7 Online Economics Associate Programs

Learn about the production and consumption of goods and services, scarcity, and choice. The study of economics provides a strong basis for building critical thinking skills in the study of business and the law, while also serving the interests of the liberal arts and general education.

Why Accounting? Companies of all sizes and types employ accountants! Job opportunities exist in the sports, entertainment, technology, hospitality, food and fashion, manufacturing, construction, and all industries! Types of organizations include all business as well as healthcare and other non-profits, criminal investigation and other federal, state and county governments and agencies. Or join the accounting profession in an accounting, bookkeeping or tax preparation firm to work with a variety of businesses. Whether you are here to gain valuable employment skills and certificates, earn your Associates degree, or position yourself to go on to a four-year degree, we invite you to join us in the Gateway Accounting Program.

If you’re detail-orientated, this degree program could lead to a successful accounting career. Learn how to maintain records of accounts and handle business transactions for sales, expenses, payments, purchases, and inventories. You’ll learn to prepare, review, and interpret financial reports, which is critical information that helps management make business decisions. You’ll also gain skills in Microsoft Excel spreadsheets, computerized accounting software, payroll, cost accounting, and tax preparation. These services are essential for virtually any type of business, industry, or government operation.

If you’re looking to kickstart your career in the world of accounting, an Associate of Science (AS) in Accounting degree on campus at Southern New Hampshire University may be for you. Here, you’ll gain fundamental knowledge of accounting and taxation as well as general business practices and relevant industry tools and technology. This program will provide you with marketable skills in communication, data analysis, research, problem solving and regulatory compliance. You’ll also be able to apply the knowledge you’ve learned in this program to industry challenges and business operations in the future, giving you the edge that employers are looking for.

Accounting internships are offered freshman year to help JWCC students gain experience and determine the areas of most interest in this in-demand career.

Our Business Administration Accounting program is designed to train junior executives and paraprofessional accounting personnel. As a graduate of this program will have skills in the technical subjects of accounting and taxation while also being capable of grasping a range of problems in the field of business.

The Accounting program provides students with an accounting curriculum that places a strong focus on computer applications and problem-solving in a group environment. Upon graduation, students should be prepared for a variety of career possibilities in which a thorough understanding of applications of the principles of accounting is essential.