Accounting

Accounting is the language of business. The Accounting Associate in Science Degree is designed to prepare students for employment in the fields of accounting and/or bookkeeping. This major is best suited for the student who wishes to pursue secure rewarding positions such as accounting manager, internal auditor, financial analyst, tax accountant, or controller in public accounting firms, corporations, governmental agencies, or not-for-profit organizations. Accounting provides you with the information and experience to make educated decisions in all of your endeavors. Most businesses and organizations depend on in-house or contracted accountants (or both) to measure performance and provide financial information and forecasts. Students will learn the rules and language that govern business. They will learn how to use, interpret, prepare and present financial statements that can be used to assist business planning and decision-making. Students will understand and apply financial analysis techniques. An education in accounting can lead to a position preparing financial statements, balance sheets and tax returns at an accounting/CPA firm, small business, large corporation, financial institution, government agency or any number of organizations. This is also the foundation for four-year college studies in accounting.

Student Learning Outcomes

Upon successful completion of this program, students will be able to:

• Analyze accounting data/information in addressing and evaluating problems and issues in making informed business decisions.
• Compute financial data using accounting concepts and methods to understand, analyze, and communicate issues in quantitative terms.
• Create accurate, professional, and appropriate accounting documents and reports for the business entity served.
• Demonstrate effective use of technology applicable to the accounting field.

Required Courses for Major

†To earn an Associate degree, students will complete at least 60 units of degree-applicable coursework, including required courses for the major (listed above), General Education, and Graduation Requirements.