Accounting

The Accounting associate's degree program provides students with an understanding of accounting skills and knowledge of business fundamentals. Students learn about all facets of the accounting profession, and enhance their skills through cooperative education work experience.

The Accounting program also offers four certificates:

  • The Accounting Certificate is for those who have earned a degree in a different discipline and need accounting courses to prepare for the CPA exam, or those who may need accounting courses for job promotion. This program is best suited for students currently employed in the accounting field.
  • The Accounting with QuickBooks Certificate focuses on developing proficiency in using QuickBooks accounting software and applying basic accounting principles.
  • The Bookkeeping Certificate prepares individuals for employment as a bookkeeper in a small or medium-sized organization, along with preparation needed to take a national certification exam.
  • The Business Component CPA Exam Eligibility Certificate provides a pathway for individuals with a non-business bachelor’s degree to transition to a career in accounting. The certificate contains essential business courses that satisfy the requirements for the business component coursework of the CPA exam.

For more information, please contact the Business Technologies Division at (513) 569-1620.