A Business Systems Certificate from Minnesota State College Southeast will step up your skills with training in finance and accounting! Take the next steps in your accounting career path by earning your business systems certificate online or in person from Southeast. The hybrid in class & online accounting certificate courses from Minnesota State College Southeast provide professional training for your new accounting career and serve as building blocks for further education. Apply Fall or Spring semester for 100% online classes, in person classes or hybrid learning programs.
Career Area: Business & Management
Program: Accounting
Campus(es): Winona/Red Wing/Online
Major Details
With a Certificate in Business Systems from Minnesota State College Southeast, in less than one semester you will be ready to launch a career in one of the nation's fastest growing professions.
The Business Systems Certificate focuses on the fundamental accounting concepts and principles that are used in a business environment to provide reports on the economic condition of an organization. You will also learn about personal finance, business ethics, and small business development.
Minnesota State College Southeast accounting classes are offered online or on campus. You can enroll in the accounting program in either the fall or spring semester and attend classes on a full-time or part-time basis.
Discover career opportunities with a business system certificate from Southeast
If you have the desire to own your own business, be a leader, motivate people, and solve problems, consider enrolling in an accounting diploma or degree at Minnesota State College Southeast.
More and more employers are demanding higher education in business skills from potential job candidates to fill their positions. Our approach is a blend of theory and practice, providing a solid foundation for your career. We offer a practical, personal approach to learning the principles of accounting and making the best use of a variety of popular accounting software packages.
Once you have your accounting degree from Southeast in hand, you will find that the opportunities for meaningful and challenging employment are plentiful in companies of all sizes.
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Cluster/Pathway
Cluster: Finance
Pathway: Accounting
Recommended high school classes and basic job/program skills
Courses
GENERAL EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS
TECHNICAL REQUIREMENTS
Total Credits Required for this Major: 16
Cost
| Approximate Tuition/Fees: | $3,585 |
|---|---|
| Minimum Tool Cost: | N/A |
| Books/Supplies: | $220 |
| Estimated Total: | $3,805 |
Career Opportunities
Staff Accountants
Banking
Managerial Accounting
Financial Accounting
Cost Accounting
Income Tax
Financial Services
Payroll Accounting
Government/Non-Profit
Budget Analysis
Audit
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Outcomes
Program graduates will be able to:
Apply the principles of financial accounting, managerial accounting, cost accounting, tax accounting and not-for-profit accounting.
Apply mathematical, analytical and business knowledge skills to formulate and solve problems and to make decisions relevant to the needs of business.
Demonstrate proficiency in personal computer operations and applications.
Demonstrate an understanding of human society and culture in order to function as an effective employee and citizen.
Highlights
100% online option available
Excellent reputation with employers and students
Hands-on learning
Instructors have professional experience in all areas of accounting
Learn the latest computer software: Excel, QuickBooks, Access, Turbo Tax, Word, Peachtree and PowerPoint
Vast job opportunities with high growth potential
Interactive learning combines technology with accounting theory
Student organizations such as Student Senate provide leadership and professional growth opportunities
Instructors
Shannon Corcoran
Shannon Corcoran holds an MBA from St. Mary’s University of Minnesota, a B.A. in Retail Merchandising and Management from the University of Wisconsin–Stout, and dual A.S. degrees in Retail Merchandising and Interior Decorating from Rochester Community and Technical College. With a diverse background in administration, management, marketing, merchandising, and entrepreneurship, she brings real-world experience into the classroom.
Samantha Justin
Samantha Justin earned her Bachelor of Arts in Accounting and Business Administration from Winona State University and her Masters of Professional Accounting from Bemidji State University. She also holds a Wisconsin Certified Public Accountant license. She has experience in public, private, audit, tax, governmental, and non-profit accounting.
Majors in the Accounting program
Accounting & Networking Specialist AAS