Accounting (ACC)

ACC 100 Introductory Accounting (3)(3,0)

The first semester of fundamental financial accounting. Emphasis is on procedural aspects of financial accounting for the single proprietorship. Accrual basis is utilized. Entire accounting cycle is covered for both service and merchandising businesses, including adjustments, preparation of financial statements, and closing procedures. Also included are reconciliation of bank statements and petty cash. (1.2) Proficiency Credit Available (2T) Pass/No Credit Available.

In-District Tuition/Fees: $405 (effective 2024/25 academic year)

In-district tuition rates are subject to change based on Board approval.

Prerequisite: None Recommended: BUS 120

Semester(s) Offered: Fall, Spring and Summer

ACC 200 Financial Accounting (4)(4,0)

Foundation course required for further study of accounting and business. Principles and concepts of financial accounting are emphasized and advanced concepts are introduced. Topics include transaction analysis, development of financial reports, the accounting cycle, promissory notes, inventory costing, depreciation methods, corporation equity concepts, bonds payable, statement of cash flows and present value. (1.1) IAI Major: BUS903 Proficiency Credit Available (2T) Pass/No Credit Not Available.

In-District Tuition/Fees: $540 (effective 2024/25 academic year)

In-district tuition rates are subject to change based on Board approval.

Prerequisite: Math: Grade of C or better in MTH112 or BUS120, or satisfaction of other placement criteria. Reading: Grade of C or better in RDG 091 or LTC 099, or satisfaction of other placement criteria. Writing: Grade of C or better in ENG 098 or LTC 099 or satisfaction of other placement criteria. Recommended: (1) ACC 100 or previous course in bookkeeping or accounting and (2) Microsoft Excel proficiency or concurrent enrollment in CIS 242 or completion of CIS 242.

Semester(s) Offered: Fall, Spring and Summer

ACC 210 QuickBooks Online (3)(3,0)

Students complete numerous monthly accounting cycles of a new company, applying principles of accounting, and using QuickBooks Online, an accounting software commonly used by small businesses. The software will be used to process business transactions, generate reports and financial statements, and to export data into Excel. Students will use Excel to complete projects that analyze monthly results, perform trend analysis, and calculate common financial ratios. QuickBooks Online provides an easy to understand interface for students to grasp accounting concepts while honing cloud computing skills. Students will confirm their QuickBooks Online knowledge by passing the Intuit QuickBooks Certified User exam. (1.2) Proficiency Credit Available (2T) Pass/No Credit Available.

In-District Tuition/Fees: $507.99 (effective 2024/25 academic year)

In-district tuition rates are subject to change based on Board approval.

Prerequisite: (1) Grade of C or better in ACC 200 and CIS 110; or (2) Grade of C or better in ACC 100 and CIS 110; or (3) consent of instructor.

Semester(s) Offered: Fall and Spring

ACC 221 Payroll Accounting (2)(2,0)

Introduces the processing of payroll. Emphasis is placed on legal requirements of withholding, employer's taxes, and preparation of tax forms and reports. (1.2) Proficiency Credit Available (2T) Pass/No Credit Available.

In-District Tuition/Fees: $270 (effective 2024/25 academic year)

In-district tuition rates are subject to change based on Board approval.

Prerequisite: Grade of C or better in ACC 100 or Grade of C or better in ACC 200

Semester(s) Offered: Fall and Spring

ACC 225 Income Tax Accounting (3)(3,0)

This course is of value to anyone interested in learning about income taxes, whether for personal use or as a start toward a new vocational goal. Emphasis is on federal individual income taxes. Also, some attention is given to small businesses and corporations. Topics covered include filing status, taxable income, employee business expenses, itemized deductions, profit from business or profession, capital gains and losses, tax credits, corporations, and state of Illinois income tax. (1.2) Proficiency Credit Available (2T) Pass/No Credit Not Available.

In-District Tuition/Fees: $405 (effective 2024/25 academic year)

In-district tuition rates are subject to change based on Board approval.

Prerequisite: Grade of C or better in ACC 200

Semester(s) Offered: Fall

ACC 240 Managerial Accounting (4)(4,0)

The second semester foundation course required for further study in accounting. Managerial accounting topics include ABC cost behavior analysis and use, job-order costing, process costing, cost-volume profit relationships, contribution approach to costing, budgeting, standard costs, JIT/FMS performance measures, relevant costs for decision making, balanced scorecard and capital budgeting. (1.1) IAI Major: BUS904 Proficiency Credit Available (2T) Pass/No Credit Not Available.

In-District Tuition/Fees: $540 (effective 2024/25 academic year)

In-district tuition rates are subject to change based on Board approval.

Prerequisite: Grade of C or better in ACC 200. Math: Grade of C or better in MTH 112 or BUS 120, or satisfaction of other placement criteria Reading: Grade of C or better in RDG 091 or LTC 099, or satisfaction of other placement criteria. Writing: Grade of C or better in ENG 098 or LTC-099 or satisfaction of other placement criteria. Recommended: (1) ECN 201 or concurrent enrollment in ECN 201 and (2) Microsoft Excel proficiency or concurrent enrollment in CIS 242 or completion of CIS 242.

Semester(s) Offered: Fall, Spring and Summer

ACC 245 Cost Accounting (3)(3,0)

Fundamentals of cost accounting, ABC, performance measurements, job order, process and estimated cost development and procedures. Emphasizes current practices in cost control through reports to management, applied to business establishments of relatively small and intermediate size. (1.1) Proficiency Credit Available (2T) Pass/No Credit Not Available.

In-District Tuition/Fees: $405 (effective 2024/25 academic year)

In-district tuition rates are subject to change based on Board approval.

Prerequisite: Grade of C or better in ACC 240

Semester(s) Offered: Varies

ACC 260 Internship in Accounting (1-3)(0,10)

(1-3) Students work for a business, government agency, or other organization for approximately 10 hours per week for one semester performing accounting tasks. Students will keep a journal detailing work performed, write a short paper and make a presentation to a current accounting class summarizing their on-the-job experience. Course is repeatable to six credits; only three credits may apply toward a degree or certificate. (1.2) Proficiency Credit Not Available Pass/No Credit Available.

In-District Tuition/Fees: $405 (effective 2024/25 academic year)

In-district tuition rates are subject to change based on Board approval.

Prerequisite: Grade of C or better in ACC 200 and Grade of C or better in CIS 242.

Semester(s) Offered: Varies