BMACC Degree

BMACC (4+1) Degree Program

The BMACC degree (Bachelor of Science in Business Administration in accounting + a Master of Science in Accountancy) from the Charles W. Lamden School of Accountancy is a 4 + 1 year degree program that provides students with the 150+ credits to apply for the CPA license.

To apply for the BMACC program, you must meet the minimum requirements. Applications for the BMACC program can be accessed online and are accepted twice each year (October 1 and March 1).

To learn more, please attend a BMACC information session or contact the Center for Student Success at the Fowler College of Business.

The Charles W. Lamden School of Accountancy will hold an information session each semester for those students interested in the BMACC program. Please contact Ashley Whitcomb to learn more.

BMACC Requirements

BMACC Application

BMACC Curriculum

Students meet the required minimum of 30 academic units to complete master’s degree program. Students are invited to work with their academic advisor for assistance in determining their course work.

Required Courses

ACCTG 624: Business Entity Taxation
ACCTG 625: Managerial Analysis & Financial Reporting
ACCTG 650: Accounting Research & Communication
ACCTG 673: AIS Development
ACCTG 790: Analytics in Accounting
ACCTG 729: Robotic Process Automation (1 unit)

Electives

Financial Reporting Track

ACCTG 501: Advanced Financial Accounting
ACCTG 503: Federal Taxation of Individuals
ACCTG 505: Fraud Examination
ACCTG 508: Accounting for Not-For-Profit Organizations
ACCTG 522: International Financial Reporting
ACCTG 530: Ethics in Accounting
ACCTG 657: Accounting for Income Taxes
ACCTG 663: Financial Statement Analysis
ACCTG 670: Seminar in Assurance Services
ACCTG 675: Seminar in Accounting information Systems Audit and Control
ACCTG 705: Forensic Accounting
FIN 653: Seminar in SEC Analysis and Portfolio Management
MIS 585: Fundamentals of Cybersecurity Management
MIS 686: Enterprise Database Management
MIS 687: Secure Enterprise Network and Mobile Technology

Accounting Informations Systems Track

BA 649: Business Analytics
MIS 515: Object-Oriented Programming for Business Applications
MIS 585: Fundamentals of Cybersecurity Management
MIS 686: Enterprise Database Management
MIS 687: Secure Enterprise Networking and Mobile Technologies
MIS 697: Project Planning and Development
MIS 720: Electronic Business and Big Data Infrastructure
MIS 753: Global Supply Chain Analytics
MIS 755: Seminar in Information Systems Security Management

Taxation Track

ACCTG 530: Ethics in Accounting
ACCTG 651: Seminar in Corporate Tax
ACCTG 654: Seminar in Partnership Taxation
ACCTG 655: Tax Planning for Individuals
ACCTG 656: Multijurisdictional Tax

FAQ

What is a BMACC degree?

The BMACC degree was designed specifically to provide students with the 150+ credits needed for the CPA license. Successful BMACC students earn a bachelor of science in business administration (accountancy) and a master of science in accountancy within a period of five years.

What are the minimum grade and course requirements necessary to apply for the BMACC program?

You must have a minimum of a 3.0 overall GPA, SDSU GPA and a minimum 3.0 GPA in the major. You must also have completed ACCTG 331 with a B+ grade or have successfully completed ACCTG 331 with one other upper division core course (ACCTG 332, 333, 334, 431 or 432).

What are the application deadlines for the BMACC program?

October 1 is the deadline for fall semester applications and March 1 is the deadline for spring applications.

Does the BMACC degree program have specializations? And, if so, what are they?

BMACC students can choose to specialize in accounting information systems, financial reporting, or taxation. Students can switch tracks after they’ve made their initial selection.

How do I access the BMACC application?

Go to BMACC Application to apply.

Are scholarships available for students in the BMACC program?

Yes. Those wishing to be considered for a BMACC or MSA scholarship must indicate their interest in scholarships by clicking “Yes” in the appropriate box within the BMACC application.

Who can I contact for more information?

BMACC Program Coordinator: Dr. David DeBoskey

Accounting Information Systems Specialization: Dr. Leon Chan

Financial Reporting Specialization: Dr. David DeBoskey

Taxation Specialization: Dr. Lin Wang

BSBA Accounting Academic Advisors: Ashley Whitcomb (last names A-G) or Karina Avelar (last names H-Z)