ASSOCIATE DEGREE IN APPLIED BUSINESS IN
BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION WITH A CONCENTRATION IN ACCOUNTING
Program Objectives & Overview
The business administration program offers a well-rounded education for those seeking an entry level position in the business field. Technical courses provide an excellent core business foundation while the General Education classes reinforce knowledge needed to achieve success. The intent of this program is to provide the graduate with a strong background in management, business law, accounting, leadership development, and computer applications. Business administration majors participate in an externship during their final quarters of study. This experience provides an opportunity to gain valuable field experience.
A concentration in accounting provides the student with an education focused on expanding their knowledge and expertise in the accounting field. This concentration builds on the foundation provided in the Business Administration program to include progressive accounting skills in general, tax, and payroll accounting. This program provides students with the skills needed to perform business and accounting functions for managerial decision-making situations.
Graduates from the Business Administration program with an accounting concentration may find opportunities in businesses, organizations, and firms that use and apply accounting principles and procedures.
TECHNICAL COURSES
Computerized Accounting
Managerial Accounting
Small Business Management
Human Resource Management
Principles of Management
Principles of Economics
Externship
Global Business
Word Processing I
Spreadsheets I
Graphics Presentation
Principles of Marketing
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4
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4
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CONCENTRATION COURSES
Accounting II
Accounting III
Payroll Accounting
Tax Accounting
4
4
4
4
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BASIC COURSES
Accounting I
Introduction to Business
Professional Development
Business Law
Composition I
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4
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4
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GENERAL EDUCATION COURSES
Intro to Computer Science
Composition II
Interpersonal Communication
Business Math
Psychology
Political Science
4
4
4
4
4
4
QUARTER CREDITS
TOTAL CREDIT HOURS
108
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- DJ OWSLEY
ACADEMIC OUTCOMES
At the completion of the program, students should possess the following technical skills:
- Overview of the world of business to include specific business terminology.
- The design and implementation of a small business through the development of a written plan.
- An introduction to the world of international business and its impact on the domestic business environment.
- Knowledge of the concepts of economics.
- The fundamentals of marketing from the origination of a product to it ultimate use by the consumer.
- Computer software skills including the foundations of word processing, basic concepts of spreadsheets, and graphic presentation design concepts.
- A firm foundation in mathematical applications.
- Strong knowledge of the fundamental principles of accounting with emphasis on accrual accounting for managerial decisions-making situations.
- An understanding of proprietorship, partnership, and corporate accounting.
- A strong background in computer applications used in the accounting field.
- Knowledge in the preparation of payrolls including interpretation of laws affecting payroll accounting.
- Be aware of accounting tools that help plan and control business operations.
- An understanding of the principles of taxation on a federal level, tax laws, terminology, and primary tax returns.
POSSIBLE CAREERS
Accounts Receivable/Payable Specialist
Accounting Assistant
Tax Assistant
Payroll Clerk
Bookkeeper
Invoice/Billing Processor
Client Account Representative
General Ledger
Payment Processor
Inventory Accountant
Purchasing Agent Assistant
Assistant Actuary