Program facts 
This 17 credit-hour certificate program provides students with a foundation in financial accounting, individual and business taxation, ethics, tax research, and professional communication.
The certificate prepares students for entry-level positions as tax accounting assistants in CPA firms, accounting practices, and national tax preparation companies.
In addition, the program offers coursework aligned with the IRS Enrolled Agent (EA) Special Enrollment Exam, giving students the opportunity to continue their professional development towards becoming a federally authorized tax practitioner.
Individuals who successfully pass the Enrolled Agent Exam are authorized to prepare federal tax returns and represent taxpayers before the IRS.
This 17 credit-hour certificate program provides students with a foundation in financial accounting, individual and business taxation, ethics, tax research, and professional communication. The certificate prepares students for entry-level positions as tax accounting assistants in CPA firms, accounting practices, and national tax preparation companies. In addition, the program offers coursework aligned with the IRS Enrolled Agent (EA) Special Enrollment Exam, giving students the opportunity to continue their professional development towards becoming a federally authorized tax practitioner. Individuals who successfully pass the Enrolled Agent Exam are authorized to prepare federal tax returns and represent taxpayers before the IRS.
| Number | Course Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| Required | ||
| ACC 101 | Introduction to Financial Accounting | 4 |
Description: Presents accounting as an information system that produces summary financial statements primarily for users external to a business. Emphasizes the reporting of the effect of transactions and other economic events on the financial condition and operating results of a business. Topics include basic accounting concepts, financial statements, accrual and cash basis, the accounting cycle, monetary assets, inventories, fixed assets, current and long-term liabilities and owner's equity. The course assumes a corporate form of organization. Note: High school algebra is recommended. IAI BUS 903 Lecture Hours: 4 Lab Hours: N/A Contact Hours: 4 Class Schedule: | | ||
| ACC 250 | Individual Tax Accounting | 3 |
Description: Offers a practical study of current federal and Illinois taxes as they relate to individual income tax procedures. Topics studied include income inclusions and exclusions, capital gains and losses, business and personal deductions, and accounting methods. Prerequisite: ACC聽101 with a grade of C or better. Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: N/A Contact Hours: 3 Class Schedule: | | ||
| ACC 251 | Business Tax Accounting | 3 |
Description: Presents the basic concepts of corporation income taxation, partnerships, estates and trusts. The course includes a study of the taxation on the transfer of wealth, both during lifetime and testamentary. Prerequisite: ACC聽101 with a grade of C or better. Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: N/A Contact Hours: 3 Class Schedule: | | ||
| ACC 257 | Ethics and Tax Practices | 3 |
Description: Analyzes income tax issues that relate to the requirements of individuals who have the legal right to prepare tax returns on behalf of individuals, business entities, and estates and trusts. These requirements include ethical conduct, practice privileges, and assessment and appeal procedures that must be followed in representing clients before the IRS and other tax agencies. Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 0 Contact Hours: 3 Class Schedule: | | ||
| ACC 261 | Tax Research | 1 |
Description: Presents basic techniques of conducting federal tax research using authoritative databases. Students will develop skills necessary and interpret tax case guidelines using tax cases. Students will communicate their research results in a professional business format. Recommended prerequisite: ACC聽250 or equivalent experience. Lecture Hours: 1 Lab Hours: N/A Contact Hours: 1 Class Schedule: | | ||
| ACC 283 | CPA Review Course/Taxation and Regulation (REG) | |
Description: Provides the student with the tools necessary to understand, review, and practice for the Regulation (REG) section of the CPA Exam. A general understanding of the topics listed in outline would constitute a minimum requirement. Lecture Hours: 1 Lab Hours: 0 Contact Hours: 1 Class Schedule: | | ||
| ENG 130 | Business Writing | 3 |
Description: Teaches formal and psychological aspects of business correspondence. Introduction to various kinds of business letters, memoranda and reports. Improvement of grammar, spelling and word usage. Prerequisite: ENG聽096 with a grade of P or other placement options. /testing/english-placement-grid.php Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: N/A Contact Hours: 3 Class Schedule: | | ||
| Total Hours | 17 | |
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