Accounting Essentials Graduate Certificate

Achieve your goals with this online accounting certificate

Graduate Certificate

Gain the knowledge and skills to develop and maintain accounting records and prepare financial statements with the accounting essentials graduate certificate at Davenport University. Delivered through Davenport’s innovative Global Campus, this 100% online accounting certificate also positions you to take the next step and earn the master of accountancy at Davenport.

Led by talented and experienced accounting faculty who are highly credentialed, the certificate program in accounting positions you to exceed employer expectations for jobs with an accounting certificate. Beyond cultivating relationships with Davenport’s accounting faculty, you’ll also make valuable connections through networking events, including career fairs and job shadow events with both public accounting firms and private companies.

Complete this 18-credit accountant certificate in just one year and be on your way to securing accounting certificate jobs — or to continue on to earn a master’s in accounting at Davenport.

Is an accounting certificate worth it?

As you consider the online accounting certificate at Davenport, you may be wondering, “Is an accounting certificate worth it?” Whether you have an educational background in accounting or not, the certificate in accounting will position you for general accounting jobs. This online accounting certificate also prepares you to enroll in the master of accountancy (MAcc) degree program at Davenport — no matter your undergraduate degree.

Explore classes for Davenport’s accountant certificate

Your online accounting certificate courses at Davenport will help you build a solid foundation of financial concepts and accounting fundamentals. You’ll also take online accounting certificate courses in business law foundations as well as federal taxation. Beyond introducing you to accounting principles, the accountant certificate emphasizes applying Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) to business situations as compliant journal entries are recorded. The certificate in accounting also allows for the analysis of organizational performance and financial condition evaluation.

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Courses		18 Credits
ACCT510	Fund Acct Principles/Concepts This course introduces the principles of financial accounting, emphasizing the understanding and interpretation of financial data. Students also learn journal entries, adjustments, and an understanding of the complete accounting cycle. Financial concepts are covered, as well as basic concepts for the analysis of financial statements. Applicable Course Fees can be found at https://my.davenport.edu/financial-aid/how-much-does-du-cost/tuition-and-fees.	3
ACCT511	Intermediate Accounting I This course builds upon the fundamental accounting process studied in ACCT510 and focuses on significant processes of the major categories of the balance sheet and statement of cash flow and income statements. Students will apply applicable APB and FASB pronouncements and related topics for specific accounting situations. Applicable Course Fees can be found at https://my.davenport.edu/financial-aid/how-much-does-du-cost/tuition-and-fees. Prerequisite(s): ACCT510	3
ACCT512	Intermediate Accounting II This course is a continuation of ACCT511 Intermediate Accounting I with a comprehensive study of the major categories of the balance sheet and statement of cash flow and income. In addition, students will be introduced to the accounting, analysis and reporting of special topics such as pension/retirement, leases, inflation, income taxes, earning per share and revenue recognition. Applicable Course Fees can be found at https://my.davenport.edu/financial-aid/how-much-does-du-cost/tuition-and-fees. Prerequisite(s): ACCT511	3
ACCT513	Federal Taxation I This course provides an explanation of the federal tax structure and provides training in the application of tax principles as they pertain to individuals. The course provides an introduction to taxation for businesses, federal tax laws and regulations, taxation theory, and tax research and planning techniques. Applicable Course Fees can be found at https://my.davenport.edu/financial-aid/how-much-does-du-cost/tuition-and-fees. Prerequisite(s): ACCT510	3
ACCT515	Advanced Accounting Topics This course is designed to further develop the student’s analytical and interpretive skills in accounting for business mergers and acquisitions, partnerships and global accounting. This course offers preparation for the Master of Accountancy program. Applicable Course Fees can be found at https://my.davenport.edu/financial-aid/how-much-does-du-cost/tuition-and-fees. Prerequisite(s): ACCT302 or ACCT512	3
LEGL510	Business Law Foundations	3

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Why pursue a graduate certificate in accounting at Davenport?

Employers tell us they hire graduates of our certificate program in accounting because our graduates demonstrate a readiness to handle basic entry-level accounting certificate jobs, such as those in accounts payable and accounts receivable in private industry.

Experience the Davenport difference:

Foundation for success

Build a solid foundation of financial concepts and learn the fundamentals of accounting through the graduate certificate program in accounting at Davenport University.

Talented and experienced faculty

Take online accounting certificate courses led by experienced faculty who bring real-world experience to you. They’re also highly credentialed with doctoral degrees and professional certifications.

Networking opportunities

Develop relationships with professionals and make crucial contacts through accounting career fairs and job shadow events — events that could lead to accounting certificate jobs for you.

Build skills and serve others

Grow skills through your accounting graduate certificate classroom projects and research with real-life experiential learning aspects. Gain experience and help others through programs like VITA.

Get involved and make connections

Benefit your certificate in accounting education and your career through organizations like Business Professionals of America (BPA), an individual or team competition covering a variety of categories.

Preparation for your future

Receive the education you need to develop and maintain accounting records and prepare financial statements in accounting certificate jobs — or to continue on to earn a MAcc degree at Davenport.

Get started on your online accounting certificate

Explore the admissions requirements and then take the next step toward earning your certificate in accounting at Davenport.

Talk to a graduate admissions advisor

Davenport’s admissions team is here to answer your questions. Please call us at 800.686.1600 or email us at info@davenport.edu.

Apply now or request more information

Start on the road to accounting certificate jobs with the accountant certificate. Request more information or begin your application now.

About Davenport University

Davenport is a private, not-for-profit university with more than 150 years of experience preparing students for successful careers.

Offering over 80 degree and certificate programs, we align with top employers to design degree programs that help you gain the skills and real-world experience you need to rise above the rest. With small class sizes and campuses across Michigan or online, you’ll earn a quality education on your schedule at Davenport University.*

Some programs require a student to complete a portion of their degree plan off-campus.
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Davenport University, 2023/2024 Catalog