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Take your love of numbers to the next level with this Accounting Basics microcredential! You will build essential skills in bookkeeping and elementary accounting, including journalizing, posting, and statement preparation. You will learn generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP), understand the accounting cycle, as well as the fundamentals of invoicing, procurement, and sales records. You will also gain practical experience with commonly used software such as QuickBooks. Successful completion of this microcredential prepares you to apply for bookkeeping, finance clerk, accounts payable or receivable positions. This microcredential is also a perfect fit for anyone currently working in a clerk or bookkeeping capacity that is seeking to formalize their education and add new skills.
Credits earned in the completion of this microcredential can be applied toward completion of a related certificate or degree program. It is a building block that gives you a jump start to education and career success.
Each campus will confirm final costs. The estimated tuition shown above is based on NYS residency for this institution. Tuition can vary based on full- or part-time attendance, residency and whether the courses are undergraduate or graduate. Additional costs include fees and books. Some available grant funding for eligible students may be highlighted on this page. For information on other possible financial support to help you pay for your microcredential, please visit our For You page.
Each campus will confirm final cost. Some available grant funding for eligible students may be highlighted on this page. For information on other possible financial support to help you pay for your microcredential, please visit our For You page.
SUNY's microcredentials are setting the standard nationally and internationally for high-quality, stackable credentials designed for today's learner. All of SUNY's microcredentials are designed to be:
Academic quality is paramount in the development and approval of SUNY microcredentials.
Each microcredential has immediate value and, where possible, stacks together with other microcredentials.
Microcredentials are designed to meet current and emerging market needs and align with relevant industry standards.
Completion of our microcredentials is recorded on your transcript and/or highlighted in a digital badge so your accomplishments travel with you.
Inaugural recipient of the Business Council of NYS Workforce Innovation Award