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Program Description
This program is designed for students wanting to complete a two-year AAS Degree in Accounting and enter the workforce. Students explore business and accounting concepts. Some careers may require a Bachelor's degree. Students interested in transferring to Colorado public universities may complete an AA in Business. Students will explore financial ratios, business written communications and skills for software programs, presentations, teamwork, and critical thinking. With an AAS degree in Accounting, the student can work in business, industry, government, and other organizations. They will be ready to work effectively under the supervision of controllers, chief accountants, accounting supervisors, certified public accountants, and other professional accountants.
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First Semester
Courses are displayed to show the fastest path to your award and should be completed in the order listed. If you are unable to complete all courses listed in a semester, complete as many courses in this sequence as your schedule allows. If you have questions or concerns about your MAP, please see your Pathways Advisor.
| ACC 121 | Accounting Principles I | 4 |
| BUS 115 | Introduction to Business | 3 |
| ECO 202 | Principles of Microeconomics | 3 |
| GEN EDU | CIS 135 or CIS 118 | 3 |
| ENGLISH | ENG 121, ENG 122, or ENG 131 | 3 |
| Total Credit Hours: | 16 |
Semester Note: If you have taken high school accounting courses, have other equivalent introductory course work, or have significant practical experience in these areas, you should consult with an accounting faculty advisor to consider alternatives. Please contact your advisor or an accounting faculty member to determine if any accounting course is offered in spring or fall as well as when courses may be offered online.
Second Semester
Courses are displayed to show the fastest path to your award and should be completed in the order listed. If you are unable to complete all courses listed in a semester, complete as many courses in this sequence as your schedule allows. If you have questions or concerns about your MAP, please see your Pathways Advisor.
| ACC 122 | Accounting Principles II | 4 |
| MATH | MAT 107 or higher | 3-4 |
| BUS 217 | Business Communication and Report Writing | 3 |
| ECO 201 | Principles of Macroeconomics | 3 |
| CIS 155 | PC Spreadsheet Concepts: Excel | 3 |
| Total Credit Hours: | 16-17 |
Third Semester
Courses are displayed to show the fastest path to your award and should be completed in the order listed. If you are unable to complete all courses listed in a semester, complete as many courses in this sequence as your schedule allows. If you have questions or concerns about your MAP, please see your Pathways Advisor.
| BUS 216 | Legal Environment of Business | 3 |
| BUS 226 | Business Statistics | 3 |
| ELECTIVE | ACC 131, ACC 138, or ACC 132 and ACC 133 | 3 |
| ELECTIVE | MAN 230 or PHI 205 | 3 |
| ELECTIVE | ACC 211, ACC 226, or ACC 231 | 3-4 |
| Total Credit Hours: | 15-16 |
Fourth Semester
Courses are displayed to show the fastest path to your award and should be completed in the order listed. If you are unable to complete all courses listed in a semester, complete as many courses in this sequence as your schedule allows. If you have questions or concerns about your MAP, please see your Pathways Advisor.
| ACC 135 | Spreadsheet Applications for Accounting | 3 |
| ACC 245 | Computerized Acct Prof Pkg | 3 |
| ELECTIVE | ACC 131, ACC 138, or ACC 132 and ACC 133 | 3 |
| ELECTIVE | ACC 211, ACC 212, ACC 226, or ACC 231 | 3-4 |
| CAPSTONE | ACC 280 or ACC 289 | 1 |
| Total Credit Hours: | 13-14 |
Semester Note: Semester Four elective credits may vary depending on prior semester completion. You must complete a minimum of 60 credits to meet completion requirements. You should not exceed 62 credits. You may want to check with your Advisor to monitor your completion progress.
Upon completion of ACC 122, CIS 155, ACC 138, BUS 217, ACC 122, ACC 245, ACC 135, and ACC 280 or ACC 289, you should apply for the Bookkeeping Certificate.
Upon completion of ACC 121, ACC 131, ACC 132, ACC 138, BUS 217, ACC 133, and ACC 231, you should apply for the Tax Preparation Certificate.