Accounting

Accounting General Info

As an Accounting student, you will work extensively with all aspects of the accounting cycle to prepare yourself for entry-level employment in a variety of accounting and financial settings.

After the first two semesters of the program, you will be prepared for an entry-level position in bookkeeping and general accounting. If you graduate from the two-year degree program, you will have additional skills useful in a public, private, or government accounting career.

As the economy grows, the number of business establishments will increase, requiring more accountants and auditors to set up books, prepare taxes, and provide management advice.

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Award

  • Associate of Applied Science Degree

Length

  • Four Semesters
  • Clerical Accounting (option) – Two semesters; graduates receive a diploma
  • Fall semester entry for full-time students; part-time students may enter any term

Student Profile

  • Basic algebra skills
  • Reading comprehension and deductive reasoning
  • Excellent organizational skills
  • Enjoys puzzle solving
  • Keyboarding and 10-key skills a plus

Program Location

  • This program is fully online; however, some courses are available on campus.

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Student Story PAIGE VAN DEN TOP

“I am planning to become a Certified Public Accountant and knew I could start towards that goal by attending NCC. The College is close and affordable and has a flexible schedule. I’ve gotten great experience working with the VITA site, preparing taxes for those who need help.”

Accounting student
Rock Rapids, IA

PAIGE VAN DEN TOP

Requirements for this program

Course #TitleCredits
FIRST YEAR
Fall Semester16
ACC131-APrinciples of Accounting I4
ACC161-EPayroll Accounting3
CSC110-AIntroduction to Computers3
ENG105-AComposition I3
ElectiveMath*3
Spring Semester16
ACC132-APrinciples of Accounting II4
ACC311-AComputer Accounting3
ECN120-APrinciples of Macroeconomics3
OR
ECN130-APrinciples of Microeconomics3
PSY111-AIntroduction to Psychology3
OR
PSY102-EHuman and Work Relations3
SPC112-APublic Speaking3
Clerical Accounting Diploma Awarded
Total Credits32
Course #TitleCredits
SECOND YEAR
Fall Semester16
ACC191-AFinancial Analysis3
OR
FIN130-APrinciples of Finance3
ACC221-ACost Accounting3
ACC231-AIntermediate Accounting I4
BUS185-ABusiness Law I3
MGT101-APrinciples of Management3
Spring Semester15–16
ACC232-AIntermediate Accounting II4
ACC261-AIncome Tax Accounting3
BCA360-CAccounting Spreadsheets2
OR
BCA152-AComprehensive Spreadsheets3
BUS186-ABusiness Law II3
FIN121-APersonal Finance3
Total Credits63–64

*You must select a math course with an A suffix.
NOTE: Satisfactory assessment scores and/or prerequisites are required for some courses. 

More Information

For more information about our graduation rates, the median debt of students who completed the program, and other important information, please visit nwicc.edu/compliance.

Frequently Asked Questions

Accounting graduates find work in bookkeeping, at CPA firms, and at banks.

$27,000–$33,000 a year.

There will be about a 50/50 split between lecture and “lab”. Lab work is paper, pencil and computer work.

This program is very inventive. The instructor is willing to try new learning techniques and ideas and see how students will grow using them. The advisory board also ensures that students are learning the appropriate things in order to become successful in their field after graduation.

Financial Aid

The Financial Aid Office will work with you to reach the goal of attending college. Federal and state programs, scholarships and other funding sources, may be available to help you to afford college. We know there are a lot of questions and stress planning to pay for a college education. The Financial Aid Office staff administers aid programs and counsels students in planning individual methods of meeting college costs. Contact the Financial Aid Office for answers to any questions regarding financial aid. What are you waiting for? Let’s get started! Northwest Iowa Community College follows a nationally accepted philosophy in administering financial aid programs.

Your Instructors

Sheila Drenkow