Department of Accounting & Economics

Are you good with numbers? Interested in solving problems to reach big-picture goals? Or are you passionate about business and the flow of money and commerce? 

If you answered yes to these questions, then welcome to the Department of Accounting and Economics at South Carolina State University! As a part of the College of Business and Information Systems, our mission is to prepare you for a successful career and continued education. 

We offer four-year programs leading to undergraduate degrees in Accounting and Economics. With a degree from SC State, you will be fully equipped to land a job in fields like finance, business, certified public accounting, marketing, manufacturing, and more!

Discover what sets SC State apart from other schools and why our programs offer some of the best value in the southeast.

All of our business programs are accredited by AASB International.

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Earn Your Degree in Accounting or Economics at South Carolina State University

A degree from our department can set you up for a successful career working with money and finance, and empower you to make your mark.

Located less than two hours away from metropolitan areas such as Charleston, South Carolina and Charlotte, North Carolina, our prime location gives you proximity to countless opportunities to apply your knowledge and get experience that will help you stand out and excel in your chosen field. Upon graduation, you will have the tools and support you need to launch into a fulfilling career or continue your education in a graduate program in your future area of expertise.

As an accounting student, you will learn to solve problems as they relate to business. You will work through the curriculum with projects such as oral presentations, required written assignments, and group projects. This program is designed to help you develop strong analytical, interpersonal, leadership, time-management, and communications skills. You will also be encouraged to participate in experiential learning opportunities, such as internships and other field observations, earning priceless insight into your future profession. 

The economics program at SC State can lay the groundwork for a competitive career in business, marketing, and business management. As a student, you'll participate in hands-on learning and courses designed to help you develop a deep understanding of economic theory, applied economics, and quantitative techniques. More importantly, the economics program will teach you how to apply the theories you learn to successfully strategize and make business decisions that lead to success. Upon graduation, you will have mastered the foundations of economics, as well as problem-solving,  communicating, and interpreting data.

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