Schoolcraft program code # AAS.00005
The accounting program is designed to familiarize students with the work and challenges facing accountants. The program provides training for those planning to seek a career in accounting. Students who satisfactorily complete all college and program requirements qualify for an associate of applied science degree.
Program Outcomes
- Apply federal, state, and local tax laws to completing tax forms for a variety of situations
- Prepare financial statements
- Account for product or service costs including allocations
- Complete payroll records and reports according to payroll regulations
- Apply planning and control techniques
- Apply codes of ethics
- Interpret financial statements
- Analyze financial activities
- Explain the components of internal control
- Apply the technology accountants use to obtain, process, record and communicate financial information
- Apply fundamental accounting principles and methods
Related Program Opportunities
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Career Information
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Creating Your Academic Plan
Not all courses are offered each semester. Students should work with an academic advisor to develop a schedule that will work for them. Students planning to transfer should check the transfer institution’s requirements/guides or discuss their options with an academic advisor. The number of credits may vary depending on the course selection.
