Bachelor's Degree

Accounting/Information Systems

Business Accounting Information Systems Bachelors Degree

Helping Businesses Operate Smoothly

National College’s Accounting – Information Systems program is designed to provide you with a foundation of accounting and IS skills and an education that will give you the credentials to get ahead.

The accounting coursework is designed to train you so that you are qualified to work as an accountant, consultant, or auditor. The information systems coursework will provide you with an understanding of the functional areas of business, knowledge of the technical aspects of information systems, and the analytical skills to design, develop, implement, and manage computerized business information systems.

Because you will be receiving an education in both accounting and information technology you can develop skills to specialize in computer auditing and controls, accounting information systems, e-commerce, security, and information systems consulting.

As a student in the Accounting – Information Systems program, you will:

  • Develop a solid accounting knowledge base as well as analytical, interpersonal, and communications skills.
  • Gain an understanding of the most current accounting strategies and tactics, emerging trends, and software.
  • Focus on the analysis and implementation of information systems, data management, data communications, and topics such as e-commerce.
  • Learn about information assurance and security.

Whether you are interested in starting or advancing your career in the accounting and/or information systems fields, this program will prepare you for recognized industry certification exams that can help you stand out in today’s competitive job market and broaden employment opportunities.

  • Why National
  • Course Basics
  • Costs and Disclosures
  • Real Student Stories

Why Accounting – Information Systems Students Turn To National College:

  • Convenience and flexibility – day and evening course schedules to fit your life.
  • Small class size – allowing for one-on-one interaction with instructors.
  • Industry experienced instructors – bringing their business, accounting, and IS field experience and insights to class.
  • Peer tutoring – providing one-on-one help at no additional cost.
  • Training in modern computer labs – simulating real work experiences.
  • Externship placement as part of the Accounting – Information Systems program – enabling students to build career experience.
  • Career services – helping with career advice and resources needed for today's job search environment.
  • Refresher courses are available to all our graduates – keeping skills in their field of study sharp and current at no additional tuition costs.

What You Will Study:

Highlights

Principles of Accounting I, II, & III
The primary focus is on the use of accounting practices in today’s business world – beginning with individually owned businesses to corporate accounting.

Principles of Economics
Study how individuals consume goods and services and learn about the U.S. economic system, government finance, and the consumption and distribution of the national wealth.

Computer & IT Fundamentals
Build a solid foundation in basic computer concepts, networking, and the Internet as well as a broad understanding of the structure of information systems, databases, programming, and e-commerce.

Program core courses may include:

  • Principles of Accounting I, II, & III
  • Computerized Accounting
  • Intermediate Accounting I, II, & III
  • Income Tax
  • Cost Accounting
  • Auditing
  • Municipal & Institutional Accounting
  • Project Management
  • Principles of Economics
  • Spreadsheet Applications
  • Computer & IT Fundamentals
  • Implementing & Troublshooting OS Technology
  • Computer Hardware Technology
  • Network+
  • Windows Server Administration I
  • Network Infrastructure Configuration
  • Directory Services Administration
  • Database Administration
  • Oracle Administration I & II
  • Information Systems Security
  • Database Design
  • Database Security & Auditing

 


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Estimated tuition costs

Tuition$317/credit X 180 credits = $57060
Books$225/course X 45 courses = $10125
Activity Fee$15/Term X 15 terms = $225
Graduation Fee$100
TOTAL$67510

On-Time Completion Rate and Median Loan Debt For completion and median loan debt rates, this information is for the 2012 AY (which runs July 1, 2011 to June 30, 2012).

Applies toOn-Time Completion RateMedian Title IV Loan DebtMedian Private Loan Debt
Bristol, Charlottesville, Cincinnati, Columbus, Danville VA, Dayton Area, Harrisonburg, Knoxville, Lynchburg, Martinsville, Online, Parkersburg, Princeton, Roanoke Valley, Stark Co (Canton), and Youngstown campuses.N/AN/AN/A
Bartlett, Madison, Memphis, Nashville, Akron Area and Cleveland campusesN/AN/AN/A
Danville KY, Florence, Fort Wayne, Indianapolis, Lexington, Louisville, Pikeville, Richmond and South Bend campusesN/AN/AN/A

Note: Median Institutional Loan Debt is $0 for all National College campuses.

Additional Notes: Areas marked N/A indicate that 10 or less individuals graduated from this program during the specified reporting period and used this particular source of funding.

Placement Rates For Placement Rates at our Tennessee campuses, this information is for the July 1, 2010 - June 30, 2011 reporting year as reported on the 2012-2013 THEC Reauthorization.

Applies toPlacement Rate*
Bristol, Charlottesville, Cincinnati, Columbus, Danville VA, Dayton Area, Harrisonburg, Knoxville, Lynchburg, Martinsville, Online, Parkersburg, Princeton, Roanoke Valley, Stark Co (Canton), and Youngstown campuses.0.0%
Bartlett, Madison, Memphis, Nashville, Akron Area and Cleveland campuses.No Data
Danville KY, Florence, Fort Wayne, Indianapolis, Lexington, Louisville, Pikeville, Richmond and South Bend campuses.No Data
*This rate is calculated based on a formula provided by the Accrediting Council for Independent Colleges and Schools (ACICS). For more information on this agency, click here.

Additional Notes: Areas marked with No Data indicate that no students graduated from the program during the reporting period

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