Overview

You’ll study basic business strategies and economic concepts in this accounting degree program as you prepare for entry-level positions as a bookkeeper, accountant, or auditor. 

The Associate of Science in Accounting at American Public University System is also ideal for students who want to enter the business world as an entrepreneur or manager of a small business.

Program Objectives

In addition to the institutional and degree level learning objectives, graduates of this program are expected to achieve these learning outcomes:

• Describe the general role of accounting in business in relation to its use by managers, investors, businesses, and regulatory agencies.

• List Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and recall how GAAP is established.

• Utilize the steps in the accounting cycle to prepare financial statements from raw financial data.

• Complete accounting analyses and explain how this information is used to assist in making managerial decisions and controlling the financial aspects of business operations.

• Recognize the ethical framework for accountants adopted by professional accounting organizations, such as the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants (AICPA) and the Institute of Management Accountants (IMA).

• Discuss basic business and economic terms and concepts.

• Employ office productivity applications to create business and accounting related reports and presentations.