Accounting
This is an entry-level certificate for students wishing to pursue accounting careers in the retail, service, or manufacturing sector. Emphasis is placed on accounting principles and knowledge, as well as basic business and communications skills. This certificate may be applied towards the Associate of Applied Science in Business Degree.
Program Outcomes
- Obtain the Accounting skills needed to perform the functions of a tax preparer or entry-level accounting professional.
- Demonstrate basic business knowledge and proficient communication skills.
- Demonstrate knowledge in a wide range of accounting skills, including tax accounting, cost accounting, financial accounting, and managerial accounting.
- Demonstrate knowledge and use of accounting software including Quickbooks and Excel.
Requirements
| Code | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| Required Coursework | 21.00 | |
| PAYROLL ACCOUNTING | ||
| PRINCIPLES OF ACCOUNTING I | ||
| PRINCIPLES OF ACCOUNTING II 1 | ||
| QUICKBOOKS FOR ACCOUNTING 1 | ||
| SM BUS TAX ACCOUNTING | ||
| COST ACCOUNTING 1 | ||
| INTRO TO BUSINESS 1 | ||
| Total Credits | 21.00 | |
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Course has prerequisite(s)
Tuition is calculated by contact hours per semester.
Current/Updated: 07/01/2023
Suggested Schedule
| Fall 1 | Credits | |
|---|---|---|
| ACCT-109 | PAYROLL ACCOUNTING | 2.00 |
| ACCT-111 | PRINCIPLES OF ACCOUNTING I | 4.00 |
| ACCT-113 | QUICKBOOKS FOR ACCOUNTING | 2.00 |
| BUS-104 | INTRO TO BUSINESS | 4.00 |
| Credits | 12.00 | |
| Winter 1 | ||
| ACCT-112 | PRINCIPLES OF ACCOUNTING II | 4.00 |
| ACCT-204 | SM BUS TAX ACCOUNTING | 2.00 |
| Credits | 6.00 | |
| Fall 2 | ||
| ACCT-213 | COST ACCOUNTING | 3.00 |
| Credits | 3.00 | |
| Total Credits | 21.00 | |