Financial Accounting Certificate
Division: Business and Computer Information Systems
PROGRAM CODE: 2C40991
The Financial Accounting Certificate program emphasizes developing an advanced understanding of accounting principles, analytical skills and the capacity to solve problems. The objective of the program is to prepare students for a professional entry-level career within a focus area of accounting by building both technical and soft skills. Some career opportunities include accountant, bookkeeper, data-entry clerk, financial staff accountant, cost accountant, and general office clerk. A minimum grade of C is required in each course taken. This certificate requires 18 units.
| Code | Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| Required Courses (15 units): | ||
| ACCT 101AF | Financial Accounting | 5 |
| or ACCT 102HF | Honors Financial Accounting | |
| ACCT 201AF | Intermediate Accounting | 5 |
| ACCT 201BF | Intermediate Accounting | 5 |
| Restricted Electives (3 units): | 3 | |
| Computerized Accounting with QuickBooks | 3 | |
| Payroll Accounting | 3 | |
| Auditing | 3 | |
| Analysis of Financial Statements | 3 | |
| Ethics in Accounting | 3 | |
| Excel for Accountants | 3 | |
| Total Units | 18 | |
Outcome 1: Demonstrate an understanding of accrual basis accounting and Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) to analyze and record accounting transactions.
Outcome 2: Demonstrate an understanding and knowledge of accounting information system to identify, measure,analyze, interpret, and communicate financial information to management in the decision-making processes associated with all aspects of business operations.
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