Accounting - Community and Technical College at West Virginia University Institute of Technology

Accounting from Community and Technical College at West Virginia University Institute of Technology is a Campus Bachelor Accountancy degree that prepares you for a Accounting career. The accounting program at Tech provides the student with strong accounting, business, & technical skills to be competitive in the modern technology-oriented job market. Students are prepared to seek career opportunities in many levels and in many different types of organizations. Possibilities include jobs in public accounting , private accounting, and federal, state, and local government. On completion of the General Accounting Program, graduates can also pursue graduate work as well as seek professional certifications such as Certified Management Accountant (CMA), Certified Internal Auditor (CIA), and Certified in Financial Management (CFM). Students can qualify to take the Certified Public Accountant's (CPA) exam by taking additional 21 undergraduate/graduate credit hours. The Fraud Management Track provides the knowledge and skills necessary to prevent, detect, and deter perpetration of fraud. This track prepares students for positions in fraud analysis, fraud investigation, fraud examination, and compliance in business, govt. and not-for-profit organizations. Additionally, the curriculum provides students with academic qualifications to take the examinations to become a Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE), and Certified Internal Auditor (CIA). The Information Technology Track blends accounting and information technology education to meet the emerging demand for "hybrid" professionals. It includes a blend of theory and practice and incorporates applied projects. Graduates are well prepared to fill a wide range of accounting and finance positions particularly those, which are in information technology intensive functions. Additionally, the curriculum provides students with academic qualifications to take the examinations to become Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA), and Certified Internal Auditor (CIA). With careful planning, a student may minor in finance, fraud examination, management information systems, economics or marketing, In addition to the general education learning outcomes, the accounting graduates will be able to: Understand and apply the generally accepted accounting principles. Know the accounting cycle and the characteristics of manual and computerized accounting systems. Understand how accounting information systems are designed, and implemented. Prepare, interpret and analyze financial statements for a proprietorship, partnership, and corporation. Use accounting software for financial reporting. Know and apply the tax fundamentals to the preparation of individual tax returns. Understand and apply the cost concepts to planning, budgeting, and managerial decision making. Understand the importance of critical thinking and written communication skills. Deal with problem solving in unstructured situations. Understand the code of professional ethics for accountants. View more details on Bridgemont Community and Technical College . Ask your questions and apply online for this program or find other related Accountancy courses.