BALTIMORE, Md., July 9 -- The University of Baltimore issued the following news release:

Program Blends Traditional Excellence with Emerging Tech

The University of Baltimore's Merrick School of Business will launch a standalone Bachelor of Science in Accounting degree program this fall, elevating what was previously a concentration within the B.S. in Business Administration program.

The Maryland Higher Education Commission approved the new degree program, which becomes effective for the fall 2026 semester. The renamed program places significant emphasis on preparing students for an accounting profession increasingly shaped by emerging technologies, including artificial intelligence.

While AI has captured attention across industries, the...