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Accounting-ACO

WILLIAMSPORT, Pennsylvania | Pennsylvania College of Technology Williamsport | ID: 169047

Overview

1 COLLEGE AVE WILLIAMSPORT, Pennsylvania 17701-5778
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Admissions Office:
570-327-4761
Online Training
Classroom Training
Accounting Bachelor of Science
Employment Skill Gain
Employment
Credential Skill Gain
Bachelor’s Degree
$86,420.00 - $86,420.00
Training(ETPL)

Description of Training Provider

Pennsylvania College of Technology, a national leader in applied technology education and a Penn State affiliate, located in Williamsport. https://www.pct.edu/

Program Description

The Bachelor of Science in Accounting (ACO) offers a unique approach to accounting education. This major is designed to prepare students for entry into the accounting profession. The curriculum provides a framework that integrates significant business and management background and extensive accounting and financial knowledge, which provides the foundation for continued education toward licensure as a Certified Public Accountant (CPA). Students are exposed to tax, auditing, not-for-profit, forensics, and management accounting. Information technology training, communication skills development, global comparisons, and ethical discussions enhance the students experiences.

Skills & Competencies

A graduate of this major should be able to:
- Apply the theory and concepts of generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP) to the financial and reporting functions of accounting.
- Assess the effects of global, economic, and cultural influences on business and accounting decision-making processes.
- Demonstrate an understanding of business and non-business federal income tax regulations, concepts, and laws.
- Evaluate and apply the appropriate ethical standards to all aspects of accounting and business processes.
- Apply financial planning and analytical skills in the operating, investing, and financing functions of a business.
- Analyze the financial planning needs of individuals and apply skills learned to address those needs in various areas, including investments, insurance, risk analysis, as well as estate and retirement planning.
- Apply technology to accounting and business processes through various computer tools and software.
- Demonstrate communication, teamwork, and critical-thinking skills needed in today's business environment.
- Explain the importance of integrating management skills into the accounting, finance, and business environment.
- Describe the role of the accountant as a member of the management team, working with non-accounting professionals in the decision-making process.

Additional Information

Service Costs

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Performance Measures

Of those individuals who completed this course/program,
100% earned a post-secondary credential.
100% were employed within six months after completing training.

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