ACCOUNTING FOR BUSINESS MANAGEMENT

WHY SHOULD I TAKE THIS COURSE?

There are at least four needs that this course would be designed

to satisfy.

1. What is Accounting?

The typical student graduating from High School and planning

a college career does not know what to select as a major.

Potential students feel that they do not really understand

the Accounting Profession. What is Accounting and would I

like it as a profession?

This course would give them some understanding of the profession

and help them to make an informed decision. It would also provide

a solid foundation for their college courses.

2. Small Business Management

Individuals who are involved in operating a small business,

or hope to be involved, can learn the fundamentals of

Accounting as used in a small business for business planning,

control and decisions.

3. Accounting Services

Those who are involved in business positions other than

Accounting may wish to have a better understanding of

Accounting and how it affects their position.

For example, An accounts receivable clerk can understand

the complete accounting function to help be

prepared for advancement.

For example, A sales person can understand how Accounting

affects the sales position and why Accounting

requires various forms and procedures. This

information will help the sales person to

prepare for advancement.

4.Job Entry

A basic understanding of Accounting will help individuals

to obtain beginning employment in various accounting functional

areas.

For Example, Bookkeeping, accounts receivable, accounts payable,

inventory, cost accounting, and data entry .

For Example, There are many opportunities for beginning positions

in data entry for those who have a basic understanding

of Accounting and Computer Basics.