Vision Statement
Consistent with the mission of the University of Maine at Fort Kent, a regional university that serves the needs of the St. John Valley and the state of Maine, the Accounting Concentration fosters excellence in scholarship and academic achievement in an interactive educational environment.
Mission Statement
The mission of the Accounting Concentration is to develop students as liberally-educated citizens, life-long learners in a changing world, become proficient bookkeepers and accountants.
Program Description/Goals
The Accounting Concentration provides the two-year student with opportunities to develop skills toward careers in Accounting. This program fits within the mission, goals, outcomes, and procedures of the four-year Business Management Program concentration in Accounting. This program is designed for students who seek entry level positions in accounting and business management. It also serves as a gateway to a four-year degree.
Student Learning Outcomes
The Accounting Concentration prepares students for careers in accounting and business. The outcomes of the program are that the graduate will be a well-rounded, professional person who is literate, numerate, and analytical; this person will be appreciative of the arts and sciences as well as possess skills in interpersonal communication and leadership.
Program Requirements
CRN |
Course Name |
Credits |
|
General Education Requirements |
29 credits |
Business Requirements |
BUS 100 |
Accounting Principles I |
3 credits |
BUS 101 |
Accounting Principles II |
3 credits |
BUS 211 |
Principles of Business Management |
3 credits |
BUS 302 |
Intermediate Accounting I |
3 credits |
BUS 303 |
Intermediate Accounting II |
3 credits |
BUS 308 |
Managerial Accounting |
3 credits |
BUS 314 |
Auditing & Forensic Accounting |
3 credits |
|
Electives |
13 credits |
Total |
63 credits |
Recommended Support Courses
CRN |
Course Name |
Credits |
BUS 219 |
Business and Professional Speaking |
3 credits |
BUS 260 |
Business Ethics |
3 credits |
MAT 280 |
Finite Math II: Linear Systems and Math of Finance |
3 credits |
Techniques for Assessment
- Individual student electronic portfolio with demonstrations of knowledge and skills.
- Comprehensive exam of professional skills.
Suggested Course Sequencing
Fall Semester Freshman Year
CRN |
Course Name |
Credits |
HUM 102 |
First Year Experience |
3 credits |
BUS 100 |
Accounting Principles I |
3 credits |
BUS 211 |
Principles of Business Management |
3 credits |
COS 103 |
Introduction to Information Technology |
4 credits |
ENG 100 |
English Composition I |
3 credits |
Total |
16 credits |
Spring Semester Freshman Year
CRN |
Course Name |
Credits |
|
General Education: Oral Communication |
3 credits |
ENG 101 |
English Composition II |
3 credits |
BUS 101 |
Accounting Principles II |
3 credits |
MAT 280 |
Finite Math II: Linear Systems & Math of Finance |
3 credits |
|
General Education - Natural Science |
4 credits |
Total |
16 credits |
Fall Semester Sophomore Year
CRN |
Course Name |
Credits |
BUS 260 |
Business Ethics |
3 credits |
BUS 302 |
Intermediate Accounting I |
3 credits |
|
General Education - Arts & Humanities |
6 credits |
|
General Education - Behavioral & Social Sciences |
3 credits |
Total |
15 credits |
Spring Semester Sophomore Year
CRN |
Course Name |
Credits |
BUS 303 |
Intermediate Accounting II |
3 credits |
BUS 308 |
Managerial Accounting |
3 credits |
BUS 314 |
Auditing & Forensic Accounting |
3 credits |
|
Electives |
4 credits |
Total |
13 credits |