Accounting and Finance

Curriculum Description

The Accounting and Finance curriculum is designed to provide students with the knowledge and the skills necessary for employment and growth in the accounting and finance profession. Accountants and finance professionals assemble and analyze, process, and communicate essential information about financial operations. Course work may include accounting, finance, ethics, business law, computer applications, financial planning, insurance, marketing, real estate, selling, and taxation. Related skills are developed through the study of communications, computer applications, financial analysis, critical thinking skills, and ethics.

Program Learning Outcomes

Accounting students will:

• Master a fundamental understanding of accounting concepts.
• Demonstrate the ability to independently and objectively analyze information and situations to arrive at unique solutions.
• Effectively analyze financial data.
• Effectively use technology (relevant software and hardware) as required of accounting professionals.
• Demonstrate professional skills, behaviors, and conduct, commensurate with industry expectations.

Employment Opportunities

Graduates should qualify for entry-level accounting and finance positions in many types of organizations including accounting firms, small businesses, manufacturing firms, banks, hospitals, school systems, and governmental agencies.

Online Program Information

Surry offers this program online. Further information can be found on Surry’s website at Online Learning

Contact

Dr. Dawn Hawks
Lead Instructor for Accounting, Business Administration, and MIS
worleyc@surry.edu
(336) 386-3363

Financial aid is available to eligible students: https://surry.edu/paying-for-college/financial-aid/

Contact: financialaid@surry.edu or (336) 386-3264 for more information.

Programs

• Accounting and Finance Certificate (C25800)
• Bookkeeping Certificate (C25800A)

• Accounting and Finance Diploma (D25800)

• Accounting and Finance Degree (A25800)