Accounting

Majors in Accounting

• Accounting A.A.S. (G, R): 301
• Accounting Certificate (G,R): 167

Accounting A.A.S. (G, R): 301

Revised: Effective Semester — Summer 2007

This curriculum is designed to prepare career students in accounting for employment. It is suitable for the needs of business enterprises, nonprofit private organizations, and all levels of government. Graduates may find employment in such departments as accounting, finance, treasury, auditing, tax, cost, and systems. Completion of all requirements for this curriculum will lead to the A.A.S. in accounting.

This curriculum is not intended for transfer to a four-year college or university. Students interested in a baccalaureate degree in accounting should enroll in the business transfer program.

For students who have a baccalaureate degree, the accounting courses included in the curriculum fulfill some of the course requirements to sit for the Certified Public Accountant (CPA) examination. All additional course requirements are offered by the College. Students should contact an academic adviser for more information. Requirements to sit for the CPA examination vary by state. Consult your State Board of Public Accountancy for current requirements.

A suggested course sequence for full-time students follows; part-time students should consult an adviser.

Program Outcomes for the Accounting A.A.S. Degree

Upon completion of this program a student will be able to:

• Identify, measure, record, and communicate financial information relating to an organization.
• Interpret, analyze, and evaluate financial information relating to an organization.

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Accounting Certificate (G, R): 167

Revised: Effective Semester — Summer 2007

The accounting certificate curriculum is designed to serve those students who desire to upgrade their professional competence but do not want to complete the A.A.S. For those who want to complete the U.S. Civil Service 24-hour accounting program, consult the Office of Personnel Management for a current listing of approved courses.

Program Outcomes for the Accounting Certificate

Upon completion of this program a student will be able to:

• Identify, measure, record, and communicate financial information relating to an organization.
• Interpret, analyze, and evaluate financial information relating to an organization.
• Meet the qualifications for federal government accounting programs and upgrade professional competence.

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Gainful Employment Disclosure

Institution OPEID:  006911
Program CIP: 52.0302

Program Length: 2 semesters (this does not include time for developmental or AELP courses)

Related Occupations:  Tax Preparers | Bookkeeping, Accounting, and Auditing Clerks | Payroll and Timekeeping Clerks 

Cost: 

• Cost for entire program completed in 2 semesters:  $3,560
• Total estimated costs for books and supplies for the entire program: $1,200
• More cost information

Montgomery College does not offer on-campus housing

Debt at Program Completion:

Between July 1, 2011 and June 30, 2012:

• 27 students completed this program; 2 of them had student loan debt upon completing the program
• Median cumulative debt for all students (both borrowers and non-borrowers): 
  $7,500 Federal student loan debt
  $0 Private loan debt

Program Completion in Normal Time:  0 of 27 students completed the program within 2 semesters

Job Placement: This program is not required to collect job placement information by the college's accrediting agency.  This information will be updated as it becomes available.

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Refer to course description pages to identify courses with prerequisites.
Courses in italics meet General Education requirements.