Frequently Asked Questions

What Kind of Program Is It?

The curriculum of Keller Graduate School of Management of DeVry University's Graduate Certificate in Accounting program provides students with the opportunity to study more advanced methods and concepts in accounting and finance. The program is designed to help students to strengthen their analytical and management skills to prepare for career enhancement or advancement. Course topics include accounting theory, managerial decision-making processes, budgeting, cost analysis, accounting information systems, investment management, cash flow statements, and federal taxation. Other topics could include external auditing practices, foreign transactions, and partnership accounting.

What Are the Prerequisites?

You should hold a bachelor's degree and possibly have an academic background in accounting or finance before enrolling in the Graduate Certificate in Accounting program. Strong analytical and math skills are important, as accounting professionals must verify costs, budgets, and other numbers and analyze accounting systems and spreadsheets. Before you enroll in a Keller Graduate School of Management of DeVry University degree program, you may need to satisfy minimum requirements before beginning the program, including having already earned a high school diploma or equivalent.

What Are the Course Requirements?

Once enrolled in the Keller Graduate School of Management of DeVry University's Graduate Certificate in Accounting, you must complete seven courses totaling 18 credit hours. This reflects 12 credits in accounting/finance classes and six credits in intermediate accounting courses. Accounting Course Requirement Examples could include:

• Essentials of Accounting, Finance, and Economics
• Financial Accounting: Managerial Use and Analysis
• Managerial Accounting
• Corporate Finance
• Nutrition, Health, and Wellness with Lab
• Intermediate Accounting I
• Intermediate Accounting II

What Could I Do After I Graduate?

Career Opportunities

After completing Keller Graduate School of Management of DeVry University's Graduate Certificate in Accounting program, you could be prepared to assume greater responsibilities or pursue management or supervisory positions. You might apply to management positions in corporate auditing, finance, payroll, or accounts payable.

Positions you could be interested in include:

• Senior Auditor
• Controller
• Budget Analyst

Advanced Degrees

After you have earned Keller Graduate School of Management of DeVry University's Graduate Certificate in Accounting, you might choose to continue your studies to obtain a master's degree. Many companies might require candidates for upper management or executive positions to possess a master's degree. Master's degree programs could provide more in-depth studies of financial analysis methods, corporate finance processes, international finance systems, and managerial accounting responsibilities.

Master's degree options include but are not limited to:

• Master of Science in Accounting
• Master of Science in Accounting and Financial Management
• Master of Business Administration with a specialization in Finance
• Master of Business Administration with a specialization in Accounting