Bachelor of Science
Accounting
Why JWU Accounting?
Do you use logic to solve puzzles? Are you detail-oriented? If you love facts and figures, you have the analytical mind of a JWU Accounting major — and you could be a critical component of organizational decision-making. From small non-profits to big corporations, agencies need accurate, knowledgeable accountants who can interpret data, evaluate risks, recognize cost savings and ensure compliance across functions. Through the Accounting program at JWU Providence, you could become that champion.
Here, you’ll be guided by professors with years of industry experience and multiple professional certifications. As practitioners, they’ll help you gain hands-on experience you’ll put into practice — whether you’re volunteering to help the underserved with their taxes, getting your foot in a door as an intern or taking on reporting and accounting roles within our student-run university investment fund. Through the faculty connections you’ll make at JWU, you’ll be mentored by professionals in the public, private, nonprofit and government sectors.
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Putting Accounting and Auditing Skills to Work
You’ll have many opportunities for academic and cultural experiences related to your studies — and you can apply free elective credit to them! Participate in a Directed Experiential Education initiative. Intern at a local firm. Study abroad. Help manage our successful JWU Wildcat Investment Value Fund, investing some of the university’s actual endowment. Join our IRS Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) team to help individuals in the community file their taxes.
In this program, you will:
- Learn how to apply the major concepts, skills and values of the accounting profession while communicating effectively with diverse audiences.
- Understand how to identify, analyze and resolve ethical issues and use decision-support tools to solve problems and facilitate organizational practices.
- Apply free elective credit to options ranging from Directed Experiential Education to internships to study abroad.
- Gain a solid foundation in accounting theory and practice as well as in the areas of business, communication and general studies.
- Have the option to save time and money pursuing your MBA while still an undergraduate through JWU’s accelerated master’s program.
Sample Courses
- Federal Taxes
- Cost Accounting
- Auditing
- Accounting Information Systems
- Managerial Accounting
- Business Analytics
- Introduction to Business and Management
In addition to classes, free elective credit can be applied to a number of options such as Directed Experiential Education (DEE), internship, minor or study abroad. You are encouraged to contact an advisor before scheduling free elective credits.
Explore the full JWU Catalog course listing:
Career Possibilities
- Financial accountant
- Tax examiner/revenue agent
- Management accountant
- Financial analyst
- Tax accountant
- Budget analyst
- Auditor
- Forensic accountant
Some professions may require additional study, background checks, certifications, licenses, exams and/or experience as required qualifications for employment. Students are responsible for verifying that they can meet the employment requirements of potential employers.
Meet Our Faculty
Associate Professor
I teach all levels of accounting here at the university, from entry-level accounting all the way up to our senior seminar.
Associate Professor and Faculty Director of MBA Program
As an educator with a 20+ year track record of creating success at emerging companies, Associate Professor Howes has a passion for improving organizations and their people.
Associate Professor
In teaching accounting, I am able to help students understand the importance of accounting in reaching their own career goals.
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Faculty Contact
Providence
Patricia Conn Ryan, DBA, CPA
Professor and Department Chair
Department of Accountancy & Finance
401-598-1866
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