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Accounting Certificate

Build the core knowledge to become a certified accounting professional.

The mission of the undergraduate certificate in accounting program is to provide the basic theoretical and practical training necessary for success as entry level bookkeeping/accounting clerk in the business, governmental and/or non-profit sectors. The program also supplements a business or computer background with knowledge and skills relative to senior management positions. Students who complete the certificate program are also prepared to continue on to the Diploma in Accounting program and/or to the Associate of Applied Science in Accounting program. Students who average two classes per quarter may complete the program in 30 weeks.

Program Requirements and Online Options

Students can complete the program through classroom instruction, online instruction, or a combination of both.

Credits Required Number of Classes
Core Component 63 14
Total Required for Graduation 27 6

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Code
Name
Credits
 
Principles of Accounting I
Credits:: 4.5
Prerequisites:
This course is an introduction to the basics of accounting procedures. Topics include, accounting techniques and cycles, billings, balance sheets, and financial statements. Prerequisite: None.
BUS112
Principles of Accounting I
4.5
 
Principles of Accounting II
Credits:: 4.5
Prerequisites:
This course expands the student’s knowledge of preparing balance sheets and financial statements. Students prepare general ledger entries, prepare payroll, and discuss budget control. Prerequisite: BUS112 or equivalent.
BUS122
Principles of Accounting II
4.5
 
Intermediate Accounting I
Credits:: 4.5
Prerequisites:
This course provides an in-depth study of accounting theory and a review of the accounting cycle. Concentrates on the preparation of financial statements, the valuation of cash and temporary investments,receivables, and accounting for inventories. Refers to pronouncements of the Financial Accounting Standards Board (FASB). Prerequisite: BUS 122 or Experience.
ACC299
Intermediate Accounting I
4.5
 
Taxation Principles
Credits:: 4.5
Prerequisites:
This course provides a sufficient understanding of the tax environment to evaluate business transactions. Fundamental tax concepts are applied to a variety of business, investment, employment, and personal transactions. Topics include business formation, capital expenditures, employee and executive compensation, international and multi-state operations and disclosure. Prerequisite: BUS122 or equivalent.
BUS320
Taxation Principles
4.5
 
Cost Accounting
Credits:: 4.5
Prerequisites:
This course covers accounting procedures relating to the process cost system, the estimated cost system, and the standard cost system. Examines the accounting for by-products and includes comprehensive coverage of budgeting for all areas of business enterprise: sales, production, commercial expenses, capital investments, and forecasting. Prerequisite: Accounting II.
ACC330
Cost Accounting
4.5
 
Managerial Accounting
Credits:: 4.5
Prerequisites:
This course covers financial accounting concepts and managerial accounting topics. The course introduces finance and its importance and relevance to business operations. It covers the internal financial environment of a business. Topics include financial statements analysis, cost accounting, job order costing, and process product costing. Prerequisite: BUS122 or equivalent.
BUS340
Managerial Accounting
4.5
 
Business Law: Business, Government & Soc
Credits:: 4.5
Prerequisites:
This course is an introduction to law and ethics and outlines the ethical responsibilities managers face when conducting business. This course includes vulnerability to lawsuits and litigation. American and international perspective and interpretations of laws and ethical standards are discussed. Prerequisite: BUS 100 or equivalent.
BUS200
Business Law: Business, Government & Soc
4.5
 

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