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Associate in Science

Accounting Technology (2201)

Budgets, books, statistics, spreadsheets. Would you be comfortable with any of these terms in your job description? Your career opportunities and potential for advancement in the accounting field multiply greatly with the attainment of this degree. The program prepares you for accounting-related positions in industry, federal, state and local government, and public accounting. Upon completion, you will have a thorough understanding of accounting principles and theory, as well as the ability to apply this knowledge to problem situations.

Accreditation
This program is accredited by the Association of Collegiate Business Schools and Programs (ACBSP).

Cost
Estimated cost of tuition is $4,250 (for Florida residents, as of 7/06). Contact program manager for additional costs (textbooks, materials, fees).

Curriculum

General Education Courses
ENC 1101 English Composition I 3
MAC 1105 College Algebra 3
ECO 2013 Principles of Economics I 3
  *Social and Behavioral Sciences 3
  *Humanities 3
  Credit Hours 15

 

Professional Courses
GEB 1011 Introduction to Business 3
ACG 2021 Financial Accounting 4
OST 2335 Applied Business Communications 3
ACG 2071 Managerial Accounting 3
ACG 2100 Intermediate Accounting I 3
TAX 2000 Individual Taxes 3
ACG 2110 Intermediate Accounting II 3
ACG 2450 Computerized General Ledger
Accounting
3
BUL 2131 Business Law I 3
CGS 1100 Microsoft Applications for Business 4
CGS 2512 Spreadsheet Concepts and Practices 3
OST 1581 Professional Development in the
Work Environment
3
ACG 2680 Introduction to Forensic Accounting  
  or ACG 2500 Governmental and Not-for-Profit
  Accounting
3
ACG 1942 Internship 2
  or ACG 1943 Internship (3)  
  Credit Hours 43

 

Professional Electives
BUL 2242 Business Law II 3
CGS 2542 Database Concepts for Microcomputers 3
ECO 2023 Principles of Economics II 3
FIN 2100 Personal Finance 3
MAN 2021 Principles of Management 3
OST 1355 Introduction to Information and
Records Management
3
ACG 2680 Introduction to Forensic Accounting  
  or ACG 2500 Governmental and Not-for-Profit
  Accounting
3
APA 2501 Payroll Accounting 2
  Credit Hours 6

Total Credit Hours: 64

*Refer to A.S. degree General Education Requirements.

Notes
This associate in science degree program is intended primarily for students who desire to complete an associate degree and become employed. Students who decide to pursue university transfer study must meet certain course and test requirements. See your advisor for details.

 


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