I knew Tiffin University was the place for me the second I stepped foot on campus. I toured a handful of other universities offering similar programs, but TU was the only school that truly made me feel at home.
-Caleb Reynolds '15
Bachelor of Business Administration
Accounting
If you love analytical thinking and decision making, we’ve got your number to open the door to a successful career in accounting. In a field that is needed for just about every business on earth, TU’s accounting program will educate you in business management, auditing and finance to make you stand out above all of the other applicants. You can join the ranks of TU graduates at companies like Marathon Petroleum Company, Merrill Lynch, the U.S. Treasury and JPMorgan Chase & Co.
Accounting provides information that is useful for decision-making in predicting cash flows about economic resources, claims to economic resources, and changes in economic resources of an organization. Students are encouraged to work toward becoming a Certified Public Accountant (CPA) or a Certified Management Accountant (CMA).
Advantages
Tiffin University follows a fairly traditional accounting curriculum with several distinct advantages. Our accounting classes not only stress practical applications, but also include both tax research and problem solving. In addition, management courses are integrated into the curriculum during the entire four years, stressing real-world applications. Accounting students will participate in an internship during their Junior or Senior year. These internships often lead to permanent full-time employment.
BBA to MBA Program
TU offers MBA classes that count as dual credit towards both your undergraduate business degree and a master of business degree. Undergraduate business students, who have a GPA of 3.0 or higher, will have the opportunity during their senior year to take up to four graduate courses. This opportunity allows students to finish their graduate degree program faster and will save them money in the long run. After completing these classes, and upon your undergraduate graduation, you will be able to complete your MBA in less than a year (only 45 weeks). At that time, you will also qualify for the alumni tuition discount.
Program Accredited by Accreditation Council for Business Schools and Programs (ACBSP)
Tiffin University’s School of Business is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Business Schools and Programs (ACBSP). The ACBSP is a leading specialized accreditation body for business education supporting, celebrating and rewarding teaching excellence. They accredit business education programs at the associate, baccalaureate, masters and doctorate degree levels worldwide. Institutions with this accreditation are committed to continuous improvement that ensures their business program will give students the skills employers want. Every quality business program worldwide is accredited.
Student Opportunities In Business & Related Fields
Below are just a few examples of the variety of opportunities you’ll have as a TU student to make connections outside of the classroom. These clubs and organizations will provide you with real advantages and resources.
Business Club – provides opportunities for students to gain a valuable understanding of the business world. Club activities include bringing in speakers to address the issues of graduate school opportunities, career concerns, etiquette forums that focus on acceptable forms of behavior for the workplace and providing opportunities for valuable experience.
Circle K International (CKI) – a collegiate service organization with a worldwide membership that promotes fellowship, leadership and service.
Delta Mu Delta – a national honor society in business.
Student Government – TU’s Student Government is primarily involved in organizing the campus programming, social activities and serving as the voice and advocate for students concerning campus matters.
Also available to TU students are other clubs, organizations and special interests that include: American Marketing Association (AMA), Criminal Justice Club, The Tystenac (TU’s School Newspaper) and Greek Organizations.
Accounting Major
ACC228 Managerial Accounting...................................................................................................................................................................3 hours
ACC 301 Intermediate Accounting I.............................................................................. ............................................................................3 hours
ACC302 Intermediate Accounting II..........................................................................................................................................................3 hours
ACC304 Federal Income Tax.........................................................................................................................................................................3 hours
ACC313 Cost Accounting I..............................................................................................................................................................................3 hours
ACC314 Cost Accounting II............................................................................................................................................................................3 hours
ACC385 Applied Analytics in Accounting................................................................................................................................................3 hours
ACC403 Accounting Information Systems..............................................................................................................................................3 hours
ACC404 Auditing...............................................................................................................................................................................................3 hours
One of the following ........................................................................................................................................................................................3 hours
- ACC405 Fraud Examination Accounting
- ACC406 Governmental and Not-for-Profit Accounting
- ACC408 Oil & Gas Accounting
Total ......................................................................................................................................................................... 30 hours
Total BBA hours 121
This is a sample course sequence to illustrate course offerings for this major. Consult the official Academic Bulletin for detailed registration and advising information.
Online - Offered in two terms per semester starting in January, March, May, July, August and October
On Campus - Offered in a 15-week semester format with start dates of January and August
There are no related concentrations available
Survey of Accounting (ACC201) - An introduction to the fundamentals of accounting from the user’s perspective. The primary emphasis is the relationship between cash flow and accrual based income measurement. Includes financial reporting requirements and standards.
Managerial Accounting (ACC228) - This course is designed to provide information to the management student who will be charged with directing and controlling operations from within the organization. Emphasis is placed on corporation reports, statements, schedules and summaries prepared for the use of management.
Intermediate Accounting I (ACC301) - Intermediate Accounting is a study of financial accounting theory in relation to reporting practices. Emphasis is on generally accepted accounting principles as promulgated by official accounting boards (i.e. FASB). Intermediate Accounting I includes the role of accounting as an information system and economic resources.
Federal Income Tax (ACC304) - Determination of taxable and nontaxable income, deductions and tax liability for individuals and corporations. Includes background and objectives of the federal tax system.
Fraud Examination in Accounting (ACC405) - Covered in this course are the nature of fraud and general concepts about fraud detection and prevention. Investigative methods cover several elements of fraud: the theft act, the concealment of fraud and the conversion of assets taken. Various types of fraud studied include financial statement (management) fraud, fraud against the organization and consumer fraud.
- Accounting Assistant
- Bookkeeper
- Corporate Controller
- Cost Accountant
- Financial Analyst
- Financial Controller
- Government Auditor
- Junior Accountant
- Management Accountant
- Payroll Clerk
- Senior Accountant
- Staff Accountant
- Cooper Tire
- Internal Revenue Service
- Jackson Hewitt Tax Services
- JPMorgan Chase & Co.
- Marathon Petroleum Corporation
- Merrill Lynch
- Northwestern Mutual
- PNC
- State of Ohio
- U.S. Federal Government
- U.S. Treasury
- Whirlpool Corp
If you want to learn more about our online or on-campus programs for working adults, click here.
Faculty
Andrew Faber
Assistant Professor of Accounting
Andrew Faber
Assistant Professor of Accounting
Rhonda Gilreath, Ph.D.
Associate Professor of Accounting
Rhonda Gilreath, Ph.D.
Associate Professor of Accounting
Thomas R. Marben
Assistant Professor of Accounting
Thomas R. Marben
Assistant Professor of Accounting
Testimonials
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"I chose Tiffin University because I heard so many great things about it from other students. Now that I am here, I am very happy. TU has numerous resources on campus, such as the Pfeiffer Library and Student Success Center. These places offer assistance for all of my academic needs."
- Ali Alshehri, Saudi Arabia
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"I chose Tiffin because it is a university with people from all parts of the world, and the fact I could be here and meet all of them is simply amazing. Better yet, I came here for swimming and it was an honor for me to be a part of TU’s newest athletic program.”
- Ygor Bortolato, Brazil
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"I chose TU because of its reputation for excellence, national recognition, many extracurricular opportunities and because it offers in a small, diverse college environment. I have learned the significance of academics, leadership, diversity, communication, and relationships. TU allowed me to get out of my comfort zone in order to lead and inspire. It has prepared me to make wise and imperative decisions that will benefit me in my career and my life.”
– Ivan Santiago, Class of 2015
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“I was faced with the pressure of being the very first to graduate from college in my immediate family. Not coming from a wealthy or 'well off' background, college was just a very faint thought, even approaching my senior year in high school. I dealt with self-esteem issues throughout my high school career and I found it hard to see myself anywhere than where I was. My perceived challenges were rooted from me and my surrounding circumstances. Here at TU, I was able to overcome my fears and put myself in a position that wouldn’t have been possible otherwise. Becoming a Dragon was the best decision I have ever made.”
Nellene Arnett
Class of 2017
Toledo, Ohio
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