Accounting Fundamentals

What you'll learn

Launch your finance career with this Accounting Essentials Microcredential! Developed in response to feedback from regional businesses and organizations, this microcredential begins with study of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), including key accounting terminology, the accounting lifecycle, common business practices and essential business equations. You will gain experience using QuickBooks, practicing real-world journal entries, as you study internal controls and inventory accounting. You will gain essential skills in budget preparation and review, accounts payable and receivable. Successful completion of this microcredential prepares all to continue their studies and readies those new to the field to immediately apply for entry-level bookkeeping positions. This microcredential can also be a value add for small business owners and entrepreneurs who want to add specialized skills, and for those currently managing the books at smaller organizations who need academic credentials to advance.