Computerized+Accounting+I+&+II

** ACCOUNTING I & II **

Objectives
Upon successful completion of this course students will be able to:
 * analyze and process information in an accounting cycle
 * manage bookkeeping procedures
 * work in a basic computerized setting
 * manage supporting tasks
 * interact effectively in the context of different business situations

Accounting is at the heart of business. It is an information system that measures and communicates information about the organization's economic activities. Its objective is to help the decision-makers (managers, executives, investors, small-business owners, etc.) to make better decisions. There is a high demand for accounting technicians both in manufacturing and service-oriented firms in the context of both large and small organizations.

The Accounting Principles and Related Computer Applications program (EXCEL, Microsoft ACCOUNTING, Peachtree etc.) has been designed to prepare students for immediate employment in the clerical field of Accounting, particularly with the use of computerized accounting systems.

**Salary Outlook:**
Nineteen percent of accounting majors expected a starting salary between $50,000 and $75,000, as compared to 27% of the other business majors and 20% of nonbusiness majors. Starting salaries between $35,000 and $50,000 were expected by 57% of accounting majors as compared to only 44% of other business majors and 39% of nonbusiness majors. The percentages of students expecting starting salaries of $35,000 or less were similar for the three groups. Nonbusiness majors—which included likely medicine, law, and engineering majors—were most likely (13%) to expect greater than $75,000 for a starting salary.

** Yearly Internships: **
Each year, the Accounting students use the following website to find internships for the summer and sometimes long-tern jobs. We encourage every student to update their Resume as often as possible so that when jobs and opportunities arise they are prepared. Take a look at the following website to see if some of the jobs sound interesting to you. __[|**http://www.job-search-engine.com/jobs?k=high+school+accounting+internship&l=United+States**]__

Accounting I:

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This course teaches students how to make money in the business world. Students learn to apply the internationally‑recognized Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) while preparing financial statements, payroll records, and tax forms. Specific topics include receivables, inventories, long-term assets, current liabilities, and computerized accounting. Whatever career you’re thinking about—musician, athlete, homemaker, CPA, or entrepreneur—or if you’re off to college soon, you’ll need accounting skills for success in the real world.**     ======

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When enrolled in Accounting II Students will develop advanced skills that build upon those acquired in Accounting I. Additional accounting skills such as reconciling uncollectible accounts, calculating depreciation on assets, interpreting financial information, and calculating notes and interest will be developed. Computerized accounting will again be incorporated as an essential tool where resources are available. //Prerequisites:// Accounting I      =====

Sample Classroom Activities:

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http://projects.edtech.sandi.net/miramesa/five/

http://staffweb.psdschools.org/bslatten/dream/

Sample Student Work:

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