Financial Accounting I (COS 100)
This module introduces the student to the operations, terminology, procedures, and methodologies, which are used by common business entities from the accounting prospective. It covers concepts of Assets, Liabilities, Capital, Income, and Expense. This course will allow a student to have a hands-on experience with accounting systems, financial analysis techniques, and control of money in all forms – from cash buying, to receivable collections, to purchasing and receiving. This course along with COS 200 builds a strong foundation of accounting knowledge.
Financial Accounting II (COS 200)
This module builds on the knowledge and practical skills obtained in Financial Accounting I and provides the overall picture in a number of accounting areas. It deals with the core of accounting practice such as Inventory Control, Fixed Asset Reporting, The Nature of Current Liabilities, and Cash Flow Analysis and Reporting. An automated accounting system allows students to apply their skills by using current software (QuickBooks®) and to quickly produce Financial Reports which analyze Profitability and Solvency. In this module students also learn how to set-up a company, capitalize it, earn income, incur expenses, pay taxes and stock dividends, and invest.
Computer Productivity Tools & Keyboarding
(CIT 090)
This module teaches the current operating system (Vista®), Internet tools, Outlook®, and Acrobat®. Students develop and deliver presentations in PowerPoint® and create documents in MS Word®. They work on their keyboarding and alpha/numerical data entry skills. The lab focuses on hand placement, accuracy, speed, documents formatting, and projects. By the end of the module, students should be able to apply the learned skills to the workplace or further study.
Business Productivity Tools
(CIT 100)
In this module students will learn Office Productivity tools – Excel and Access. They will work in Excel creating and modifying spreadsheets, entering and editing formulas, and creating and formatting charts. Students will learn database basics using Microsoft Access to design and organize tables, perform searches, filters and sorts, as well as develop and generate customized reports. Case studies will allow the students to combine the skills acquired and get them ready to work in a modern office environment.
Office Communications & Administration
(ABC 100)
In this module students will acquire communication skills needed for business setting. They will learn to handle business phone calls and inquiries and write memos, reports, and proposals. Students will use current releases of the office software applications, work on advanced office machines such as scanner, fax, and copier. They will be introduced to e-tools – e-mail, on-line calendar and web business scheduling.
Careers and Employment (COS 310)
Topics include industry-specific job market, industry overview, and employment correspondence, such as job applications, resumes, cover and follow-up letters, recommendations, and references. In addition to classroom activities this module includes field assignments, job fair participation, and other hiring and placement events.
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