Accounting

Graduates of this program learn to manage accounts receivable and accounts payable. They learn to prepare tax returns and financial statements and use computer applications proficiently. They know financial and managerial accounting concepts as related to the business environment. Graduates value the ability to effectively communicate in a variety of situations, in the workplace, and in their communities.

• Accounting Clerk
• Bookkeeper

Applicants for careers in this field may be subject to pre-employment screenings such as, but not limited to, criminal background checks, and drug/or alcohol testing. Employment decisions, including whether to require background checks and other tests, are made at the discretion of the employer. Rasmussen does not pre-screen for enrollment in this program. Any prospective student must consider their history, lifestyle and future actions before enrolling in this program, and carefully consider whether their actions may prevent them from attaining employment in the field they choose to pursue. Additional requirements, such as industry-specific training may be required to obtain employment in this field.

Careers Disclosure: This program does not meet the educational requirements for licensure as a Certified Public Accountant (CPA) in any state.

This program is not designed to prepare graduates for any state-issued professional license or certification. This Accounting program does not meet all educational prerequisites for licensure as a Certified Public Accountant (CPA) in any state. For further information on professional licensing requirements, please contact the appropriate board or agency in your state of residence.

Developmental Education courses do not count toward total program credits and are not calculated in GPA. Students must demonstrate mastery of the subject matter in Developmental Education courses through a Rasmussen University entrance placement exam, approved exemption based on previously completed coursework, or by passing Developmental Education courses.