This certificate is designed to develop the necessary skills for persons seeking employment in entry-level accounting positions.

Upon completion of this program, graduates will be able to:

• Interpret and explain financial statements to make management decisions;
• Utilize accounting software to make business decisions;
• Complete payroll taxes and prepare records and reports;
• Utilize Microsoft Office which includes Word, Excel, Power Point and Access at an intermediate level;
• Identify elementary business psychology, behavior characteristics, and personality traits;
• Develop key business communication skills.

The program course requirements are presented in sequence. Part-time students and others who cannot follow this sequence should check course descriptions in this Catalog to determine prerequisites and, in addition, should consult their academic advisor regarding the order in which they take courses.