The Associate's Degree in Accounting prepares students for entry-level accounting positions in businesses, private industries, and government agencies. It is also beneficial for individuals seeking promotions and advancements in their current positions. Employment opportunities include positions in general accounting, accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, bookkeeping, and taxation.
By completing the degree requirements, students acquire the ability to apply concepts, principles, and regulations related to financial accounting, managerial accounting, and taxation. Students will also acquire technical skills through the use of general ledger software, tax preparation software, and other computer applications used in businesses. Additional accounting subject areas that students can explore include cost accounting, auditing, and fraud examination.
A.S. Degree Level Student Learning Outcomes
Students completing the Accounting A.S. Degree will:
- Analyze and evaluate financial information to support stakeholder decision-making.
- Apply financial rules and procedures for financial reporting purposes and income tax regulations for compliance and planning purposes.
- Apply basic accounting concepts with a business organization and prepare financial reports to support business decision-making.
Students receiving this degree must meet the following requirements:
- Complete the District General Education Pattern or Cal-GETC.
If transferring to a CSU or UC students are strongly recommended to complete the Cal-GETC General Education Pattern. Students looking to transfer to an out of state or private college should consult with a counselor for the appropriate GE pattern selection. - Complete with a “C” or better each course as specified by the major.
- Maintain an overall GPA of a 2.0 or better in all degree applicable coursework.
- Meet the 12-unit residency requirement.
| Code | Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| Required courses: | ||
| ACCT 101 | Financial Accounting | 4 |
| or ACCT 101H | Financial Accounting - Honors | |
| ACCT 102 | Managerial Accounting | 4 |
| or ACCT 102H | Managerial Accounting - Honors | |
| ACCT 110 | Income Tax Accounting | 4 |
| ACCT 111 | Taxation of Business Entities | 4 |
| ACCT 203 | Intermediate Accounting I | 3 |
| ACCT 204 | Intermediate Accounting II | 3 |
| BUS 152 | Business Communications | 3 |
| Select three (3) or more units from the following courses: | ||
| Microcomputer Applications I | 4 | |
| Introduction to Microsoft Office Applications | 3.5 | |
| Microsoft Excel | 3 | |
| Select nine (9) or more units from the following courses: | ||
| Accounting | 4 | |
| Computerized Income Tax Preparation | 2 | |
| QuickBooks | 2 | |
| Tax Practices and Procedures | 3 | |
| Payroll Accounting | 3 | |
| Cost Accounting | 3 | |
| Auditing | 3 | |
| Fraud Examination | 3 | |
| Accounting Ethics | 4 | |
| Business Law and the Legal Environment I | 3 | |
or BUS 160H | Business Law and the Legal Environment I - Honors | |
| Total Units | 37-40 | |
2-Year Curriculum Map Example
This map represents one possible pathway through the program and is only for reference.
*It is highly recommended that you make an appointment to create a customized education plan that fits your needs.
| First Year | ||
|---|---|---|
| Fall Term 1 | Units | |
| ENGL C1000 | Academic Reading and Writing or Academic Reading and Writing or Academic Reading and Writing - Honors | 4-5 |
| STAT C1000 or STAT C1000H | Introduction to Statistics or Introduction to Statistics - Honors | 4 |
| ACCT 101 or ACCT 101H | Financial Accounting or Financial Accounting - Honors | 4 |
| ITIS 130 | Microcomputer Applications I | 4 |
| Units | 16-17 | |
| Spring Term 1 | ||
| ACCT 102 or ACCT 102H | Managerial Accounting or Managerial Accounting - Honors | 4 |
| ACCT 110 | Income Tax Accounting | 4 |
| Citrus GE Area A2: Oral Communication and Critical Thinking | 3-4 | |
| Citrus GE Area C: Arts and Humanities | 3 | |
| Citrus GE Area F: Ethnic Studies | 3 | |
| Units | 17-18 | |
| Second Year | ||
| Fall Term 2 | ||
| ACCT 111 | Taxation of Business Entities | 4 |
| ACCT 112 | Computerized Income Tax Preparation or QuickBooks or Tax Practices and Procedures or Payroll Accounting or Cost Accounting or Auditing | 3-4 |
| ACCT 203 | Intermediate Accounting I | 3 |
| Biological or Physical Science | 3 | |
| Units | 13-14 | |
| Spring Term 2 | ||
| ACCT 100 | Accounting or QuickBooks or Tax Practices and Procedures or Payroll Accounting or Cost Accounting or Auditing | 3-4 |
| ACCT 204 | Intermediate Accounting II | 3 |
| BUS 160 or BUS 160H | Business Law and the Legal Environment I or Business Law and the Legal Environment I - Honors | 3 |
| Citrus GE Area D: Social and Behavioral Sciences | 3 | |
| Citrus GE Area E: Personal Health and Wellness | 3 | |
| Units | 15-16 | |
| Total Units | 61-65 | |
Career Opportunities
There are a variety of careers you can do with this major.
To explore more about this major, schedule an appointment with a career counselor.