Accounting

Overview

University of the People is tuition-free and has removed most of the cost toattend university. Minimal application and assessment fees support the university's mission of making quality education affordable for all.

As a tuition-free university, UoPeople offers a cost-effective alternative to traditional American universities, cutting your cost 95%. University of the People is tuition-free and has removed most of the cost to attend university. Minimal application and assessment fees support the university’s mission of making quality education affordable for all.

This certificate is relevant for those pursuing careers in accounting, as well as any professional wishing to improve their financial management skills.

Program Goals

A professional certificate program in Accounting from University of the People should be completed with the following goals to enhance expertise, significantly increase earning power, reputation, and the ability to deliver high-quality work.

Students are provided with the opportunity to sharpen their skills and knowledge in the field of Business Administration. Courses for the Finance Certificate will focus on the following:

• Understanding financial reporting and financial management.

• Analyze financial statements to support capital market decisions.

• Accounting for liabilities, equity, and corporate forms of ownership.

• Responsibility accounting, budgets, cost control, and standard costing procedures and analysis of variances.

Accreditation

• UoPeople is recognized by the DEAC as an accredited online University, and adheres to all DEAC Standards and Code of Ethics.
• The Distance Education Accrediting Commission (DEAC) is listed by the U.S. Department of Education as a recognized accrediting agency.
• The Distance Education Accrediting Commission is recognized by the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA).
• In addition, UoPeople has been recognized as a Candidate for Accreditation by WASC Senior College and University Commission (WSCUC)