Business & Accounting

Accounting

Certificate

A closer look.

Certificate The Accounting certificate program is designed for those students with some postsecondary educational background seeking entry-level positions in the accounting field or those already employed in the field seeking to enhance their skills. Cooperative education credits may be available to those who qualify. Upon successful completion of the program, the graduate will: Explain the role and value of accounting in a business organization. Demonstrate entry-level accounting skills and current knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles. Analyze business transactions and determine their impact on financial statements. Solve accounting problems using analysis and critical thinking. Utilize accounting concepts and techniques to make management decisions.

Program requirements

Certificate Requirements First Semester ACC 104 - Financial Accounting CHOOSE BUS - Business Elective CHOOSE CIT - Computer Info Technology Elective Total: 10–11 Credits Second Semester ACC 203 - Managerial Accounting ACC 120 - Computer Applications in Accounting CIT 140 - Spreadsheets for Business Environments Total: 11 Credits Third Semester CHOOSE ACC(3) - Accounting Electives CHOOSE BUS - Business Elective Total: 12 Credits Minimum Credits to Graduate: 33–34 NOTE: [course reference unavailable] or the equivalent is required for program entry.

What you’ll study

4 listed courses

ACC 104

Financial Accounting

4 Credits

In this course, students are introduced to the fundamental principles of financial accounting. This includes concepts governing the recording and reporting of accounting data. Students examine receivables, payables, inventory, depreciation, fixed assets, current and long-term liabilities and stockholder's equity.

Prerequisites: MAT 090 with a C grade or higher, or completion of MAT 195 with a B grade or higher, or completion of ACC 100 with a C grade or higher. - Must be completed prior to taking this course.

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ACC 120

Computr App/Acct

3 Credits

This course is designed for students to utllize computer spreadsheets and industry specific software as tools for the accountant. Emphasis is on linking accounting theory and practice.

Prerequisites: Complete CIT-100 and ACC-104. - Must be completed prior to taking this course.

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ACC 203

Managerial Acct

4 Credits

Utilization of accounting information for purpose of managerial control and decision-making. Topics include an analysis of financial statements and accounting reports, cash flow analysis, cost- volume-profit analysis, cost accounting concepts, and budgeting as tools for planning control.

Prerequisites: Complete ACC-104 with a C grade or higher. - Must be completed prior to taking this course.

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CIT 140

Sprdsht Bus Envir

4 Credits

This course explores the development of spreadsheets for use in a business environment. Students create and use spreadsheets, charts, tables and database-like functions in the development of solutions for business-oriented problems. Students enhance their creativity and critical thinking skills through project-based learning. Learning outcomes are consistent with many of those required for Microsoft Excel Expert certification.

Prerequisites: Basic skills using a personal computer and operating system and basic experience using the Microsoft Office user interface; MAT-090 or successful placement. - Must be completed prior to taking this course.

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