Accounting Degree

The accounting program at GateWay Community College – Phoenix 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 Arizona colleges that offer accounting degrees.

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GateWay Community College – Phoenix

108 N. 40th Street, Phoenix, AZ

Gateway Community College, located in Phoenix, Arizona, was founded in 1968 and began operations in a shoe department of a department store. Lectures were given in movie theaters, mannequins replaced by desks; until over time the school expanded and moved, growing into a highly respected institution that was first among Arizona's schools to, among other things, install a computer. Since its inception, Gateway Community College has sought to be on the cutting edge of education and technology. The school currently enrolls over 16,000 students.

Academics

Gateway Community College offers over 125 programs of study. As a public 2 year institution, the school provides vocational and career training alongside transfer programs and opportunities to four year institutions. The school maintains a high academic standard for all its students and assists these same students in achieving their personal, career, and educational goals.

Programs offered include:

• Archaeology
• Psychology
• Accounting
• Industrial Design Technology
• Diagnostic Medical Sonography
• Registered Nursing

Admissions and Financial Aid

Students wishing to enroll at GCC must register for a MEID through the states my.maricopa.edu website. Once an account is opened, an email address will be given, and all business with the school including admissions and financial aid will operate through this service. Once the application process is completed, students will need to take a placement test and meet with an academic advisor to review programs and course enrollment.  A variety of financial aid options are available to students. TO determine eligibility and the right financial aid awards, speak to a financial aid counselor and apply.

Students Enrolled in the Accounting Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. GateWay Community College – Phoenix has offered the following programs for students:

• Less Than One Year Certificate
• Associate's Degree

Students by Academic Level (2019)

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Source: IPEDS Survey 2012-2020: Data obtained from the US Dept. of Education's Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS). Data may vary depending on school and academic year.

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

• Phoenix-Mesa-Scottsdale, AZ
  • Total Employment: 15
  • Average Hourly Rate: $33.16
  • Average Annual Salary: $68970

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

Salary & Wages

• Phoenix-Mesa-Scottsdale, AZ
  • Total Employment: 770
  • Average Hourly Rate: $33.38
  • Average Annual Salary: $69440

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

Salary & Wages

• Phoenix-Mesa-Scottsdale, AZ
  • Total Employment: 890
  • Average Hourly Rate: $36.69
  • Average Annual Salary: $76310

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