Accounting - A.A. Degree (Transfer)
APPLICATION CODE 271
For curriculum information, contact the Business and Computer Systems Division—Room DH-239—443-518-1520.
This curriculum is designed for students planning to transfer to a four-year institution to complete a bachelor’s degree in accounting. The predominant emphasis in this program is the development of fundamental principles, conceptual abilities, and skills in accounting and business and on examination and licensure requirements in the State of Maryland. Accounting is an active field in the region and nationwide, with employment opportunities in public accounting, industry, government, and non-profits. Students who have basic mathematics abilities and are able to analyze situations would find this program appropriate. Transfer arrangements with some private (Mount Saint Mary’s University) and public Maryland institutions exist.
Suggested Semester 1
Suggested Semester 2
Suggested Semester 3
Suggested Semester 4
A graduate should be able to
- Evaluate accounting transactions, applying accounting concepts and principles, to determine appropriate valuation for recording and reporting purposes. Using this assessment, perform each step in the accounting cycle.
- Examine financial statements to evaluate the profitability, liquidity, and solvency of a business organization using applicable vocabulary and analytical skills.
- Demonstrate the ability to organize, process, and report relevant managerial accounting information for use in planning and decision-making.
- Analyze ethical business practices.
Total Credit Hours: 60