Accounting, AS

Associate of Science in Accounting

Normal Time to Complete: Two Years

This program is offered on Main Campus, online, evenings, and weekends.

Students in the Associate of Science in Accounting degree program are introduced to concepts and principles that are the foundation of accounting. Through coursework, students will analyze, record, and interpret accounting information to support financial planning and decision-making. In addition to understanding the practical aspects of bookkeeping, students also will explore in-depth accounting theories and use those theories to evaluate real businesses. This degree program is programmatically accredited by the Accreditation Council for Business Schools and Programs.

The Associate of Science in Accounting degree is not specifically designed to fulfill Certified Public Accountant (CPA) licensure requirements in an individual state, however, the program may be used to partially fulfill licensure requirements. The program is also not designed to fulfill Certified Management Accountant (CMA) certification requirements, although the program may be used to partially fulfill these requirements (the other requirements may be found on the Institute of Management Accountants website: https://www.imanet.org/).  Post University assists in researching and providing information regarding licensure; however, each state has different requirements for such licensure outside of the required education. Such state requirements may include licensure exams, background checks, certain work experience, and more. It is ultimately the responsibility of each student to manage their own licensure process and to ensure that all requirements are met in order for the student to obtain licensure. Post University does not speak on behalf of any licensing board or body and does not guarantee licensure. Requirements for licensure are subject to change without notice.

The table at the following link shows whether Post University, with completion of the appropriate curriculum, does or does not fulfill the educational requirements for a specific license:

Certified Public Accountant Disclosure by State Link: https://post.edu/docs/cpa-disclosure-by-state/

Associate of Science in Accounting Program Outcomes

1. Accounting - Students will demonstrate the skills to perform basic functions of entry-level bookkeeping and accounting to include the analysis, recording, and interpretation of accounting information to support internal and external decision making.
2. General Business - Students will apply the basic concepts of management, marketing, accounting, finance, and economics in a business environment.