Accounting (ACCT), A.A.S.

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The Accounting Associate Degree can be obtained completely ONLINE through selection of appropriate classes.

The Accounting Associate Degree in Applied Science program prepares students to systematically record, interpret, and present financial data. According to forecasts, accountants are near the top of the list of promising careers for the future. Career opportunities include entry positions such as general accounting, payroll, accounts receivable, and accounts payable. Selected accounting classes are available during the day and evening.

Developmental Courses

This program of study requires that all developmental courses be completed prior to graduation. These developmental courses may or may not be prerequisites to courses required in the program. Developmental courses are determined by placement tests taken at the time of admission into the College. The developmental courses are MAT 013 and RWR 032 . These courses do not count for credit in any program of study.

General Education Core Requirements

ECO 210 - Macroeconomics 3 Credit Hours
or
ECO 211 - Microeconomics 3 Credit Hours
ENG 101 - English Composition I 3 Credit Hours
MAT 155 - Contemporary Mathematics 3 Credit Hours
SPC 205 - Public Speaking 3 Credit Hours
Humanities/Fine Arts Elective 3 Credit Hours

Total Credit Hours: 15

Following is a list of courses required to complete this program. Since some courses are offered once a year, courses should be taken in the following sequence in order to complete the program in a timely manner: