Accounting - Additional Program Information
| Program Options |
| Credential |
Title |
Credit Hours Required |
Notes |
| Associate of Business Administration |
Accounting |
62
|
Designed for transferring into a Bachelor of Business Administration program or entry into the field of Accounting. |
| Certificate |
Business / Accounting |
44 |
Designed for entry‑level positions or furthering one’s career. |
| Skill Specific Certificate |
Accounting |
19 |
Designed for entry-level positions or furthering one’s career. |
Program Description:
The Accounting program prepares students for entry level positions in the accounting field as well as enhancing the skills of individuals currently employed in accounting and who desire advancement. The program provides specialized knowledge in accounting theory and practice as well as an understanding of business operations in the American economy.
Program Outcomes:
Upon completion of this program, the student will be able to:
1. In the Area of Communication:
Present accounting views in writing.
Present accounting views through oral communication.
Listen effectively.
2. In the Area of Group Work and People Skills:
Understand group dynamics and work effectively with people to solve accounting problems.
Resolve conflict in group work.
Organize and delegate tasks in group work.
3. In the Area of Critical Thinking:
Solve diverse and unstructured accounting problems.
Read, critique, and judge the value of written accounting work.
4. In the Area of Working Under Pressure:
Deal effectively with imposed pressure and deadlines for accounting quizzes, homework, group work, practice set, and exams.
Career Opportunities:
