Earn an Online Post-Baccalaureate Certificate in Accounting from LSUA
Covers core areas: taxation, financial accounting, auditing, and business law
Taught by experienced accounting professionals, including CPAs
Live, real-time online classes with instructor interaction and student engagement
Flexible format designed for working professionals
Meets Louisiana State Board of Accountancy educational requirements for the CPA exam
Accredited
This program meets rigorous standards set by the Accreditation Council for Business Schools and Programs.
Equipment requirements
Accounting often requires specific software. Upper-level classes utilize software that requires a Windows-based PC. Chromebooks, tablets, and Mac computers do not currently run this software well. You will need access to a Windows-based PC or laptop to participate in these classes.
Admissions
Whether you’re returning to school or advancing your career, our admissions team is here to support you every step of the way.
Apply by
Apr 6, 2026
Classes begin
May 11, 2026
Admission Requirements
In addition to meeting all requirements for admission to the university, students must have earned a bachelor’s degree in business or equivalent discipline (which would include finance, marketing, management) from a regionally-accredited university with a minimum 2.0 GPA or an MBA.
Tuition
LSUA programs offer competitive, flat-rate tuition with no out-of-state fees, making it easier to plan for the cost of your degree. You may also be able to save more by transferring eligible credits.
Tuition & Fees
- 30 credit hours
- Total credit hours per program
- $3401
- Cost per credit hour
- $2,720
- Total cost with fees and maximum transfer credits
- $10,200
- Total cost with fees
Cost may be reduced if transfer courses apply.
The total cost above does not include transfer credit or financial aid. Cost per credit hour and fees are subject to change. Fee schedules may vary by program depending on course-specific fees for proctoring and/or books. Please contact a Student Success Coach for more information.
Financial Aid Available
LSUA offers several ways to help you pay for your degree including credit for prior learning (PLA), financial aid, and veteran education benefits. Learn More.
1 Beginning Fall 1 2026, all LSUA fully online programs are expected to increase by 4% (tuition and fees).
Academics
Students who earn an online certificate in accounting will gain the knowledge and education necessary to take the CPA exam.
Courses
| Course | Credit Hours |
|---|---|
ACCT 3020 - Intermediate Accounting I |
3 |
ACCT 3021 - Intermediate Accounting II |
3 |
ACCT 3121 - Cost Accounting |
3 |
ACCT 3221 - Tax Accounting I |
3 |
ACCT 4022 - Advanced Accounting |
3 |
ACCT 4123 - Auditing |
3 |
ACCT 4221 - Tax Accounting II |
3 |
ACCT 4421 - Governmental and Not-for-Profit Accounting |
3 |
BLAW 3201 - Business Law I |
3 |
BLAW 3202 - Business Law II |
3 |
*ACCT 2001 (Financial Accounting) and ACCT 2101 (Managerial Accounting) are required to enroll in upper-level accounting courses.
What Will I Learn?
Student Learning Outcomes:
- Graduates will be able to prepare financial statements in accordance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles
- Graduates will be able to identify appropriate managerial and business issues essential to analyzing accounting data
- Graduates will be able to analyze auditing standards and acceptable practices in accordance with Generally Accepted Auditing Standards
- Graduates will be able to examine topics important to the taxation of individuals and business entities
- Graduates will be able to examine ethical issues significant to the accounting profession
Careers
Graduates from this program will have a thorough knowledge of taxes, financial accounting, auditing, and business law, all while being taught by professionals–including CPAs.
The industry is predicted to grow by 10% by 2026 (source: BLS).
Over one million accountants are actively employed in the US (source: BLS).
Career Opportunities
- CPA
- Accountant
- Financial Analyst
- Internal or External Auditor
- Tax Analyst
Licensure and Certification
Students from outside Louisiana who plan to sit for the CPA exam should check with the State Board of Accountancy in the state they plan to take the CPA Exam for educational requirements of that state OR should review the requirements posted on the Licensure Disclosure chart for the Bachelor of Science in Accounting in the LSUA catalog.
Learn more about specific LSUA programs leading to licensure and certifications
