Accounting

About the Program

Program Goal: Career

GE Pattern(s): Butte Local, Cal-GETC

Program Code: 01308.00AS

Students planning an accounting career should be detail-oriented, be able to analyze and interpret facts and figures quickly and accurately, and make sound decisions. They must also be able to communicate the results. Patience, persistence, self-discipline, and concentration are essential. High school students considering an accounting career are encouraged to take English, mathematics, computer, accounting, and related business courses.

The Accounting program is designed to enable students to: set up, complete, adjust, and summarize records of business activities according to accepted accounting principles and techniques; use accounting information to enhance business planning, decision making, problem solving, and management control; and apply both financial and managerial accounting principles and techniques.

Accounting employment opportunities are expected to increase faster than for many other occupations due to pressure on business and governmental agencies to improve their financial accountability. Demand for skilled accountants will rise as managers rely more on accounting information to make decisions. Knowledge of basic computer applications is essential.

Program Learning Outcome(s): Upon successful completion of the program, the student will be able to:

1. Accumulate, record, and analyze financial data.
2. Prepare accurate reports for decision making and regulatory compliance.
3. Demonstrate the appropriate use of accounting and business terminology in business scenarios.
4. Demonstrate proficiency with commonly used office software programs.