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Accounting
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Program Description
Accountants play a crucial role in modern business, ensuring the accurate recording, analysis, and interpretation of financial transactions. Beyond maintaining financial records, they provide insights that drive efficiency and informed decision-making. Graduates of the Accounting A.S. program can pursue entry-level positions such as bookkeepers, accounting clerks, junior accountants, payroll clerks, bank tellers, and assistant tax examiners in government agencies.
With additional education, they may advance to roles such as business manager, budget director, private accountant, or controller. Those who pursue further study and gain relevant experience may also qualify for certification as a Certified Public Accountant (CPA), Certified Management Accountant (CMA), or become educators in accounting and related fields.
To enhance practical learning, students have the opportunity to participate in an internship or apprenticeship during their final year, gaining valuable hands-on experience in a supervised business setting. These programs are critical in developing skills in learning how to collaborate with team members and using technology to enhance effective communication with management or clients.
Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion of the Accounting AS program, students will be able to:
Explain fundamental business concepts related to accounting, finance, business ethics, various forms of business entities, and global business within the broader business environment.
Conduct business research by gathering, analyzing, and presenting information effectively in both individual and group settings.
Prepare, interpret, and analyze financial statements for internal and external decision-making, demonstrating an understanding of financial reporting principles.
Apply intermediate-level accounting skills to record, summarize, and evaluate financial transactions.
Apply business technology, software applications, and fundamental programming skills to create professional business documents, build spreadsheets, and manage databases for financial analysis and informed decision-making.
Demonstrate quantitative proficiency by accurately performing mathematical calculations relevant to business operations.
Engage in experiential learning through supervised internship or apprenticeship, applying accounting principles in real-world business settings.
Program Coordinator: Professor Paul Jaijairam