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School of Business and Applied Arts
Accounting
Associate Degree in Applied Science
Program number:
101011
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Overview
Admission
Overview
The Accounting program at Madison College provides you the educational background and training required for entry-level positions in:
- Private business and industry
- Governmental agencies
- Public accounting firms
Work experience and professional development will provide you the necessary qualifications for advanced positions in the field of accounting.
Keyboard skills and computer literacy are required for Madison College’s Accounting program.
Program Details
Accounting is on a career pathway that includes this associate degree and a technical diploma. Both will prepare you for a good job and with the associate degree, you can transfer to another college to earn your bachelor’s degree. Learn at your own pace and increase your earning potential with credentials that keep you moving on your career path.
Students in MATC's Accounting program can attend full or part-time.
Accounting classes may be offered at these Madison College campuses:
- Madison - Truax
- Fort Atkinson
- Portage
- Reedsburg
- Watertown
Explore financial aid eligibility for this program.
Some of the courses for this program may be available online.
CurriculumAdmission
To Apply
View the admission requirements for application deadlines, materials, and requirements.
- Review the admission checklist to learn how to apply to a program or certificate at Madison College.
- Attend an Academic Information Session to get started in the admission process.
- Visit MATC to learn more about the Madison College experience including campus tours and program open houses.
After Acceptance
Once you are admitted into your program, review the Start of Semester Checklist to prepare for your first day of classes at MATC.
Questions?
Contact the Enrollment Center at EnrollmentServices@madisoncollege.edu or (608) 246-6210.
OutcomesCurriculum
Prospective program students, the information below reflects the basic requirements for students admitted for the 2018-2019 academic year. To learn more about Madison College, visit us.
Current program students (including newly admitted), go directly to your Degree Progress Report (also referred to as an Advising Report or Academic Requirements) to view:
- Progress toward your specific requirements
- Alternative (in lieu of) courses to meet specific requirements
If you have questions after reviewing your report, please see Advising Services.
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CareersOutcomes
After completing the Accounting program at Madison Area Technical College, you will be able to:
- Process financial transactions throughout the accounting cycle
- Analyze financial and business information to support planning and decision-making
- Perform payroll preparation, reporting, and analysis tasks
- Perform cost accounting preparation, reporting, and analysis tasks
- Perform individual and/or organizational tax accounting preparation, reporting, and analysis tasks
- Identify internal controls to reduce risk
Employers throughout the Madison area consider Madison College accounting graduates top candidates. Associate degree graduates are ready for a range of professional positions in the field of accounting including:
- Accounts Payable/Receivable Clerk
- Bookkeeper/Payroll Clerk
- Cost Accountant
- Public Accountant
- Staff Accountant
- Tax Accountant
- Account Manager
- Account Specialist
- Payroll Accountant
With additional education and/or work experience, graduates may find employment as:
- Auditor
- Certified Public Accountant
- Comptroller
- Treasurer
- Trust Officer
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