Academic Catalogs

Accounting: General Accounting, Associate of Science Degree

Banner Code: 3_AS_GACC

Control Number: 20386

Financial Aid Eligible


The Accounting program consists of three options that will prepare an individual for preparation in the accounting field as bookkeepers, junior accountants, or tax practitioners.

Program Level Student Learning Outcomes

Upon completion of this program, students will be able to:

  1. Accumulate, record, and interpret financial data.
  2. Analyze and recommend effective business decisions/solutions using a systematic, evaluative, and information-based approach.
  3. Demonstrate proficiency in the use of computerized accounting software.
  4. Demonstrate understanding of accounting and business terminology.
  5. Prepare accurate reports for decision making and regulatory compliance.

Review Graduation Requirements and General Education

Course Title Units
Required Core
Complete the following:
ACCT C100Introduction to Accounting3
ACCT C101Financial Accounting4
ACCT C102Managerial Accounting4
ACCT C106Excel for Accounting2
ACCT C107Accounting with QuickBooks2
ACCT C112Intermediate Accounting 13
Concentration in General Accounting
Select six units from the following:6
Federal and California Individual Income Tax Preparation
Work Based Learning
Work Based Learning
Introduction to Business
Personal Finance
Business English
Units Required for Major Preparation24
Local General Education, CSU General education, or IGETC patternvaries
Electives to Satisfy Unit Requirementvaries
Total Units60