Accounting Technology Management Certificate
Certificate
BusinessContact Information
(850) 201-8352
techedu@tcc.fl.edu
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About this Program
The Accounting Technology Management Certificate allows students to begin training in the high-demand field of accounting with a focus on management.
Total Credit Hours:
27
Estimated Time to Complete Program:
2 terms*
*based on 15 credit hours per term
Estimated Tuition Cost:
$2,722.41*
Eligible for Financial Aid:
Yes
Eligible for Veteran's Aid:
Yes
*based on current in-state tuition rate of $100.83 per credit hour
Program Overview & Requirements
Program Purpose:
To prepare students for entry into an accounting occupation or allow professionals to update/obtain new skills. This program also includes needed management courses.
Coursework in this program articulates into the Business Management, A.S. (2109) degree program.
Program Length:
27 credit hours
Academic Division:
Business, Industry and Technology
Contact:
(850) 201-8352 or techedu@tcc.fl.edu
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Program Courses (27 credit hours)
- ACG2021 Financial Accounting 3 credit hour(s)
- ACG2071 Managerial Accounting 3 credit hour(s)
- ACG2450 Computer Accounting 3 credit hour(s)
- TAX2000 Income Tax Accounting 3 credit hour(s)
- CGS2100 Microcomputer Applications for Business 3 credit hour(s)
- MNA2130 Business Communication 3 credit hour(s)
- MAN2021 Introduction to Management 3 credit hour(s)
- MNA1161 Introduction to Customer Service 3 credit hour(s)
- SPC2608 Public Speaking 3 credit hour(s)
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