Accounting: AS Degree
The Associate of Science Degree in Accounting is a four-semester course of study designed to prepare students for a career in Accounting as an Accounting Clerk, Bookkeeper, Payroll Clerk or entry-level Accountant. Candidates must complete all required courses with a grade of "C" or above. Each degree must total at least 60 units.
Career Opportunities
Accounting clerks, Bookkeepers, Payroll clerks, Entry-level Accountants.
Program Learning Outcomes
- Apply knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles.
- Record accounting transactions using a software package and explain various accounting reports.
Program Requirements
| Code | Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| Required Core Courses | ||
| ACCT-120 | Introduction to Accounting | 3 |
| ACCT-122 | Federal Income Tax for Individuals | 3 |
| ACCT-125 | Financial Accounting | 5 |
| ACCT-126 | Managerial Accounting | 5 |
| ACCT-127 | Introduction to Accounting with Quickbooks | 3 |
| BUSI-100 | Introduction to Business | 3 |
| BUSI-103 | Legal Environment of Business | 3 |
| BUSI-105 | Business Communication | 3 |
| BUSI-148 | Leadership for Effective Organizations | 3 |
| COMS-165 | Microsoft Excel | 3 |
| ECON-100 | Principles of Macroeconomics | 3 |
| ECON-101 | Principles of Microeconomics | 3 |
| Total Units | 40 | |
To receive an Associate Degree, students must complete 60 degree applicable semester units with a grade point average of at least 2.0. Students must also complete the NVC General Education pattern to earn an Associate degree. Consultation with a Counselor is highly encouraged to ensure all requirements are met.