Associate of Applied Science

Accounting

Program

The A.A.S. Accounting Degree provides a general education and specialized training in accounting and management to prepare graduates for entry-level positions in industry, service organizations, retail establishments, and various government agencies. The A.A.S. Degree is not designed to prepare graduates to transfer to a four-year institution. However, almost all courses do transfer to most four-year universities, and many A.A.S. Accounting Degree graduates do continue their studies at transfer institutions.

Graduates are eligible for city, county, state and federal jobs, or may open their own business in areas such as taxes, bookkeeping/accounting, and general business.

Graduates can join the workforce in areas such as:

Customs Broker
Accounting
Retail Sales
Management
Human Resources
Marketing
Inside/Outside Sales
Non-profit Organizations
Advertising
Payroll
Tax Management
Insurance
Banking

Program Goals

Prepare students to demonstrate basic quantitative skills required in business.
Prepare students to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.
Prepare students to demonstrate proficiency in using computer software.
Prepare students to demonstrate skills required in designing and maintaining a moderately complex, double entry accounting records.
Prepare students to demonstrate proficiency in personal income tax preparation.
Prepare students for employment and/or transfer to a four-year program.