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Are attention to detail, numbers, and helping businesses succeed words that describe your ideal job?- Accounting Technology might be for you.

You can start working in an accounting office now with a two-year accounting degree and pursue a bachelor’s degree to become a CPA while you work.

Do you enjoy spreadsheets, budgets, payroll, taxes and how to make all of these items work together? These are things staff accountants work on every day. A degree in Accounting Technology is the first step to making that career change.

Program Specific Courses

NOTE: Additional courses may be required to complete your degree or certificate.

  • ACCT 211 Principles of Accounting I
  • ACCT 212 Principles of Accounting II
    ACCT 218 Payroll Accounting
  • ACCT 219 Accounting Management Software
  • ACCT 225 Intermediate Accounting
  • ACCT 227 Financial Analysis and Budgeting
  • ACCT 237 Income Tax Accounting
  • ACCT 258 Cost Accounting

Program Purpose

Career and Technical Education. The Accounting Technology program is designed for students planning a career that requires expertise in accounting, information systems, and/or communication. Possible areas of employment include healthcare, banking, manufacturing, merchandising, and public accounting.

Program Outcomes

  • Perform financial and managerial acounting functions using proper techniques and procedures.
  • Communicate business information effectively within a business environment.
  • Demonstrate effective use of computerized accounting systems for companies.
  • Utilize current income tax resources to prepare personal tax returns.
  • Demonstrate knowledge of accounting as it relates to payroll.

Contact

Jennifer Inman

Jennifer Inman

Instructor, Accounting

Faculty

573-840-9636

Three Rivers College Catalog

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