Accounting Degree

The accounting program at Academy College prepares students for a career as a staff accountant, public accountant, tax accountant, financial analyst, business analyst, financial reporting manager, and controller. The program focuses on accounting and related business functions. Program courses include: accounting principles and theory, financial accounting, managerial accounting, cost accounting, budget control, tax accounting, legal aspects of accounting, auditing, reporting procedures, statement analysis, planning and consulting, business information systems, accounting research methods, and professional standards and ethics. Get more details below including other Michigan colleges that offer accounting degrees.

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Academy College

492 Capital Ave SW, Battle Creek, MI

Academy College is a four-year private institution dedicated to offering a solid education for students in Minneapolis and surrounding areas. Students can select from many areas of study, including:

• Business and Marketing Studies
• Transportation and Materials Moving
• Health and Clinical Professions
• Computer and Information Sciences
• Visual and Performing Arts

Last year over forty students graduated with 43% of those who start the program continue it to completion. More than twenty different programs are offered at Academy College, including degrees as high as a Bachelor's degree. Listed below are the more popular programs offered:

• Business Administration
• Air Transportation
• Medical Assistant
• Web Design
• Medical Insurance Coding

To help students and recent graduates, Academy College may provide services including:

• Online classes
• Classes offered on nights and weekends
• Career path counseling
• Work study style employment
• Assisting students to find work

Academy College has been accredited by the Accrediting Council for Independent Colleges and Schools since 1976. Get more information by visiting the school's official website, where you can learn about classes offered, financial aid & tuition, and disclosures.

Career Options for Graduates

Accountants

Description

Analyze financial information and prepare financial reports to determine or maintain record of assets, liabilities, profit and loss, tax liability, or other financial activities within an organization.

Career Outlook & Projections ()

According to the BLS, accountants employment is expected to grow at a rate of 10.7% from 2014 to 2024

Salary & Wages

• Battle Creek, MI
  • Total Employment: 510
  • Average Hourly Rate: $33.24
  • Average Annual Salary: $69150

Budget Analysts

Description

Examine budget estimates for completeness, accuracy, and conformance with procedures and regulations. Analyze budgeting and accounting reports.

Career Outlook & Projections ()

According to the BLS, budget analysts employment is expected to grow at a rate of 2.5% from 2014 to 2024

Credit Analysts

Description

Analyze credit data and financial statements of individuals or firms to determine the degree of risk involved in extending credit or lending money. Prepare reports with credit information for use in decision making.

Career Outlook & Projections ()

According to the BLS, credit analysts employment is expected to grow at a rate of 6.1% from 2014 to 2024

Source: Job descriptions, estimated salary and wages, and projected job growth are taken from the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS).