Accounting (BS) + Data Analytics (MBA) Dual-Level Program
At 天涯海角社区, the dual-level pathway in Accounting & Data Analytics (BS/MBA) lets you earn both your bachelor鈥檚 and master鈥檚 degrees in a streamlined plan. Build a rigorous foundation in financial accounting, auditing, and managerial decision鈥憁aking while gaining graduate鈥憀evel depth in data management, analytics, and visualization. Graduate prepared to interpret complex data, drive strategy, and lead with integrity.
If you want the efficiency of an accelerated plan and the competitive edge of a master鈥檚 degree鈥攕haped by a distinctly Christian worldview鈥攖his program is for you.
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Graduates are prepared for roles across public accounting, corporate finance, nonprofit, and government contexts. Common outcomes include:
Public Accounting: Audit/assurance associate, tax associate, analytics specialist; progression to senior, manager, and partner track.
Corporate & Managerial Accounting: staff/senior accountant, cost analyst, revenue accountant, FP&A analyst supporting budgeting and forecasting.
Data & Analytics: financial data analyst, business intelligence analyst, analytics translator focusing on KPI design and decision modeling.
Risk, Controls & Compliance: internal auditor, SOX/compliance analyst, IT audit/controls analyst with data鈥慸riven risk assessment.
Forensic & Fraud: fraud examiner, forensic accounting analyst assisting investigations and anomaly detection.
Nonprofit & Government: grants/accounting analyst, governmental auditor, program finance roles.
Leadership Pathways: with experience and credentials (e.g., CPA, CMA, CISA), advancement to accounting manager, controller, director of analytics, or CFO.
Our BS in Business program provides students with a comprehensive education rooted in Christian principles. For a comprehensive cost breakdown, see below:
| Per Semester | Academic Year | |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition (12-18 credits/semester) | $16,997.00 | $33,994.00 |
| Activity Fee | $287.50 | $575.00 |
| Housing | $3,547.00 | $7,094.00 |
| Meals (unlimited access plan) | $3,164.50 | $6,329.00 |
| Total Tuition & Fees | $23,996.00 | $47,992.00 |
| Average Aid Award | 听($10,021.00) | ($20,042.00) |
| AVERAGE TOTAL EXPENSE | $13,975.00 | $27,950.00 |
| Other Fees | ||
| First Time Student Fee | $500 (first semester only) | |
| Overload (over 18 credits/semester) fee per credit | $965/credit | |
| 9/week Meal Plan (for students with internships) | $2,250/semester | |
| Part-Time Student Costs | ||
| 1-7 credits per semester | $1,045/credit | |
| 8-11 credits per semester | $1,425/credit | |
| Audit fee | $600/course | |
| Dual Enrollment Student Costs | ||
| High School Dual Enrollment | $80/credit | |
| Cairn Online Dual Enrollment | $129/credit | |
| On-campus Dual Enrollment | $149/credit | |
| 2025 Summer Session Costs | ||
| Tuition | $450/credit | |
| Room fee per week | $160 | |
| Meal plan for 5 day week | $150 | |
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