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IECC Transfer Pathway
Accounting
Love numbers, problem-solving, and the idea of helping businesses succeed? The Accounting transfer pathway at IECC leads to the Associate in Science and Arts degree and gives you a smart, affordable start toward a bachelor's degree — and a career as a CPA, auditor, tax specialist, or financial analyst. You'll build a strong foundation in financial and managerial accounting, business, and technology while staying close to home, then transfer seamlessly to a four-year university to finish your degree. Accounting graduates are in demand in every industry — start your path at IECC and step confidently into a profession that values precision, integrity, and opportunity.
Core coursesTap to collapse
The classes that define this pathway. General education requirements round out your degree and can be planned with your advisor.
| Requirement | Course(s) | Cr. |
|---|---|---|
| Core Course | ACC 2101 — Financial Accounting | 3 |
| Core Course | BUS 1101 — Introduction to Business | 3 |
| Core Course | DAP 1201 — Business Computer Systems | 3 |
| Core Course | ACC 2102 — Managerial Accounting | 3 |
| Core Course | BUS 2105 — Business Finance | 3 |
| Core Course | ACC 2121 — Cost Accounting | 3 |
| Core Course | BMG 2103 — Business Statistics | 3 |
About this pathway
The Accounting transfer pathway, leading to the Associate in Science and Arts degree, is designed for students who plan to complete foundational coursework at IECC before transferring to a four-year college or university to pursue a bachelor's degree in accounting. The program provides a strong foundation in the principles and practices of accounting as applied in for-profit, public, and nonprofit organizations. Coursework introduces students to financial accounting, managerial accounting, business law, economics, and the use of accounting information systems, while developing the analytical, ethical, and communication skills essential to the profession. Topics of study include financial reporting, cost and tax accounting, auditing concepts, business statistics, and the use of technology in accounting practice. Graduates who complete a bachelor's degree will have the potential for employment as accountants, auditors, tax preparers, budget analysts, financial analysts, controllers, or consultants in corporate, governmental, and nonprofit settings, and will be prepared to pursue professional credentials such as the CPA.
At a glance
Here's how the degree breaks down by credit hours. A typical full-time semester is about 12–15 credit hours, so a 64-credit-hour degree usually takes two years of full-time study.
Recommended electives
| Course | Title | Cr. |
|---|---|---|
| ACC 2241 | Federal Tax Accounting | 3 |
| BMK 2101 | Principles of Marketing | 3 |
| BMK 2101 | Principles of Marketing | 3 |
| BMK 2101 | Principles of Marketing | 3 |
| BUS 2106 | Intro to International Business | 3 |
| BUS 2201 | Principles of Management | 3 |
| BUS 2201 | Principles of Management | 3 |
| BUS 2201 | Principles of Management | 3 |
| MTH 1102 | College Algebra | 4 |
| MTH 2101 | Linear Algebra | 3 |
Program notes
- College Orientation (required): FYE 1198 College Success; FYE 1199 Professional Career Development.
- One Human Diversity HD course must be completed.
- One lab science course must be completed.
Course offerings, prerequisites, and transfer requirements may vary. Meet with an IECC advisor before registering each semester to ensure course selections align with academic goals. Students are responsible for consulting with their intended receiving institution to verify transfer requirements and course applicability.
Ready to take the next step?
Meet with an IECC advisor to map out your transfer plan, choose your courses, and stay on track for your bachelor's degree.
Schedule an Advising Meeting