Master skills in demand across accounting fields and gain foundational knowledge of broader business concepts. Learn to analyze financial information and apply practical accounting practices across business structures.
What You'll Learn
Apply basic principles, theories and procedures for recording and reporting financial data.
Apply practical accounting practices in a variety of business structures including corporations, partnerships and small businesses
Prepare financial reports and analyze relevant financial data
Provide management support in the budgeting, planning and decision-making processes
Apply knowledge of payroll laws and related procedures
Apply knowledge of individual income tax laws (for A.A.A.S. degree students only)
Careers & Opportunities
The job outlook for accounting-related occupations is very good. Graduates may be hired as an Accounts Receivable/Accounts Payable Clerk, Full-Charge Bookkeeper, Junior Accountant, Ledger Clerk, Payroll Clerk, or Tax Preparer.
Potential employers include: Many of the new accounting positions will be created in small, rapidly growing businesses or CPA firms. The field also provides opportunities for temporary employment, part-time work or accounting services out of your home.