Accounting Certificate (MAP)

Muskingum University offers a three-tier Accounting Certificate program.

The program is open to all students with a minimum of a high school diploma or equivalent. These certificate options may also be completed as part of either an undergraduate or graduate degree program outside of accounting as well as part of a post-graduate professional development program.

Previously completed coursework done at any regionally-accredited college or university may be used to meet the requirements of these certificates provided such coursework is deemed equivalent and is documented by official transcripts of the institution where such work was completed.

Candidates may choose to complete any of the certificate options. Candidates who intend to take the Certified Public Accountant’s examination will be required to meet other requirements in addition to those listed below in order to sit for the exam. These additional requirements are detailed on the website of the Accountancy Board of Ohio. Success on the CPA examination is not required to earn the CPA preparatory certificate. For additional information contact your academic adviser or Graduate and Continuing Studies at 740-826-8238.

Option 1: Basic Accounting Certificate (15 credits)

  • ACCT 201 FINANCIAL ACCOUNTING (3)
  • ACCT 202 MANAGERIAL ACCOUNTING (3)
  • ACCT 301 INTERMEDIATE ACCOUNTING (3)
  • ACCT 363 COST ACCOUNTING (3)

Choose one:

  • ACCT 302 INTERMEDIATE ACCOUNTING (3) - OR -
  • ACCT 364 INCOME TAXES (3)

Option 2: Office Management Accounting Certificate (21 credits)

  • ACCT 201 FINANCIAL ACCOUNTING (3)
  • ACCT 202 MANAGERIAL ACCOUNTING (3)
  • ACCT 301 INTERMEDIATE ACCOUNTING (3)
  • ACCT 302 INTERMEDIATE ACCOUNTING (3)
  • ACCT 412 AUDITING (3)
  • ACCT 422 GOVERNMENTAL ACCOUNTING AND AUDITING (3)

Choose one:

  • ACCT 363 COST ACCOUNTING (3) - OR -
  • ACCT 364 INCOME TAXES (3)

Option 3: Certified Public Account Preparation Certificate (30 credits*)

  • ACCT 201 FINANCIAL ACCOUNTING (3)
  • ACCT 202 MANAGERIAL ACCOUNTING (3)
  • ACCT 301 INTERMEDIATE ACCOUNTING (3)
  • ACCT 302 INTERMEDIATE ACCOUNTING (3)
  • ACCT 363 COST ACCOUNTING (3)
  • ACCT 364 INCOME TAXES (3)
  • ACCT 411 ADVANCED ACCOUNTING (3)
  • ACCT 412 AUDITING (3)
  • ACCT 421 ADVANCED TAXATION (3)
  • ACCT 422 GOVERNMENTAL ACCOUNTING AND AUDITING (3)

*Candidates who plan to take the CPA examination are also required to complete 24 hours of approved coursework in business.

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