Accounting
With an associate's Degree in Accounting, you may work in accounts receivable, bookkeeping, auditing, and payroll positions. In these roles, you will typically work with financial transactions, update statements, and check financial records for accuracy. The AAS in Accounting will allow you to jump-start your career and set you on a path to broader positions in Business and Management.
You must be familiar with one or more common financial/accounting programs as an accountant. With the movement to automate accounting duties through software tools, this shift to technology will also require workers to focus on analyzing books and advising clients.
With an Accounting Certificate, you will work under a manager and assist with accounts payable/receivables, journal entries, correspondence, and many other duties related to a business's financial operation. It’s a great way to test the waters in accounting, a valuable skill in most jobs and daily, with minimal time invested.
What’s the Job Outlook for Accountants/Bookkeepers/Auditors?
The number of bookkeeping, accounting, and auditing clerks is expected to decline by 6% from 2022 to 2032. Despite this decline, numerous job openings will still occur each year due to the need to replace workers who retire or leave their occupations.
Recommended course sequencing
Semester 1 Total: 16 Credits
- ENG 119 - English I 3 Credit(s)
- SPH 101 - Fundamentals of Speech 3 Credit(s)
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OR
- SPH 105 - Improving the Speaking Voice 3 Credit(s)
- BUS 150 - Introduction to Business 3 Credit(s)
- BUS 225 - Computer Applications in Business 3 Credit(s)
- ACC 110 - Principles of Accounting I 4 Credit(s)
Semester 2 Total: 14 Credits
- ENG 120 - English II 3 Credit(s)
- MAT 155 - College Algebra 4 Credit(s)
- PS 101 - American Government 3 Credit(s)
- ACC 111 - Principles of Accounting II 4 Credit(s)
Semester 3 Total: 12 Credits
- Elective: Other 6 Credit(s)*
- ACC 112 - Computerized Accounting Software 3 Credit(s)
- ACC 105 - Income Tax Accounting 3 Credit(s)
Semester 4 Total: 13 Credits
- ECO 101 - Principles of Economics I 3 Credit(s)
- BL 201 - Business Law I 4 Credit(s)
- MGT 205 - Principles of Management 3 Credit(s)
- ACC 210 - Intermediate Accounting I 3 Credit(s)
Semester 5 Total: 12 Credits
- ECO 102 - Principles of Economics II 3 Credit(s)
- MKT 200 - Principles of Marketing 3 Credit(s)
- BUS 221 - Business Statistics 3 Credit(s)
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- BUS 240 - Business Communications 3 Credit(s)
- ACC 211 - Intermediate Accounting II 3 Credit(s)
A.A.S. Program Total: 67 Credits
Note: Program total hours may not include prerequisites.
*Electives may include:
- Any course offered except ACC 100
- No courses numbered below ENG 119
- No courses numbered below MAT 155
- BUS 228 Internet Web Page Design strongly recommended
Semester 1 Total: 17 Credits
- ACC 110 - Principles of Accounting I 4 Credit(s)
- BUS 150 - Introduction to Business 3 Credit(s)
- BUS 225 - Computer Applications in Business 3 Credit(s)
- ENG 119 - English I 3 Credit(s)
- MAT 155 - College Algebra 4 Credit(s)
Semester 2 Total: 17 Credits
- ACC 111 - Principles of Accounting II 4 Credit(s)
- ACC 105 - Income Tax Accounting 3 Credit(s)
- ACC 112 - Computerized Accounting Software 3 Credit(s)
- BL 201 - Business Law I 4 Credit(s)
- BUS 240 - Business Communications 3 Credit(s)
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OR
- BUS 221 - Business Statistics 3 Credit(s)
Where is WCCCD’s Accounting Program Offered?
The Accounting program is offered at our Curtis L. Ivery Downtown, Downriver, and Northwest campuses. As a WCCCD student, you can take courses, use facilities, and get involved at any of our six locations.
What are my Transfer Pathway Options?
Transfer pathways help demonstrate how the courses you completed at Wayne County Community College District are a foundation for a bachelor’s degree at a 4-year college or university. WCCCD has transfer pathways (also known as transfer/articulation agreements) that allow for greater acceptance of programs and courses to bachelor’s degree programs.
Eastern Michigan University: Accounting (BBA)
Indiana Wesleyan University: Accounting (BS – Online only)
Siena Heights University: Business Administration (BBA), Accounting
It is the policy of WCCCD that no person, based on race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, height, weight, marital status, disability, or political affiliation or belief, shall be discriminated against, excluded from participation in, denied the benefits of, or otherwise be subjected to discrimination in employment or in any program or activity for which it is responsible or for which it receives financial assistance from the U.S. Department of Education.
