 205
combined Bachelor of Science/Master of Business
Administration Degree program is available
for students interested in professional certification
in states requiring 150 credit hours
of education. The department’s undergraduate
degree program in Accounting Information
Systems is described separately in this catalog.
Financial Accounting focuses on the needs
of users outside of the organization, primarily
investors and creditors. This accounting information
facilitates the investment and credit
decisions that are inherent in a market economy.
The financial track is best suited for
those students aspiring to become Certified
Public Accountants (CPAs). While licensure
of CPAs is separately governed by each state’s
legislative body, the Accounting Department
provides students with opportunities to satisfy
the education requirements of any state in
which they may aspire to become certified.
(Please refer to the combined B.S./M.B.A.
degree program below.)
Managerial Accounting focuses on the
information needs of users within the organization.
This information aids in planning and
controlling the organization’s activities, and in
evaluating the performance of the organization’s
segments and managers. The managerial
accounting track is best suited for those students
aspiring to become Certified Management
Accountants (CMAs).
The success of our graduates is demonstrated
by their job placements. Alumni are
employed by Big Four, regional, and local public
accounting firms, by many notable firms in
private industry, as well as by governmental
and not-for-profit organizations. Qualified students
have opportunities for on-the-job training
through our internship program.
Combined Bachelor of Science/
Master of Business Administration
Degree Program
The Accounting Department of The University
of Scranton offers interested and qualified
students the opportunity to earn both a
Bachelor of Science degree in accounting and
a Master of Business Administration degree
with an accounting specialization. While this
program may benefit any student interested
in the accounting discipline, the program was
* Students are tested for math placement during summer orientation. On the basis of these tests and their high school background it
will be recommended that some students take Option II, especially if they expect to pursue graduate studies. The majority of students
will be placed in Option I, and may also be required to take MATH 106: Quantitative Methods I as a prerequisite to taking
MATH 107.