ACCOUNTING (52.0302)
Graduation Requirements (A Minimum of 61 Credits)
The program is designed for students planning to pursue a higher-level degree in Accounting as well as to prepare the student for employment as an entry-level accountant, bookkeeper or general accounting clerk. The program is designed to provide the student with an intensive background in general accounting procedures and principles, business principles and automated accounting procedures. The program includes a thirty-nine credit-hour component of general education/liberal arts courses. FNU awards an Associate of Arts Degree in Accounting upon graduation.
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GENERAL EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS (38 CREDITS)
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SLS 1501College Study Skills1
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ENC 1101English Composition I3
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ENC 1102English Composition II3
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SPC 1017Fundamentals of Oral Communications3
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Any Two Humanities Courses6
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ECO 2013Principles of Macroeconomics3
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Any Social Science Course3
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Any Natural Science Course3
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MAC 1105College Algebra I3
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STA 2014Introduction to Statistics4
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CGS 1030Introduction to Information Technology4
Core Requirements (26 Credits)
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ACG 2003Principles of Accounting I3
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ACG 2003LPrinciples of Accounting I Lab.1
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ACG 2004Principles of Accounting II3
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ACG 2004LPrinciples of Accounting II Lab.1
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ACG 2071Managerial Accounting3
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BUL 2131Business Law3
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ECO 2023Principles of Microeconomics3
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BUS 2505End of Program Assessment
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GEB 2430Business Ethics & Social Responsibility3
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TAX 2000Income Tax Accounting3
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CGS 2511Spreadsheet Applications for Business3
Pursuing an accounting degree is a great way to start your career. During the program, you learn how to interpret financial statements, understand taxation, and audit systems. You develop an understanding of accounting principles, theory, and practices and gain the knowledge needed to make informed decisions and advise clients.
In addition to accounting fundamentals, you also learn about financial markets and investments, giving you the skills to help your organization make sound financial decisions. You’ll take courses in business law, so you can understand how businesses operate and how to effectively manage your business. Furthermore, you learn how to interpret financial information and identify trends to effectively advise your clients.
After completing these classes, you have the tools needed to work on financial and accounting issues. With an accounting degree, you can become a successful accountant and help your organization reach their financial goals.
*General Education Component (see page 219)
**This course has prerequisites; check course descriptions.
An Associate of Arts (A.A.) program is a two-year course of study that covers the core materials needed to complete the first two years of a four-year bachelor’s degree.