Students
An associate degree in Accounting And Tax Specialist can give you the edge you need to begin a rewarding career in an in-demand field. At the Moorhead campus of Minnesota School of Business (MSB), we offer a two-year program that prepares you for a rewarding career in financial accounting, taxation and business consulting.
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For information about our associate degree in accounting and tax specialist, contact our Moorhead college. Call us at 1-877-655-7676 to learn about our program, college admissions and financial aid.
A two-year accounting degree
A student may earn the AAS degree in just 21 months of full-time study. The program includes courses in basic business subjects as well as beginning and intermediate accounting and tax courses, including the following:
- Payroll
- Managerial Accounting
- Accounting Systems
- Tax
- Business Mathematics
Students take general education courses and complete an ACAT review course that prepares them for certifications from the Accreditation Council of Accounting and Taxation. They can also obtain certifications to become:
- Registered Accounting Practitioners (RAP)
- Enrolled Agents (EA)
We encourage students to apply for the Professional Certification Scholarship to help defray the costs of certification exams.
Upon graduation, students in the associate degree in accounting and tax will have the skills and knowledge they need and the ability to communicate effectively. They will be able to explain complex tax and other financial matters to clients, co-workers and management.
Careers for graduates of the accounting and tax program
Students can look forward to opportunities such as the following:
- Tax advisor to businesses
- Owner of home-based tax preparation services
- Accountant in businesses large and small, government agencies and non-profits
Online option available
Students can complete associate degrees in Accounting And Tax Specialist through our online college. Whether they work full-time, care for small children or face long commutes, students find distance learning provides the flexibility they need to make college possible.
Military students—ask a representative about college credit for basic training and other military training.
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For information about a tax career and the AAS at our Fargo-Moorhead campus, contact Minnesota School of Business. Call us at 1-877-655-7676 to learn more.