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Associate of General Studies (AGS) Degree
Career Opportunities
The AGS degree in Accounting prepares you to transfer into bachelor’s degree accounting programs at four-year colleges.

Program Description
This program offers you a comprehensive understanding of the theory and practice of modern accounting. It places particular emphasis on logical reasoning, enabling you to solve accounting problems and to make sound accounting policy decisions. It also teaches you to use computer software related to the accounting profession. You will learn to use state-of-the-art equipment through industry-standard instructional materials. The required occupational experience provides you the opportunity to obtain valuable on-the-job training.

The PCC/CSU-Pueblo Transfer Agreement allows the Accounting AGS graduate to transfer to the CSU-Pueblo Hasan School of Business with a junior standing. Contact the Department Chairperson for information about transfer of courses to other four-year institutions.

Associate of Applied Science (AAS) Degree
Career Opportunities
The AAS degree in Accounting prepares you for a career in entry-level accounting or upper-level bookkeeping positions.

Program Description
This program offers you a comprehensive understanding of the theory and practice of modern accounting. It places particular emphasis on logical reasoning, enabling you to solve accounting problems and to make sound accounting policy decisions. It also teaches you to use computer software related to the accounting profession. You will learn to use state-of-the-art equipment through industry-standard instructional materials. The required occupational experience provides you the opportunity to obtain valuable on-the-job training. If you are pursuing bachelor’s degree or a career as a Certified Public Accountant (CPA), check with your advisor concerning the transfer of courses to four-year colleges.

Note: Students interested in transferring to a baccalaureate program in Accounting should refer contact a Counseling, Career, & Transfer Advisor.