Accounting Associate in Applied Science

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The comprehensive Lake Michigan College Accounting program combines conceptional knowledge with practical application so you can build the skills employers are looking for. You will learn industry-standard software, financial reporting techniques, and critical business concepts in an environment that offers personalized academic support from experienced faculty who care about your success.

Coursework is delivered through in-person and fully online formats, giving you flexible options to balance school, work, and life.

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Upon completion of the 61-credit Accounting program, you may apply for an Associate in Applied Science degree.

General Education Requirements	Credit Hours
English 101, English Composition	3
Communication 215, Professional Communications	3
Humanities/Fine Arts	3
Mathematics 122, Intermediate Algebra, or Mathematics 123, Quantitative Reasoning	4
Natural Sciences	3
Social Sciences	3

Major Requirements	Credit Hours
Business 130, Professionalism in the Workplace	1
Business 201, Principles of Accounting I	4
Business 202, Principles of Accounting II	4
Business 203, Principles of Economics (Macro)	3
Business 204, Principles of Economics (Micro)	3
Business 205, Business Law I	3
Business 212, Accounting Applications on Computers	3
Business 213, Cost Accounting I	3
Business 218, Intermediate Accounting I	3
Business 219, Intermediate Accounting II	3
Business 224, Income Tax Accounting	3
Computer Information Systems 108, Office Information Systems	3

Program Electives (select 6 credit hours)	Credit Hours
Business 103, Introduction to Business	3
Business 206, Business Law II	3
Business 211, Principles of Management	3
Business 214, Cost Accounting II	3
Business 222, Data Reporting & Analysis	3
Business 223, Payroll Accounting	3
Business 265, Accounting Co-Op I	3
Computer Information Systems 100, Foundations of Information Technology	3

You should notify your advisor of your intention to take BUSA 265 and BUSA 266 before beginning your second-year classes.

If you are planning to transfer to a four-year college or university, you should become familiar with your chosen school’s requirements. See your Academic Advisor for assistance in developing your Student Education Plan (SEP).