2015-2016 Catalog

 

AS - Accounting

The Associate of Science degree with a major in Accounting program includes both accounting and general education courses.  Students will gain fundamental skills needed for entry-level accounting positions and an excellent foundation for pursuing a Bachelor of Science degree with a major in Accounting or Business. 

Upon completion of the program, students will be able to:

  • Demonstrate an understanding of decision-making from a Christian worldview.
  • Develop an academic foundation for the completion of a business-related baccalaureate degree.
  • Develop a knowledge base that demonstrates exposure to liberal arts instruction.
  • Integrate basic business principles, concepts, and skills.
  • Demonstrate a competency in fundamental accounting and business principles.

This degree will provide students with the fundamental skills needed for entry level accounting positions.  This program will provide an excellent foundation for those who anticipate pursuing a bachelor's degree with a major in Accounting or Business.

The curriculum will be completed in the order established by Indiana Wesleyan University. Indiana Wesleyan University reserves the right to modify the curriculum as necessary.

Admission Requirements

The admission requirements for the associate degree programs offered through the College of Adult and Professional Studies are as follows:

  • Proof of standard high school diploma or GED certification.  
  • Submission of all required items for the admissions process as outlined in the "application procedures" section of the application packet.

Transfer Credit Policy

Transfer credit for core curriculum requirements for undergraduate programs within the DeVoe School of Business may be granted as follows:

  • Credit must have been earned at a regionally accredited college or university or an institution accredited by the Association for Biblical Higher Education with a minimum grade of "C."
  • Courses must be approved by the DeVoe School of Business.
  • Students must complete at least 30 hours of the core curriculum at Indiana Wesleyan University

Graduation Requirements

To graduate with an associate degree with a major in Accounting from the College of Adult and Professional Studies at Indiana Wesleyan University, the following requirements must be met:

  • Completion of the core requirements.
  • Cumulative GPA of 2.0 or higher.
  • A minimum grade of “C” must be achieved in ENG-140, ENG-141, and MAT-109. Failure to achieve a “C” in any of these courses will require repeating the course until a “C” is achieved. (The “repeated courses” policy as found in the Academic Information section does not apply in this case.)
  • Payment of all tuition and fees is required in order to receive a diploma.

 

Accounting (AS) - Program of Study

Core Courses

ENG-140, ENG-141, and MAT-109 must be passed with "C" or higher.

GEN-111Foundations of Lifelong Learning

3

PSY-155Personal Adjustment

3

BUS-150Personal Finance

3

ENG-140College Writing

3

ENG-141Research and Writing

3

BUS-105Introduction to American Business

3

PHE-140Concepts of Wellness

2

BIL-102New Testament Survey

3

COM-115Introduction to Human Communication

3

HST-160Western Civilization

3

ACC-210Using Spreadsheets in Accounting

3

ECO-205Basic Economics

3

ACC-201Accounting Principles I

3

ACC-202Accounting Principles II

3

MAT-109Foundations of College Math

3

FINA-180Humanities Fine Arts

3

PHL-283Philosophy and Christian Thought

3

MAT-116Contemporary College Algebra

3

ACC-220Payroll Accounting and Taxation

3

BUS-225Legal Environment of Business

3

ACC-230Business Taxation

3

Total Credit Hours:62

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