Accounting Degree

The accounting program at James Sprunt Community 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 North Carolina colleges that offer accounting degrees.

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James Sprunt Community College (JSCC)

286 ICC Loop Road, Spindale, NC

James Sprunt Community College serves as an educational resource for the residents of Duplin and nearby counties. The main campus occupies a 53-acre land consists of seven main buildings, offices, student centers and other facilities situated at133 James Sprunt Drive, Kenansville, NC 28349. The attractive landscape and setting makes this campus a hub for educational and cultural development for the students. JSCC offers a broad array of curriculum and non-curriculum courses that address the needs of the community it serves.

This college is accredited by the Commission on Colleges of the Southern Association of Colleges to grant Associate degree, Certificate and Diploma programs designed to provide a strong foundation for a professional career or higher education in four-year institutions. Students from transfer programs can continue with their four-year course in any NC Community College and University of North Carolina, as well as in other colleges and universities.

Continuing Education programs are divided into ten major areas such as occupational extension, allied health, basic skills, emergency medical services and community services, among others. Classes for these programs are held in different locations across the county.

For self-motivated students who wish to take courses with a flexible schedule, JSCC provides distance learning opportunities. They have the option to take online, hybrid, interactive video and web-supplemented courses.

JSCC is a partner of the community in building a better future as it supports the students in attaining their personal, academic and career goals.  This is brought to life through providing quality educational programs anchored on a competency-based curricular approach for all students.

Students Enrolled in the Accounting Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. James Sprunt Community College has offered the following degree levels for students:

• Less Than One Year Certificate
• Less Than Two-Year Award
• Associate's Degree

Students by Academic Level (2019)

Students by Gender (2019)

Students by Race (2019)

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

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).