Accounting is more than merely recording figures in a spreadsheet. The knowledge gained through earning a bachelor’s degree can lead to career opportunities in areas such as management accounting, auditing, business valuation, and consulting. With our bachelor’s in accounting online degree, you may also choose to take additional courses or continue your education and earn an advanced degree.
| Flexible | Applicable | Collaborative |
| Multiple term starts each year and 100% online to fit into your busy schedule | Study under experts currently working in the field | Highly interactive format encourages communication with faculty and student collaboration |
| Accessible | ||
| Streamlined admission process — no ACT/SAT score required |
At NEC, you will gain a solid liberal arts foundation and a concentrated knowledge of accounting concepts, such as financial reporting, tax regulations, auditing, and underwriting. Through real-world examples and interactive activities in each seven-week course, our accounting program emphasizes practical application that can help you develop valuable communication, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
In the online bachelor’s in accounting, you will learn about:
| Earning a bachelor’s degree in accounting online can prepare you for the opportunity to pursue a wide range of satisfying and well-paying career paths. Some careers may require advanced education, such as a master’s degree, and accountant certification. | ||
| Accountant
$77,250* |
Financial Manager
$131,710* |
Insurance Underwriter
$76,390* |
| *Median annual salaries as of May 2021, U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics | ||
New England College (NEC) is a private, nonprofit college founded in 1946 to serve the needs of servicepeople attending college on the GI Bill after World War II and is accredited by the New England Commission of Higher Education. Today, NEC is an innovative, military-friendly institution and one of the top five liberal arts colleges in New Hampshire.
NEC offers 60 associate and bachelor’s degrees, as well as more than 20 master’s degrees and two doctoral degree programs, all delivered by dedicated faculty focused on giving students opportunities to live what they learn. With access to many clubs, outdoor activities, natural areas, internships, and professor-led trips, NEC students have many ways to meet new people and try new things.
New England College in New Hampshire has earned recognition as one of the best Online Colleges in New Hampshire, as acknowledged by Forbes Advisor, a credible source for evaluating higher education programs.
New England College in New Hampshire has earned recognition as a top online Bachelor Program in NH, as acknowledged by U.S. News and World Report, a credible source for evaluating higher education programs.
New England College in New Hampshire has earned recognition as one of the best colleges in the Northeast, as acknowledged by Research.com, a credible source for evaluating higher education programs.
New England College in New Hampshire has earned recognition by being ranked #6 among the top ten accounting programs in the state by University HQ, a credible source for evaluating higher education programs.
K. H. William and Andrea Krueger Endowed Faculty Chair in Business Administration with a focus on Accounting
Email: ajalili@nec.edu
Expertise and Affiliations
Expertise
Affiliations
Educational Background
PhD in Economics, University of New Hampshire
MSA in Accounting, Bentley University
MA in Economics, University of New Hampshire
MBA in Managerial Accounting, James Madison University
MS in Operation Management, Rensselaer Polytechnic institute
BS in Accounting and Finance, N.I.O.C., College of Accountancy and Finance, Tehran, Iran
Bio
Dr. Jalili’s accounting career includes five years of experience as a staff accountant and supervising auditor, two years as an internal auditor, and three years as a chief financial officer. Beyond his hands-on accounting experience, he has worked as an independent consultant and has taught at the undergraduate, graduate, and executive levels for over 25 years.
Dr. Jalili is married with two children. His interests include reading, formulating and solving problems, soccer, martial arts, mountain climbing, watching classic movies, opera, and old boxing matches.
You can complete NEC’s bachelor’s degree in accounting online in as little as four years.
NEC’s bachelor’s in accounting online program consists of 48 credits within the accounting concentration: 11 required four-credit courses and one four-credit elective. The program also consists of 72 credits associated with NEC’s liberal arts and sciences core curriculum for a total of 120 credits.
NEC’s bachelor’s in accounting online program offers the freedom to build your educational journey around your busy schedule. You will also have the opportunity to engage in interactive projects and study real-world examples of accounting concepts, taught by renowned experts in the field. Plus, NEC’s online bachelor’s in accounting is structured to enable varied opportunities for engagement with faculty and fellow students.
Prospective students can enroll in NEC’s online bachelor’s in accounting program by completing the New England College Application or the Common Application online. No application fee is required.
As long as there is business, there will be a need for accounting. An online bachelor’s in accounting degree from NEC can help you cultivate the knowledge and skills to enter this field fully prepared to make a difference. Learn how NEC can be part of your success story.