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Program Codes:
ACC.AAS
Associate in Applied Science
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Accounting is one of the most rapidly expanding fields in today’s economy. Since it is service oriented, it involves working with people almost as much as with financial records. Accountants not only collect and report financial data, but they also serve as the link between the data and the people who use it.
Below are required courses and recommended course groupings and sequences for program completion. Courses may have prerequisite and corequisite requirements. Check course descriptions for details.
Covers the accounting cycle from the recording and analyzing procedures through the summarizing procedures and preparation of general purpose, financial statements; the introduction of accounting for corporations with emphasis on the capital structure of the corporation.
Proficiency in Elementary Algebra.
The planning, supervision, control and performance of activities involved in the production of goods and services. The problems of human relations and labor-management and the functions of human resources, marketing, purchasing, production and finance are explored from the standpoint of effectively carrying on business that relates positively to the society of which it is a part.
This course defines computers and computer applications and their use in business, industry and government. Students completing this course will be computer fluent. Students will understand the capabilities and limitations of computers and know how to use them. In addition, students will understand computers and their ethical, legal and societal implications. Topics include the history of computers, hardware devices, software programs, terminology, privacy of information, ethical behavior and the influence of computers on people and society. Hands-on experience includes: using a Windows operating system, a word processor, designing and implementing spreadsheets and producing presentations. This course is recommended for anyone who will be involved with computers and the use of computer application software.
Through a variety of writing projects requiring competence in clear, correct, and effective English, students use inferential and critical skills in the process of composing documented essays. Extensive reading materials serve as structural models and as the bases for discussion and for the writing of essays involving response, analysis, and synthesis.
RDG-011 may be taken as a co-requisite if not previously completed with a grade of "C" or better.
A study of the mathematics and terminology related to buying and selling, time value of money using simple and compound interest, basic statistics with charts and graphs and fundamentals of investing.
Passing score on the College placement test or successful completion of MAT-013
BUS-115 Mathematics of Finance will satisfy the math requirement. Students considering transfer to a baccalaureate program should consult an academic advisor as to the other math choices.
Covers the statement of cash flows; financial statement analysis, the nature of Managerial Accounting, job order cost systems, process cost systems, cost allocation and activity-based costing; analyses for managerial decision making; budgeting, standard cost systems, accounting for decentralized operations and transfer pricing.
ACC-101 with a grade of 'C' or higher.
Brief surveys of the American legal system, procedural law, crimes and torts, administrative agencies, consumer, environmental and planning law. Detailed study of the substantive law of contracts, personal property and bailments and sales law. (In applicable areas, the Uniform Commercial Code is covered as well as the common law principles.)
A grade of “C” or better in ENG-121
Introduction to the theory and practice of public address; the study of representative public addresses and the preparation and delivery of short speeches.
Choose one course designated in the course descriptions as General Education Social Science (GE SS).
Instruction in the principles of cost accounting and the keeping of cost records. Job order, process, standard cost systems and a survey of other costing techniques and applications.
A review of the accounting cycle for a manufacturing and for a merchandise operation. Emphasizes the capital structure of the corporation and the theory and concepts underlying accounts such as cash, receivables, inventories and investments.
Detailed study of the substantive law of commercial paper, agency and employment, security devices, bankruptcy, partnerships and corporations and real property. Decedents' estates, wills and trusts as well as insurance law are surveyed. (In applicable areas, the Uniform Commercial Code is covered as well as the common law principles.)
Introduces the foundations of economic analysis and explores the problems of macroeconomics, including national income, equilibrium analysis and fiscal and monetary policy. The public sector of the national economy is also stressed.
A passing score on the algebra portion of the College placement test or MAT-013
Federal income tax laws, rules, and regulations with particular emphasis on their application to individuals. Instruction and practice in the preparation of tax returns of individuals and research and reporting tax problems.
A cooperative work experience program whereby students are employed in an accounting position to gain the practical experience necessary for success in accounting. Supervision of this departmentally approved position is provided by the College through on-the-job visits and individual progress review sessions. Students are required to establish learning objectives related to their position in order to effect the attainment of specific job competencies. Students attend a bi-weekly two-hour seminar on campus and work a minimum of 180 hours a semester. Individuals must be recommended by the faculty of the department.
ACC-102 plus written permission of both the department chair and Career and Transfer Services located on the 2nd Floor of West Hall.
Students must select a 4-credit General Education course with the GE MST designation from the following sciences: BIO, CHM, PHY, SCI.
A continuation of ACC 211. Concludes the theoretical study of the major accounts on the financial statements. Emphasizes the analytical process relevant to comparative analysis, application of funds, income tax allocation and price-level impact on financial statements.
Microeconomics: includes such topics as the price system, allocation of resources, distribution of income and the prospects for economic change. International trade is also studied.
ECO-201 or written permission of the department chairperson
Contact Name: Aslihan Cakmak, Chairperson
Contact Phone: 732.906.2526
Contact Email: BusinessAndCompSci@middlesexcc.edu
Department Web: https://www.middlesexcc.edu/business-and-computer-science
They acquire an extensive background in accounting and a strong fundamental knowledge of the major functions of business and industry. They study business law, business organization and management, mathematics and economics.
Algebra I is a prerequisite for all majors. Algebra I competency may be verified with a passing score on the College’s placement test or by completing the appropriate class.
Once students complete developmental coursework (if needed), the degree can be completed in two years of full-time study. They can shorten the amount of time by taking courses in the summer and winter sessions.
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