Accounting: General Accounting
Associate of Science Degree Accounting · Coastline College · 2026-2027 Catalog
The Accounting program consists of three options that will prepare an individual for preparation in the accounting field as bookkeepers, junior accountants, or tax practitioners.
Program Learning Outcomes
- Accumulate, record, and interpret financial data.
- Analyze and recommend effective business decisions/solutions using a systematic, evaluative, and information-based approach.
- Demonstrate proficiency in the use of computerized accounting software.
- Demonstrate understanding of accounting and business terminology.
- Prepare accurate reports for decision making and regulatory compliance.
Requirements
Review the Associate in Science and Associate in Arts Graduation Requirements and General Education requirements.
| Course | Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| Required Core | ||
| Complete the following: | ||
| ACCT C100 | Introduction to Accounting | 3 |
| ACCT C101 | Financial Accounting | 4 |
| ACCT C102 | Managerial Accounting | 4 |
| ACCT C106 | Excel for Accounting | 2 |
| ACCT C107 | Accounting with QuickBooks | 2 |
| ACCT C112 | Intermediate Accounting 1 | 3 |
| Concentration in General Accounting | ||
| Select six units from the following: | 6 | |
| ACCT C103 | Federal and California Individual Income Tax Preparation | |
| ACCT C283 | Work Based Learning | |
| orACCT C284 | Work Based Learning | |
| BUS C100 | Introduction to Business | |
| BUS C120 | Personal Finance | |
| ENGL C103 | Business English | |
| Units Required for Major Preparation | 24 | |
| Local General Education or CalGETC pattern | varies | |
| Electives to Satisfy Unit Requirement | varies | |
| Total Units | 60 | |