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Program facts 
Get ready to begin a career in accounting with this certificate program. Take classes in financial and managerial accounting, Quickbooks, payroll accounting, business writing, business organization, business software packages and word processing/database/spreadsheet software. Courses are taught by knowledgeable faculty who are accounting experts. You can complete this program on campus or online, giving you additional flexibility. Continue your learning outside the classroom by participating in Harper College’s active Accounting Club.
After completing this program, you’ll be prepared for entry-level employment opportunities in the accounting field. You may also choose to continue your education with the Accounting Associate AAS degree by completing additional coursework. All Harper CPA Preparation Certificate courses meet the Illinois Board of Examiners CPA exam requirements.
This 28 credit-hour certificate program is designed for persons interested in pursuing careers as junior accountants in business, government and industry. There is an acute shortage of persons with the training needed to be successful in accounting.
| Number | Course Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| Required | ||
| ACC 101 | Introduction to Financial Accounting | 4 |
| ACC 102 | Introduction to Managerial Accounting | 3 |
| ACC 112 | Quickbooks | 2 |
| ACC 155 | Payroll Accounting | 2 |
| CAS 115 | Spreadsheet Software | 1 |
| CAS 215 | Advanced Spreadsheet Software | 1 |
| ENG 101 | Composition I | 3 |
| ENG 130 | Business Writing | |
| MGT 111 | Introduction to Business Organization | 3 |
| Electives | ||
| Select any three courses from the following: | 9 | |
| ACC 201 | Intermediate Accounting I | |
| ACC 202 | Intermediate Accounting II | |
| ACC 203 | Cost Accounting | |
| ACC 250 | Individual Tax Accounting | |
| ACC 251 | Business Tax Accounting | |
| ACC 254 | Auditing | |
| ACC 255 | Accounting Data Analytics | |
| ACC 265 | Fraud Examination | |
| Total Hours | 28 | |
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For more information about the accounting program at Harper College, contact Admission Outreach at 847.925.6700, or submit a request information form. You can also apply online.