The finance AAS degree prepares students for careers in finance and the financial services industry. The degree is designed for individuals who want training in income taxation, finance, money and banking, and investments. Students who successfully complete the program should be able to: 1) perform basic financial and accounting tasks both manually and using a computer; and 2) demonstrate the relationships among the various business functions such as accounting, finance, marketing, purchasing, operations, and human resources.
Quarter 1 (15 credits)
BTEC 101 Introduction to business computing (5 credits)
BUS 100 Business math (5 credits)
or MATH& 107 Math in society (5 credits)
or Any MATH course numbered 107 or above (5 credits)
BUS& 101 Introduction to business (5 credits)
Career exploration:
- Find your people! Attend area-of-study activities and connect with clubs related to your career goals. Find out where students in your pathway go to study.
Action items:
- Meet with your advisor to build your degree plan in Starfish.
- Have your transfer-in credits officially evaluated.
- Visit the Intercultural Center, the Learning Center and the library
Quarter 2 (15 credits)
ACCT& 201 Principles of accounting I (5 credits)
BTEC 142 Spreadsheets II (5 credits)
ENGL& 101 English composition I (5 credits)
Career exploration:
- Start keeping a portfolio of your best work.
- Explore the Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) program (starts winter quarter and extends to spring) - participants should have completed ACCT& 201.
Quarter 3 (13 - 15 credits)
ACCT& 202 Principles of accounting II (5 credits)
BUS& 201 Business law (5 credits)
ENGL& 230 Technical writing (3 credits)
or ENGL& 235 Technical writing (5 credits)
Career exploration:
- Attend an info session about WCC's bachelor of applied science degree (BAS) in applied business management.
- Ask your instructors about nearby conferences you might attend next year.
- Look for a summer job or internship related to your career goals.
Action items:
- If you're preparing for WCC's BAS in applied business management, check the GPA and other entry requirements. Are you on track?
Quarter 4 (15 credits)
ACCT& 203 Principles of accounting III (5 credits)
CMST 245 Introduction to organizational communication (5 credits)
or CMST& 220 Public speaking (5 credits)
or CMST& 230 Small group communication (5 credits)
FIN 215 Principles of finance (5 credits)
Career exploration:
- Listen to podcasts about finance or the kind of career you're aiming for.
Action items:
- If you're considering the BAS in applied business management, apply for next year's financial aid.
Quarter 5 (15 credits)
ACCT 260 Individual income tax (5 credits)
ECON 100 Survey of economic principles (5 credits)
or ECON& 201 Micro economics (5 credits)
or ECON& 202 Macro economics (5 credits)
ECON 225 Money and banking (5 credits)
Career exploration:
- Meet with the internship coordinator to explore internship opportunities for Quarter 6.
- Participate in the VITA program (starts winter quarter and extends to spring).
- Work on your resume through the Career, Job & Transfer Center.
Action items:
Quarter 6 (15 - 17 credits)
ACCT 130 QuickBooks (3 credits)
FIN 190 Finance internship (2-4 credits)
or ACCT 190 Accounting internship (2-4 credits)
ECON 210 Economic ethics (5 credits)
FIN 235 Investments (5 credits)
Action items:
- Attend the spring job fair.
