Kaplan University

The objective of the Associate of Applied Science in Accounting program is to help prepare you with knowledge of accounting theories and principles as they apply to the business world. The program's focus goes beyond analyzing and interpreting numbers; you study how to communicate vital information effectively and network with people from all walks of business. Earning an associate degree in accounting online at Kaplan University may prepare you for a variety of entry-level opportunities in the field of accounting‡.
‡ Certain accounting positions may require further certification and/or licensing by individual states.

If you are interested in advancing your business career or exploring new job opportunities in a variety of fields, including banking, financial services, purchasing, and information technology, consider the online Bachelor of Science in Accounting degree program. The program is designed to teach you quantitative skills to help you meet your career goals. Graduates may pursue entry-level positions in the accounting industry, including tax preparation firms and payroll departments‡. Courses cover accounting principles including new tax laws, financial statements, balance sheets, asset management, inventory analysis, accounting software, and cost-volume-profit analysis. Choose a degree emphasis area in auditing-forensic accountancy, managerial accountancy, public accountancy, or tax accountancy.
‡Certain accounting positions may require further certification and/or licensing by individual states.

Topics include how to detect, recognize, and prevent specific types of fraud committed against organizations and individuals. Combine your accounting and finance skills with law and investigative techniques to judge whether or not an activity is illegal. Graduates may work with law enforcement or lawyers, serving as an expert witness during trials‡.
‡ Certain accounting positions may require further certification and/or licensing by individual states.

Management accountants (also called cost, managerial, industrial, corporate, or private accountants) record and analyze financial information‡. This process includes strategic planning and budgeting, performance evaluation, and both cost and asset management. Management accountants are also responsible for financial report preparation, financial analyses, cost accounting, and more.
‡ Certain accounting positions may require further certification and/or licensing by individual states.

Review how to handle auditing, tax, and consulting for corporations, governments, nonprofit organizations, or individuals. Emphasis area topics include comparisons with financial accounting, basic cost accounting terminology and principles, cost classification, manufacturing of inventories, and more.

Study auditing, tax laws, and consulting for corporations, governments, nonprofit organizations, and individuals. Emphasis area topics include comparisons with financial accounting, basic cost accounting terminology and principles, cost classification, manufacturing of inventories, and more.