Accounting, Finance and Economics

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Learn the skills behind sound financial decisions

Understanding how money moves through a business, how markets work, and how financial decisions get made is useful in almost every field. Whether you plan to manage books for a local organization, prepare taxes, analyze business data, or transfer to a four-year university for a degree in business or economics, CCC offers coursework and credentials that can get you there.

Program Options

Accounting (AAS)— Workforce Degree
A two-year workforce degree designed to prepare you for employment in accounting, bookkeeping, and financial record-keeping. Built around the specific knowledge and skills employers in this field require. Designed for students entering the workforce directly, not for transfer.

Business (AAS) — Workforce Degree
A two-year workforce degree covering the broader knowledge and skills needed for business roles, including accounting, management, communications, and business operations. Also designed for direct employment after graduation.

Accounting Certificate
Designed to prepare you for entry-level bookkeeping and accounting positions. Credits earned in the certificate can be applied toward the Accounting AAS.

Not sure which fits your situation? An advisor can help you choose before you register.

What can I do with this?

Accounting and finance skills are in demand across virtually every sector, from small local businesses to large organizations and government agencies.

With CCC coursework and credentials:

Bookkeeper
Accounting Clerk
Accounts Payable and Receivable Specialist
Payroll Specialist
Tax Preparer
Office Manager with accounting responsibilities

With further education or after transfer:

Accountant or Certified Public Accountant (CPA exam required)
Financial Analyst
Budget Analyst
Auditor
Economist
Financial Manager

What Will I Learn?

Coursework covers the core principles of accounting, financial management, and economics, giving you practical skills that apply whether you are entering the workforce or continuing your education.

Practical Accounting Procedures
Financial Accounting
Managerial Accounting
Individual Income Tax Preparation
Payroll
Computerized Accounting
Macroeconomics
Microeconomics
Business Finance
Business Statistics

Program at a glance

Program type: Workforce Degree (AAS) | Certificate
Course Delivery: In-person and Online
Level 1 Training Hours: 35 to 50 hours, including OSHA 10 certification
Course Schedule: Day and Evening Classes Available
Transferability: All Courses transfer to NAU, ASU, and U of A as AGEC Credit
Financial Aid Eligible: Yes
Military/Veteran Benefits Available: Yes
Location: Lone Tree Campus, Page Site, Online

Transfer option

Students planning to transfer to a four-year university should pursue the Associate of Business (ABUS), which includes the AGEC-B. Completing the AGEC-B with a cumulative GPA of 2.5 or higher guarantees admission to any Arizona public university, though it does not guarantee admission to a specific program within that university.

CCC has transfer partnerships with NAU, ASU, the University of Arizona, and Grand Canyon University. Several accounting and economics courses transfer directly to Arizona universities with course equivalency.

If you are not yet ready to complete a full degree, the AGEC-B certificate is a standalone credential that satisfies lower-division general education requirements for business majors at Arizona’s public universities.

Please meet with an Advisor to discuss options.

Career Outlook

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the difference between the Accounting Certificate and the AAS in Business?
The Accounting Certificate is a shorter credential focused specifically on accounting, designed for students seeking entry-level bookkeeping and accounting positions. The AAS in Business is a two-year degree that includes accounting alongside broader business coursework. Credits from the Accounting Certificate can be applied toward the AAS.
Can I transfer to university with the AAS in Business?
The AAS is a workforce degree, not a transfer degree. If transfer is your goal, the ABUS is the right credential. An advisor can help you choose the pathway that fits your plans before you register.
What if I start with the Accounting Certificate and want to continue later?
Credits you earn in the Accounting Certificate program can be applied toward the AAS in Business, so your earlier coursework is not wasted if you decide to continue.