Entry-Level Accounting Certificate
Division: Business and Computer Information Systems
PROGRAM CODE: 2C40663
The Entry-Level Accounting Certificate is designed to prepare students for entry-level accounting positions in the private sector area such as small business, financial service, wholesale trades, and government. Specialized training enables students to maintain accounting records and develop financial reports in: 1) accounting, and 2) finance principles and practices. Entry-level employment opportunities include positions in accounts receivable/payable and a number of trainee/internship positions. A minimum grade of C is required in each course taken. This certificate requires 16-19 units.
| Code | Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| Required Courses (8 units): | ||
| ACCT 101AF | Financial Accounting | 5 |
| or ACCT 102HF | Honors Financial Accounting | |
| ACCT 107 F | Computerized Accounting with QuickBooks | 3 |
| or ACCT 230 F | Excel for Accountants | |
| Restricted Electives (8-9 units): | 8-9 | |
| Small Business Accounting | 3 | |
| Managerial Accounting | 5 | |
| Analysis of Financial Statements | 3 | |
| Ethics in Accounting | 2-4 | |
or BUS 295 F | Business Internship (formerly BUS 061 F) | |
| Business Communications | 3 | |
or BUS 211 F | Critical Reasoning and Writing for Business (formerly Writing for Business) | |
or BUS 211HF | Honors Critical Reasoning and Writing for Business (formerly Honors Writing for Business) | |
| Total Units | 16-17 | |