Accounting, A.S.

Overview

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Introduction to Accounting

The Accounting curriculum is continually modified and updated to keep pace with ever-changing rules, laws, and technology. The program focuses on providing the student with the accounting skills needed for the job, as well as on the analytical skills needed to evaluate situations and look at the “big picture.” The degree provides a foundation in economics, law, management, finance, and computer technology.

Department of Business Studies Mission Statement

To provide career education with hands on learning to bridge the gap between a student’s academic career and business and industry.

Program Goal

The student will be able to transfer to a four-year college or university with a solid accounting and overall business studies foundation to continue their accounting education in a seamless manner, or become employed in an entry-level accounting position.

Program Outcomes

Students who graduate from this program will be able to:

• Have a practical working knowledge of financial and managerial accounting
• Know how to operate at least one accounting software program
• Know how to prepare a complex individual tax return
• Be able to prepare accurate and well-organized financial statements
• Be able to make the adjustments needed to create financial statements in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles
• Demonstrate proficiency in analytical thinking, oral and written communication, and applied mathematical skills
• Articulate the necessity for continued education through a bachelor degree and national licensing such as the CPA or CMA

Admissions Requirements

Although the Accounting program does not have any specific admissions requirements, an individual with criminal charges may not be able to become a Certified Public Accountant (CPA). Please check with the NH Board of Accountancy before pursing a degree in accounting if you have been convicted of a criminal charge and want to become a CPA.

Transfer Credit Policy

Students may transfer credits earned at other accredited institutions with a grade of “C” or better in courses with equivalent content. Appropriate transfer credits may be accepted within a ten-year period.

Accreditation

Associate Degrees in Accounting, Business Communications, Business Studies, Management, and Marketing are accredited by the Accreditation Council for Business Schools and Programs (ACBSP). ACBSP is recognized by the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA). Our national accreditation allows our graduates to transfer to four-year colleges and universities in all regions of the country.

Employment Opportunities

MCC has a working partnership with Robert Half International, KBW and Staff Hunters (placement agencies for accounting / finance professionals), where they can assist accounting students to find temporary and permanent placement in accounting-related jobs. Graduates of the program are ready for entry-level positions in public accounting, private industry, government, non-profit organizations, and international arenas. Accounting careers include jobs in such areas as cost accounting, taxes, auditing, managerial accounting, consulting, personal advising, general ledger, and forensic accounting.

Transfer Opportunities

Accounting Associate degree transfers in its entirety to many four-year colleges and universities. Southern New Hampshire University accepts 90 credits from MCC and awards scholarships to MCC accounting graduates based on academic performance. Locally, Plymouth State University, UNH-Manchester, and Franklin Pierce University accept accounting graduates. Credits also transfer nationally to ACBSP accredited colleges.