The Accounting Assistant program is designed to prepare students for entry-level employment in accounts receivable, accounts payable, payroll, and general accounting. A Certificate of Applied Science is awarded upon successful completion of the required Accounting Assistant courses. All credits earned in completion of the Certificate may be applied toward the Accounting Technology Associate of Applied Science Degree. See our website at www.msubillings.edu/careers for graduate data.
Program Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion of this program, students will be able to:
- Perform basic accounting functions relative to appropriate program of accounting e.g. recording daily transactions, planning and recording adjusting and closing entries, and preparing basic financial statements using common practices and GAAP (Generally Accepted Accounting Principles).
- Identify and apply appropriate accounting procedures and methods pertaining to service, professional, or merchandising enterprises.
- Recognize and use appropriate accounting terminology.
- Recognize and synthesize business or workplace practices, procedures and laws.
Required Courses
Students should check course descriptions for required prerequisites. Math and communication requirements are usually determined by performance on placement tests or transfer credits.
