Online Accounting Degree (AAS)

Beal University’s Associate of Applied Science in Accounting is an academic associate degree focused on managing financial records and supporting business decisions. Coursework is delivered online in 8-week terms.

AAS

Credential

20 mo

Normal length

Online

Coursework

ACCSC

Institutional accreditation

Program at a glance

Credential

AAS (academic degree)

Normal length

20 months

Format

Online coursework

Institutional accreditation

ACCSC

Start dates

6 a year

Transfer credit (subject to evaluation)

Up to 75%

Is Beal's accounting degree accredited?

Beal University is institutionally accredited by the Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges (ACCSC), which is recognized by the U.S. Department of Education. Federal financial aid is available to those who qualify. Eligibility varies by student and program.

WHAT YOU WILL STUDY

Built for your next step

Coursework covers financial and managerial accounting, payroll, taxation, accounting software, and business fundamentals.

CORE COURSES

Principles of Accounting 1 & 2

Computerized Accounting 1 & 2

Intermediate Accounting 1 & 2

Managerial Accounting

Business Law

Ethics in Business

Organizational Behavior

Business Management

Word Processing

Spreadsheets (introductory and advanced)

Database & Publishing Concepts

Business Mathematics

Management Communications

Program outcomes

Admissions overview

CAREER INFORMATION

Potential occupations

Potential occupations related to this field may include the roles listed below. Employment is not guaranteed, and employers may require additional education, experience, certification, licensure, or background screening.

Bookkeeper

Payroll Clerk

Auditing Clerk

Accounting Assistant

Financial Clerk

WHY STUDY ONLINE WITH BEAL

Designed with adult learners in mind

Scheduling flexibility

Eight-week online terms and 6 start dates a year may provide scheduling flexibility.

Institutional accreditation

Beal University is institutionally accredited by the Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges (ACCSC).

Online coursework

The Accounting AAS is delivered online.

Support that stays with you

Small cohorts, one-on-one attention, and career services for current students and graduates.

QUESTIONS, ANSWERED

Program FAQ

Is Beal's accounting degree accredited?

Beal University is institutionally accredited by the Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges (ACCSC).

How is the accounting degree delivered?

The Associate of Applied Science in Accounting is delivered online in 8-week terms.

How long does it take?

About 20 months in normal time, using 8-week terms with 6 start dates a year. Program length reflects completion in normal time. Individual completion time varies based on course load, transfer credit, satisfactory academic progress, course availability, and other program requirements. Programs not offered in California.

What can I do with this degree?

Potential occupations related to this field may include bookkeeper, payroll clerk, auditing clerk, accounting assistant, and financial clerk roles. Employment is not guaranteed, and employers may require additional education, experience, certification, licensure, or background screening.

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READY WHEN YOU ARE

Put numbers to work for your career.

Talk with admissions about start dates and transfer credit. Eligible undergraduate students may receive transfer credit for up to 75 percent of a program, subject to Registrar evaluation and program requirements. No more than nine transfer credits may be accepted into a Beal University master’s program. See transfer credit information.