Accounting OVERVIEW Winona Campus and 100% Online PROGRAM HIGHLIGHTS A degree in accounting can lead to a highly valued and rewarding career in one of the nation’s fastest growing professions. If you have the desire to own your own business, be a leader, motivate people, and solve problems, consider enrolling in the accounting program at Minnesota State College Southeast. More and more employers are demanding an accounting degree from potential job candidates to fill their accounting positions. MSC Southeast’s educational approach is a blend of theory and practice, providing a solid foundation for your career. MSC Southeast offers a practical, personal approach to learning the principles of accounting and making the best use of a variety of popular accounting software packages. Once you have your degree in hand, you’ll find that the opportunities for meaningful and challenging employment are plentiful in companies of all sizes. Get your 2 year A.A.S. accounting degree online With a focus on providing our students the most flexible course delivery options possible, MSC Southeast offers a 2-year A.A.S. accounting degree that can be completed entirely online. Other accounting degrees and certificates offer online courses in tandem with daytime or evening courses on the Winona campus. You can enroll in the accounting program in either the fall or spring semester and attend classes on a full-time or part-time basis. MAJORS WITHIN Major Accounting Accounting Degree AAS Diploma Accounting & Networking Specialist AAS Accounting Assistant Bookkeeper Business Systems Diploma Certificate Certificate Credits 60 credits 60 credits 60 credits 31 credits 21 credits 16 credits 2 year accounting degree online – 100% online option available Excellent reputation with employers and students Hands-on learning Instructors have professional experience in all areas of accounting Latest computer software used in the following courses: Excel, QuickBooks, Access, Turbo Tax, Word, Peachtree and Power-Point Vast job opportunities with high growth potential Interactive learning combines technology with accounting theory Business Professionals of America and Student Senate are student organizations that provide leadership and professional growth opportunities CAREER OPPORTUNITIES Staff Accountants Banking Managerial Accounting Financial Accounting Cost Accounting Income Tax Financial Services Payroll Accounting Government/Non-Profit Budget Analysis Audit PROGRAM OUTCOMES Program graduates will be able to: 1. Apply the principles of financial accounting, managerial accounting, cost accounting, tax accounting and not-for-profit accounting. 2. Apply mathematical, analytical and business knowledge skills to formulate and solve problems and to make decisions relevant to the needs of business. 3. Demonstrate proficiency in personal computer operations and applications. 4. Demonstrate an understanding of human society and culture in order to function as an effective employee and citizen. JOB PLACEMENT 95% 8 2020-2022 College Catalog 2017-2018 CATALOG
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