Accounting

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Accounting program overview

Accountants process the financial transactions and information for businesses, government, and non-profit entities. The study of accounting will familiarize students with the "language of business." It is a vital part of virtually every business organization.

At HTC, you will learn how to design financial systems, record information, and interpret profit and loss statements. From income statement preparation and data processing to cost accounting and payroll, you will develop skills to launch or advance your career.

Our Accounting AAS and Accounting AS degrees are accredited by ACBSP.

Program information

Class Time: Day, Evening, and Online
Semester: Fall or Spring Semester
Campus: Eden Prairie Campus & Brooklyn Park Campus
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Skills Required

The Accounting program prepares you for just about any kind of entry accounting position in the workforce. There are no other additional requirements to begin the Accounting major beside the regular admissions process.

Job Outlook

In Minnesota, about 25,833 accountants and auditors work in this occupation field. Major employers are: accounting, tax preparation, bookkeeping, payroll firms, federal, state, local government agencies, and business management companies.

Possible job titles may include:

Accountant, Bookkeeper, Accounting Clerk, Payroll Specialist, Tax Preparer, Staff Accountant and Controller.

Employment Outlook Disclosures:

Awards and Certifications

Faculty

Christine Reineke BS, M.B.A., C.P.A.
952-995-1603
CReineke@hennepintech.edu

Craig Anderson BS, MA, C.M.A.
763-488-2657
craig.anderson@hennepintech.edu

Erin Mrkonich BS, M.B.A., C.P.A.
763-488-2505
Emrkonich@hennepintech.edu

Industry partners

The Accounting Department at HTC relies on an advisory committee for advice, guidance, and approval for major department decisions. Members of the committee consist of upper level accounting professionals currently working in the accounting profession.

Get Started in 5 Steps!

Step 1:
Apply for Admission

New students may submit their high school transcript or GED certificate to Enrollment Services.
Transfer students from previously attended non-Minnesota State system colleges should submit their college transcript(s).
Visiting students can register for courses online without submitting a college application.

You may be charged a $20 application fee that should be paid online when submitting the application.

Step 2:
Paying for College

Financial aid is available for students who qualify. Access to grants, loans, scholarships, and/or work-study begins by completing the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA).
Please apply early to allow time for processing.
Students must have a high school diploma, GED, or its equivalent, and declare an eligible major, in order to receive Federal Title IV financial aid funds.
Hennepin Technical College's FAFSA School Code is 010491.

Step 3:
Complete Placement Testing
Schedule your ACCUPLACER placement testing appointment.
You may be exempt from some or all of your placement tests under certain conditions.

Step 4:
Complete New Student Orientation
Once your placement testing requirements have been met, you are ready for New Student Orientation.

Step 5:
Register for Classes
When you have completed the steps above, you are ready to register for classes

Accreditation and Affiliations

The Accounting Careers Department is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Business Schools and Programs.

Articulations

If you choose to further your education after graduating from HTC, the college has several articulation agreements for you to choose from:

Metro State University - Bachelor's in Accounting
Southwest State University - Bachelor's in Accounting

For a complete list of current articulation agreements, visit the Minnesota Transfer website.