DIPLOMA IN ACCOUNTING

DIPLOMA IN ACCOUNTING

DIPLOMA IN ACCOUNTING Program Overview This program teaches important and specialized accounting skills through theory and practice. Through computer courses included in the curriculum, students realize the role the computer and data processing plays as they relate to the accounting profession. To pursue the accounting program, students must have at least a high school diploma or GED. Graduates will be prepared for entry-level positions in such fields a as accounts receivable, accounts payable, payroll clerk, and bank teller. All courses meet on campus Monday through Thursday in the day and evening sessions and are in session for approximately 16 hours per week. Students are eligible for federal financial assistance if they qualify. The complete program can be finished in 4 twelve-week quarters, or 48 weeks.

51 Credits 682 Clock Hours DIPLOMA IN ACCOUNTING Program Outline Course Code Course Title Credit Hours AC1001 Accounting Principles I 3 AC1002 Accounting Principles II 3 LA1001 Business Law 3 MA1001 Business Mathematics 3 EN1001 Communications (Business English) 3 GE1051 Composition 3 BA1005 Customer Service 3 FS1001 Freshman Seminar 1 IB1001 Introduction to Business 3 GE1007 Introduction to College Mathematics 4 CA1001 Introduction to Computer Concepts 3 JO2001 Job Orientation 3 AC1004 Payroll Records and Accounting 3 CA1006 Spreadsheet Applications I 3 CA1052 Spreadsheet Applications II 3 TY1001 Typewriting/Keyboarding I 3 CA1007 Word Processing I 3 Course Code Explanation: The alpha prefixes indicate the course being taught. The numbering system indicates the level of the course, as follows: 1000 series are beginning classes; 1050 series are intermediate Classes; and 2000 series are advanced classes. It is possible for certain intermediate classes to be prerequisites for beginning classes.

DIPLOMA IN ACCOUNTING Course Descriptions Listed Alphabetically by Course Name Unless otherwise indicated, all courses are three (3) credit hours AC1001 ACCOUNTING PRINCIPLES I The student will learn the basic principles of accounting as applied to business entities with emphasis on accounting terminology and techniques. Students will develop the analytical and decision-making skills necessary for success in a business office. AC1002 ACCOUNTING PRINCIPLES II This is a continuation of Accounting Principles I focusing on specific accounting problems that face businesses. Emphasis will be placed on accounting for short and long-term assets, inventories, and current liabilities and depreciation. LA1001 BUSINESS LAW Fundamentals of commercial and business law are presented. Topics for study include the nature and substance of the law and the creation, classification, operation, and discharge of contracts. Students are given a basic understanding of terms and theories connected with the law. MA1001 BUSINESS MATHEMATICS A realistic approach to math as it relates to businesses is presented. Students will learn everyday business situations that need mathematical computations with emphasis on mark-ups, discounts, percents, interest, and financial accounting aspects. EN1001 COMMUNICATIONS (Business English) This basic English class concentrates on developing the ability to communicate effectively and correctly. Emphasis is placed on grammar, sentence structure, spelling, and punctuation. GE1051 COMPOSITION This class integrates writing instruction with reading and editing skills. Students learn to write concisely in direct response to assigned readings. BA1005 CUSTOMER SERVICE This course introduces and reinforces basic service principles and helps students develop professional customer handling, telephone, and communication skills. FS1001 FRESHMAN SEMINAR Take in First Quarter This course presents a variety of college survival skills. Students will be introduced to topics such as personal finances, study habits, and support networks, as well as, note-taking and testtaking strategies.

IB1001 INTRODUCTION to BUSINESS This course gives the student insight into the characteristics, organization, and operation of a business. Included in this class is an overview of business and society, business ownership, organization and management, marketing, management of human resources, and business laws. Real-life situations are presented as well as biographical sketches, ethical issues, and case problems. GE1005 INTRODUCTION to COLLEGE MATHEMATICS A realistic comprehensive approach to math as it relates to business and economics Students will learn everyday business situations that need mathematical computations with emphasis on basic mathematical calculations such as mean, median, mode; ratios and proportions; perimeter, circumference, area, and volume; and basic algebraic problem solving. CA1001 INTRODUCTION TO COMPUTER CONCEPTS This hands-on computer course requires students to work through a series of tutorial based on the Microsoft Office Suite. It culminates in an opportunity for the ICDL (International Computer Driver s License) certification. JO2001 JOB ORIENTATION Take in next to last or last quarter The student will focus on effective job-search skills. Specifically, the course covers job-search methods, researching jobs, networking, using the telephone, interviewing, resume preparation, cover letters and follow-up letters, effective time-management strategies, and personal characteristics (dress, attitude). Each student is required to prepare a portfolio. AC1004 PAYROLL RECORDS AND ACCOUNTING Prerequisite: AC1001 The class introduces students to the various aspects of the Fair Labor Standards Act and the various laws that affect employers in their payroll operations. The course covers the procedures employed in a typical payroll-accounting system placing emphasis on the importance of thorough recordkeeping. CA1006 SPREADSHEET APPLICATIONS I This is an introductory course in spreadsheet applications. Topics to be covered include creating, formatting, saving, and printing a spreadsheet, using formulas and statistical/logical, financial functions, creating graphs, what-if analyses, and creating, sorting, and querying lists. CA1052 SPREADSHEET APPLICATIONS II Prerequisite: CA1006 This course is a continuation of Spreadsheet Applications I, and it applies the concepts introduced there. Students will be introduced to advanced features such as creating templates, linking/embedding documents, using macros, PivotTables, formula auditing, data validation, and complex problem solving.

TY1001 TYPEWRITING/KEYBOARDING I The goal of this course is the acquisition of correct technique that will provide a sound foundation for the later development of speed and accuracy. The student will be introduced to simple business letters, memos, and report formats. The student will begin to develop proofreading skills. Speed tests will be part of this course, and a student must strive to achieve a speed of 35 net words per minute. CA1007 WORD PROCESSING I Students will use a Windows-based word processing package to learn such features as inserting, deleting, and formatting text, document storage, retrieval and printing, merging, multi-page documents, columns, graphics, and tables.