Accounting

Associate of Applied Science Degree

Program Director: Kerry Dolan

Upon completion of the Accounting Degree program, students will be prepared for employment in general accounting occupations. They will be prepared to work in public, private, or governmental agencies as accounting clerks, accounting technicians, bookkeepers, accounting support personnel, or payroll assistants.

Graduates are prepared to:

• Prepare financial records for a business.
• Prepare and interpret financial statements of a business while applying generally accepted accounting principles.
• Understand internal controls necessary in business organizations.
•  Perform accounting functions for sole proprietorships, partnerships and corporations.
•  Use computerized accounting software.
•  Communicate professionally, both orally and in writing.
• Compute payrolls and prepare basic federal and state payroll tax forms and returns.
• Prepare basic income tax returns for individuals and businesses using commercial tax preparation software.

Estimated Resident Program Cost*

Many students need preliminary math and writing courses before enrolling in the program requirements. These courses may increase the total number of program credits. Students should review their math and writing placement before planning out their full program schedules.

GFC MSU Additional Graduation Requirement