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Associate of Applied Science, Applied Accounting: 2007-2008 Catalog
Programs of Study


Applied Accounting

Associate of Applied Science in Business

The Applied Accounting emphasis will provide students with an understanding of accounting. This area is designed for students who want to qualify for entry level bookkeeping positions.

Salary: $23,700–$35,400 / year (Nevada)

Career Outlook: Slower than average growth through 2014

Good To Know: Employed in virtually every industry

WNC Academic Division: For more information about this program of study, please contact the Business and Computer Technology Division.


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Total Requirements: 60 credits

 
Business Core Requirements 24 Credits
ACC 135B Bookkeeping I 3
ACC 136B Bookkeeping II 3
BUS 101
or MGT 103
Introduction to Business
Small Business Management
3
BUS 110B
or MGT 201
or MGT 212
or MGT 283
Human Relations For Employment
Principles of Management
Leadership & Human Relations
Introduction to Human Resources Management
3
BUS 273 Business Law I 3
COT 202
or IS 201
Introduction to Computer Applications
Computer Applications
3
ECON 102
or ECON 103
Principles of Microeconomics
Principles of Macroeconomics
3
IS 101 Introduction to Information Systems 3
 
Emphasis Requirements 15 Credits
ACC 220 Microcomputer Accounting Systems 3

Choose 12 credits from the following:
ACC 105
ACC 180B
ACC 198B
ACC 201
ACC 202
ACC 223B
ACC 251
ACC 261
ACC 290B
ACC 295B
ACC 299B
COT 262
Taxation For Individuals
Payroll & Employee Benefit Accounting
Special Topics in Accounting
Financial Accounting
Managerial Accounting
Introduction to QuickBooks
Introduction to Auditing
Governmental Accounting
Certified Bookkeeper Course
Work Experience I
Advanced Special Topics in Accounting
Intermediate Spreadsheets Concepts
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
6
3
3
3
* Students should consult a counselor or instructor for information regarding sequence of accounting courses.
 
General Education Requirements 21 Credits
English/Communications Requirement (Recommended: BUS 107, BUS 108; must include a writing course) 6
Mathematics Requirement (BUS 109B or higher level mathematics course) 3
Science Requirement 6
U.S. and Nevada Constitution Requirements 3
General Electives 3
A list of all courses filling general education requirements for the Associate of Applied Science can be found on the Associate of Applied Science Degree Requirements page.
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