Accounting Technology (AAS)

 Business and Management  

Intended Program Outcomes:

This two-year program leading to an A.A.S. degree in accounting offers students the opportunity to develop an advanced understanding of accounting principles. Learning experiences in this program are designed to assist the student in realizing the following outcomes:

• Use of current computer technologies, especially spreadsheet and accounting software, to perform the duties within a business setting
• Balance and reconcile financial information to ensure accuracy of information
• Analyze financial data in order to understand it and to use the data to make decisions
• Use reconciliation processes when working with data to identify and correct errors
• Prepare professional financial statements and other reporting documents
• Preparation for licensure process within the state of Oregon to prepare tax returns
• Ability to effectively seek and respond to accounting-related opportunities for increased responsibilities and professional advancement
• Understand the various business functions as they contribute to the success of an organization