Accounting, AAS

B&SC Code: ACCT
CIP Code: 52.0301
New York Hegis Code: 5002
Available online in all states

Program: ACCT

The Accounting AAS degree program provides the technical and critical skills needed to perform accounting functions and processes in the accounting cycle. Throughout this program, students will gain knowledge, skills, and capabilities such as creating financial statements, understanding the generally accepted accounting principles, and applying theories related to financial reporting and managerial decision-making. Graduates of this program may apply the courses and earn credits toward the bachelor’s in accounting degree program.

Graduates of this degree plan will achieve the following program and institutional outcomes:

• Interpret and apply generally accepted accounting principles (GAAPs) to analyze, record, and report financial information to assist users in the management decision-making process.
• Develop accounting reports for internal and external users.
• Analyze financial information to assist users in the management decision-making process.
• Differentiate between ethical and unethical decisions within a business environment.
• Utilize accounting functions to effectively assist in managing a business.
• Utilize current technology and resources to identify a research need, locate and evaluate necessary  and available information, and then use it appropriately to communicate findings in visual, written, or oral formats.
• Integrate new and prior knowledge, skills, and behaviors acquired through learning to engage in career, life, and academic pursuits.
• Examine individual thinking strategies through reflection, analysis, and evaluation to adjust learning processes focused on continual improvement.
• Follow established methods of scientific inquiry and quantitative reasoning to form conclusions and make decisions.
• Assess academic, life, and career situations that promote cultural sensitivity, global and economic awareness, and a sense of belonging.