Accounting
An increase in the number of businesses, changing financial laws and regulations, and increased scrutiny of company finances are a driving force in the growth of the accounting industry. Business growth and employee turnover in agencies and private businesses provide opportunities for accountants with specialized skills. In addition, self-employed entrepreneurs who have an accounting background can develop and maintain financial records and budgetary data critical to their success.
The associate in science (A.S.) degree program in Accounting is designed for students planning to transfer to upper division colleges in preparation for careers in accounting and finance including a CPA track. The program provides you the introductory accounting classes and with the liberal arts background you need to successfully transfer, and by working with your academic advisor and a transfer counselor, you will have the electives to meet your desired transfer requirements and career needs.
Genesee's AAS Accounting program will prepare you for numerous entry-level positions. Courses focus on developing your problem-solving, communication and analytical skills, and form a solid foundation of basic financial concepts, principles and standards. Intermediate course work expands your accounting knowledge so that you can prepare detailed financial statements, understand the concepts of present and future value, and have a total understanding of assets, liabilities and equity. Cost accounting, tax procedures and principles, and courses integrating computer applications add further depth to your preparation. AAS Accounting majors may participate in an off-campus cooperative education experience.
The Accounting Certificate program provides students with introductory and intermediate-level principles of financial, managerial and cost accounting. You'll also develop an understanding of the legal environment in which businesses operate and enhance your computer application skills. The certificate requires four semesters because of the sequential prerequisites of accounting courses, and all your courses may be applied toward the Accounting A.A.S. degree program.
More than 50 percent of the Accounting programs may be taken in a distance learning format.