Faculty of Business & Entrepreneurship

Accounting

Accounting is the field of study that involves the summarizing, analyzing and reporting of economic activities of an entity over ... Show more

Instructor

GalenUniversity

Description

The Accounting Degree and the Accounting Certificate are designed to develop students’ knowledge and skills in recording and summarizing financial transactions and analyzing, verifying, and reporting financial information about economic entities.

Why Study Accounting?

An Accounting degree or certificate prepares the graduate to excel in several fields of accounting.

Given the dynamic nature of the business environment, every organization requires the skills of an accountant. Regardless of the size of the economic entity, the need to maintain financial records is crucial for efficient, profitable operation and good corporate governance. Therefore, persons in both private and public sectors seek professional training in accounting to develop essential competencies to create and audit financial records. In addition, the multidisciplinary branches of accounting enable students to develop critical thinking, problem-solving, technological and interpersonal skills necessary to compete in business.

Accounting at Galen

At Galen University, we prepare students with the knowledge, skills, and values necessary to succeed in the real world. Our accounting program is designed to maximize students’ learning potential through a robust, high-quality curriculum that enables students to pursue successful careers of their interest and passion.

To further enhance students’ marketability, Galen’s Accounting Program is accredited by the Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA). Students who complete the Galen Accounting degree will be eligible for exemptions from multiple ACCA exams. Additionally, the program provides students who aspire to become Certified Public Accountants (CPA) with basic preparation for the Uniform CPA examination. Since both international designations require experience, Galen’s accounting internship provides students with invaluable hands-on experience and networking opportunities so that students receive on-the-job training and are able to integrate their knowledge and apply their skills in a real work setting.

Additionally, the Accounting Certificate is customized for working adults seeking additional technical accounting skills or continuous professional development. The certificate program is also suitable for students who hold a bachelor’s degree in other business fields and want accounting training.

Students with a High School Diploma or an Associate Degree can transfer credits earned in the Accounting Certificate program to Galen’s Bachelor’s degree in Accounting in order to receive exemptions from multiple ACCA exams.