Accounting
Accounting
Discover a challenging and rewarding career in Accounting!
Step into finance and unlock limitless opportunities with Jackson State Community College's Accounting Pathway. From crunching numbers to analyzing financial data, our program prepares you for a rewarding career in accounting.
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Students completing an associate degree in accounting have a variety of career opportunities in the field. The Associate of Science in Accounting is designed for students wanting to complete the first two years of the bachelor’s degree in a community college setting. Our students work closely with accounting and other business faculty.
Accounting Sample Schedule
Fall Semester
| Rubric | Course | Hrs |
|---|---|---|
| ENGL 1010 | English Composition I | 3 |
| COL 1030 | College to Career Navigation | 3 |
| Humanities Course | 3 | |
| Natural Science Course | 4 | |
| INFS 1010 | Computer Applications | 3 |
| Total Credits | 16 | |
Spring Semester
| Rubric | Course | Hrs |
|---|---|---|
| ENGL 1020 | English Composition II | 3 |
| MATH 1530 | Statistics | 3 |
| Humanities Course | 3 | |
| Natural Science Course | 4 | |
| Guided Elective | 1 | |
| Total Credits | 16 | |
Fall Semester
| Rubric | Course | Hrs |
|---|---|---|
| HIST XXXX | History Course | 3 |
| COMM 2025 | Fundamentals of Communication | 3 |
| MATH 1710/1630 | Precalculus Algebra/Finite Mathematics | 3 |
| ACCT 1010 | Principles of Accounting I | 3 |
| ECON 2100 | Principles of Macroeconomics | 3 |
| Total Credits | 15 | |
Spring Semester
| Rubric | Course | Hrs |
|---|---|---|
| HIST XXXX | History Course | 3 |
| ENGL XXXX | Literature Course | 3 |
| MATH 1830 | Applied Calculus | 3 |
| ACCT 1020 | Principles of Accounting II | 3 |
| ECON 2200 | Principles of Microeconomics | 3 |
| Total Credits | 15 | |
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Tennessee Transfer Pathway
Course credits at Jackson State transfer to any Tennessee Public institution (and some private institutions), allowing you to transfer to your chosen Bachelor's degree program.
ACBSP Accredited
The Accounting program is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Business Schools and Programs (ACBSP), offering transfer-ready coursework and hands-on learning experiences.
33
Four-Year Institutions
Our Credits Transfer to in Tennessee
7,800+
Number of Transfer Students
Over a 5-year period
31
Individual Pathways
Seven Academic Focus Areas
Career Outlook
Career and Salary Information
The following is a list of career choices that may be obtained upon completing a bachelor's degree or higher in this discipline. Please visit the following website: http://www.onetonline.org or speak to an advisor for additional career opportunities, salary information, and education requirements. Salaries are not guaranteed.
|
Career |
Beginning Salary with Bachelor's Degree in TN |
Experienced Salary Median |
|
Accountant |
$43,130 |
$64,120 |
|
Financial Advisor |
$30,990 |
$68,360 |
Further education, such as a bachelor's or master's degree in Accounting, can unlock specialized career opportunities and advancement. Transfer opportunities to four-year colleges or universities provide a pathway for continued education and expanded career prospects in the dynamic field of Accounting.
Business & Accounting Accreditation Information
The Associate of Applied Science in Business, the Associate of Science in Accounting, and the Associate of Science in Business Administration are accredited by the Accreditation Council for Business Schools & Programs (11520 West 119th Street, Overland Park, KS 66213 phone 913-339-9356 info@acbsp.org ).
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