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 and the Health, Wellness and Self Development graduation requirement to earn an Associate degree. Consultation with a Counselor is highly encouraged to ensure all requirements are met.