2011-2012
Computerized Accounting Assistant
Technical Diploma — Downtown Milwaukee, Oak Creek
and West Allis Campuses
Program Code: 30-101-2
This curriculum goes into effect as of summer 2011.
This page was last updated May 2011.
Overview — Computerized Accounting Assistant is a one-year technical diploma program that focuses on preparing you for entry-level jobs in the field of accounting. It also gives you the option to continue to the 69-credit Accounting associate degree program. All of the credits in the diploma program may be transferred to the associate degree program, either as required courses or as electives.
Career Outlook — All organizations, including government, nonprofit service firms, and commercial and industrial companies, need individuals with these skills. Job requests far outnumber graduates. Typical job duties involve working with and making computerized entries to general ledgers, accounts receivable and payable, payroll, and basic accounting reports.
Program Learning Outcomes — Prospective employers will look to you as a graduate of the Computerized Accounting Assistant program to possess the following job-entry capabilities:
- Knowledge of basic bookkeeping and accounting procedures
- Working knowledge of microcomputers and current accounting software including MS Excel and Quickbooks
- Keyboarding skills
- Ability to work with a high degree of accuracy
Preparation for Admission — The following are required for admission to the program:
- A high school diploma or GED
- Demonstration of proficiency in basic skills through a course placement test
Your chances for success in the Computerized Accounting Assistant program will be enhanced if you enjoy working with details, have good organizational skills, and are able to follow procedures.
Possible Careers:
Accounting Assistant
Accounts Payable and Receivable
Bookkeeping
Assistant Payroll
Related Programs:
Accounting
Banking and Financial Services
Administrative Professional
For more information, call:
Downtown Milwaukee Campus — 414-297-MATC
Oak Creek Campus — 414-571-4500
West Allis Campus — 414-456-5310
Curriculum effective 2011-12.
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SIXTEEN-WEEK TERMS |
Credits |
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Hours |
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ACCTG-111 |
Accounting 1 |
4 |
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4r |
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MATH-107 |
College Mathmatics ‡ |
3 |
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3r |
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ENG-151 |
Communication Skills 1 ‡ |
3 |
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3r |
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OFTECH-103 |
Keyboard and Keypad (8 weeks) |
1 |
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1r 3s |
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ACCTG-122 |
Accounting Software Applications |
3 |
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3r |
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ACCTG-123 |
Income Taxes 1 |
3 |
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3r |
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ACCTG-130 |
Computerized Accounting ‡ |
4 |
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2r 4s |
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ACCTG-142 |
Payroll Accounting |
3 |
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1r 2s |
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OFTECH-128 |
MS Word - Part 1 (8 weeks) |
1 |
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2r |
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RBUS-180 |
Business Career Planning |
1 |
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1r |
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TOTAL CREDITS: 26 |
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Hours per Week: r = related, s = shop, c = clinical, o = other
Program curriculum requirements are subject to change.
For course descriptions, class times, locations or to register online, visit INFOnline.
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