MISSION: The mission of the accounting program is to prepare students for employment in a financial business environment.
Program B070110 consists of a planned sequence of courses.
Information Technology Assistant - Course OTA0040 (150 hours) - This course is designed to provide a basic overview of current business and information systems and trends and to introduce students to the basics and foundations required for today's business environments. Emphasis is placed on developing proficiency with touch keyboarding and fundamental computer applications so they may be used as communication tools for enhancing personal and work-place proficiency in an information-based society. This also includes proficiency with computers using word processing, database, spreadsheet, and presentation software that meet industry job seeking techniques, career planning, and success strategies will also be developed.
Accounting Clerk
- Course ACO0040 (300 Hours) – Builds on the skills introduced in Course OTA0040. It offers human relations/interpersonal skills appropriate for the workplace. The application of the full accounting cycle will be introduced using the manual accounting method. COURSE OTA0040 must be completed previously or concurrently.
Accounting Associate
- Course ACO0041 (300 Hours) – Builds on the skills introduced in Course ACO0040. The application of the full accounting cycle will be continued using the computerized accounting method. Advanced concepts in Microsoft Excel, Word, Access, and PowerPoint will be covered. Prerequisites: courses OTA0040 and ACO0040.
Accounting Assistant - Course ACO0042 (150 Hours) – Reinforces the intended outcomes and skills developed in Course ACO0041. Training in Peachtree, QuickBooks, and related software will be used to enhance workplace productivity and performance. Prerequisites: courses OTA0040, ACO0040 and ACO0041.
Distance Education:
Available - refer to Distance Learning section
Articulation Agreement(s): Statewide Office Administration, A.A.S./A.S. Degree
St. Petersburg College Business Management and Administrative Program
Industry Certifications:
Microsoft Certified Application Specialist (MCAS)
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