Bookkeeping

This program is designed for students preparing for, or advancing in careers in accounting and related business careers. The program  is designed to prepare students a variety of beyond entry level positions such as office manager, accounts payable and accounts receivable supervisor, and accounting supervisor

 Completion of this certificate will indicate to employers that these students have demonstrated proficiency in bookkeeping, payroll tax, and computer applications used in the accounting process such as QuickBooks (computer accounting software), Excel (spreadsheet software),

This program  is intended to prepare students for employment in public accounting and private industry.  TheCertificate of Achievement will introduce students to the detailed demands required for bookkeepers andbookkeeping supervisors.  The program is designed to prepare students for a variety of beyond entry level positions such as office manager, accounts payable and accounts receivable supervisor, and accounting supervisor.  Students will gain understanding of the accounting processes, problem solving, the importance of clear communication and high personal ethical standards.

  The graduate of the certificate program in Bookkeeping will:

 1.  Record common  bookkeeping and accrual transactions in an accounting information system.

2.  Explain and analyze business transactions involving assets, liabilities, equity, revenues and expenses.

3.  Prepare and read  a set of financial statement consisting of an income statement, statement of owner’s equity, and balance sheet.

4.  Be proficient in the use of computer application such as QuickBooks and Excel.

TheCertificate of Achievement in Bookkeeping requires completion of 18 semester units and does not require completion of general education units.