Hold a baccalaureate degree from an accredited four-year university.
• Have at least a 2.75, on a 4.0 scale, undergraduate GPA (overall or last 60 semester units).
• Complete/Satisfy the five pre-requisite courses before the start of your first semester (see below).
• Meet one of the following five criteria:
Undergraduate GPA: A business degree from an AACSB-accredited school with a minimum GPA of 3.0 (cumulative or last 60 units) or a non-business degree with a minimum GPA of 3.2 (cumulative or last 60 units).
Professional Experience
National Certification: Hold a current national certification.
Certified Public Accountant (CPA)
Certified Financial Accountant (CFA)
Chartered (or Certified) Property and Casualty Underwriters (CPCU)
Certified Liability Underwriter (CLU)
Professional in Human Resource Management (PHR)
Senior Professional in Human Resource Management (SPHR)
Other national certifications may be considered
If you aren't eligible for the above entry requirements, you might have a chance to explore pathway options at California State University Bakersfield. If you want to find out more, speak to our counsellors.