Accounting

SUNY Adirondack's Accounting degree focuses on interpreting and communicating economic events in business. Learning to provide strategic guidance gives an edge to your skillset, while focused courses in taxation, law, ethics, finance, management and accounting provide foundational knowledge. This degree can be earned at SUNY Adirondack Queensbury or SUNY Adirondack Saratoga, and half the courses can be taken online, if you choose.

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Degree
Associate of Science
Program Type
Transfer Degree
Pathway
Business
Additional Program Option
Hybrid
Credits
61

Learning Outcomes

  1. Demonstrate a solid foundation in basic accounting concepts and techniques.
  2. Demonstrate the ability to organize, analyze, manage and disseminate financial information.
  3. Demonstrate effective oral and written communications skills, incorporating critical thinking and research techniques.
  4. Demonstrates competency with advanced bookkeeping applications.
  5. Demonstrate competency in the application of contemporary accounting computer software.
  6. Demonstrate an understanding of the principles of microeconomics and macroeconomics as they relate to the business environment. 
  7. Demonstrate an understanding of legal and ethical framework in today’s business environment.
  8. Demonstrate an understanding of taxation and its effect on business decision-making. 
  9. Apply fundamental accounting principles in a fieldwork experience.
  10. Demonstrate interpersonal, organizational and teamwork skills necessary to be successful in a business environment. 

Curriculum and requirements

Features of the Accounting program include internships, Quickbooks certification, bookkeeping certification, Business Club, tutoring and Business Alumni Outreach Program.

Degree requirements and sample schedule

Rafiat Timothe receives her diploma Click to play the video

Support network

Rafiat Timothe came to the United States to work in hospitality, but knew her passion was in Accounting. At SUNY Adirondack, she found the support she needed to succeed.

Adding up

SUNY Adirondack's faculty have years of real-world business experience. Faculty have participated in Fortune 500 companies, CPA firms and area businesses. Network with local accounting professionals to create valuable connections.

SUNY Adirondack Business Professor John Arpey teaches

Gaining knowledge

Accounting is a growing professional field, so students graduate with career options. SUNY Adirondack's Accounting degree program also prepares students for further education. Most popular transfer institutions: Siena College | SUNY Albany | SUNY Plattsburgh

Careers in accounting

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Business Administration

SUNY Adirondack's Business Administration degree program studies the management of all business operations. Students learn through a blend of practical business experiences and theory. Case studies, interactive sessions and internships grant knowledge valuable to actual business situations. Students gain critical decision-making skills, furthering success in today's fast-paced work conditions. Topics in economics, law, ethics, and financial/managerial accounting build your skills. Business planning, technology and interpersonal skills/communication provide understanding. This degree program finishes with a strong foundation in liberal arts.

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