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Programs of Study

Business

Business Office Accounting

Degree Type: Certificate

Semester Credit Hours: 24

First Semester - 12 SCH

BUSG 1301 Introduction to Business
ACNT 1303 Introduction to Accounting I
ITSW 1304 Introduction to Spreadsheets
POFT 2312 Business Correspondence & Communication

Second Semester - 12 SCH

BCIS 1305 Business Computer Applications
ACNT 1311 Introduction to Computerized Accounting
ACCT 2301 Principles of Financial Accounting
POFT 1313 Professional Workforce Preparation

Marketable Skills

  • Prepare detailed reports on audit findings.
  • Report to management about asset utilization and audit results, and recommend changes in operations and financial activities.
  • Collect and analyze data to detect deficient controls.
  • Inspect account books and accounting systems for efficiency, effectiveness, and use of accepted accounting procedures to record transactions.
  • Supervise auditing of establishments, and determine scope of investigation required.

Program Outcomes

  • Perform basic functions of entry level bookkeeping / accounting positions.
  • Students will be able to evaluate profitability utilizing the accounting cycle in preparation of financial statements.  
  • Use computer and related tools to produce financial reports.

Expected Salary

Texas wage data: workers on average earn $40,630; 10% of workers earn $24,190 or less; 10% of workers earn $60,970 or more.

Career Opportunities

Bookkeeper, Accounting Clerk, Accounting Assistant, Accounts Payable Clerk, Bank Teller.

High School Endorsements

Business and Industry

Additional Educational Opportunities

Students may continue their education through an AAS in Business Management and a BAAS degree.