Welcome to the Associate of Science Degree (Accounting )

The Associate degree in Accounting prepares students for a variety of entry-level positions in the accounting field and also provides a foundation for students who plan to transfer to a four-year bachelor's degree program. Apply critical thinking and analytical skills in decision making and problem solving. Accounting/Financial Accounting: Understand and apply accounting principles to prepare financial statements. Develop an understanding of the law and the legal environment as it relates to business operations, including its ethical implications. Intro to Business Information Systems: Identify the basics of information technology and apply software applications to enhance efficiency of business functions. Create effective oral and written business communications utilizing modern communication technologies. Employing a foundational theory and practice model, students in this program will rapidly gain knowledge of the overarching principles of accounting while applying the skill achieved and demonstrating the abilities of an entry-level accountant.

Career Path

An AS degree in accounting provides opportunities for positions as an Accounting Clerk, Staff Accountant, or Human Resources Assistant, Entry-level bookkeeper Accounts payable clerk Accounts receivable clerk Payroll clerk Accounting assistant.

Eligibility

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Post Study Work Visa availability - YES

Admission Requirements

We’ve simplified the admission process to help you get started quickly and easily. You can find all requirements for admission to College of San Mateo below

1. WASSCE/A level Certificate

2. School Transcript

3. Passport

4. Recommendation Letter

English Language Requirement

College of San Mateo will accept, for the purposes of meeting the English proficiency requirement, English taken in 12 year education or English is designated as the primary and official language, and the principle language of instruction.

If you do not meet the English language requirements yet, you can achieve the level you need by successfully completing a pre-sessional English programme with the university or submit  

1. English language proficiency at a minimum of IELTS band 6.5 (or equivalent) or PTE Score or Duolingo English Test score before you start your course.

Intakes

January, 2025

From May, 2024 to November, 2024

Open

September, 2025

From May, 2024 to July, 2025

Open

January, 2026

From May, 2025 to November, 2025

Open

September, 2026

From May, 2025 to July, 2026

Open