100%
Online Coursework
$270
Tuition Cost per Credit
< 1 year
Average Completion*
Turn Accounting Knowledge Into Practical Skills
QuickBooks is one of the most widely used accounting platforms for small businesses and organizations. Knowing how to use it effectively can give you a practical advantage whether you’re beginning an accounting career, managing the finances of a business, or adding accounting responsibilities to your current role.
The Undergraduate Micro-Credential in QuickBooks Accounting at Athens State University gives you focused, hands-on experience using QuickBooks to manage and analyze financial information.
Learn the software. Strengthen your accounting skills. Become more valuable to employers.
Program Overview
Understanding accounting principles is important. Knowing how to apply those principles using the software businesses rely on every day can make your skills even more valuable.
The QuickBooks Accounting micro-credential introduces you to the practical use of QuickBooks within an accounting environment. You’ll develop experience working with financial information, recording transactions, managing accounts, and using accounting reports to understand a business’s financial position.
The micro-credential is an especially useful addition for students and professionals who want to combine accounting knowledge with technology skills.
Program Details
Modern accounting professionals rely on technology to record, organize, analyze, and report financial information. QuickBooks gives businesses a way to manage many of these essential accounting functions.
What You’ll Learn
- QuickBooks accounting software
- Bookkeeping
- Recording financial transactions
- Accounts payable and receivable
- Bank and account reconciliation
- Financial statements and reports
- Payroll
- Expense tracking
- Financial data management
You’ll learn how accounting concepts translate into practical software applications, helping you become more comfortable managing financial information in a real-world business environment.
Your Career Advantage Starts Here
QuickBooks expertise can complement careers in accounting, bookkeeping, business management, entrepreneurship, finance, and small-business operations. It’s also a valuable skill for business owners and entrepreneurs who want to better understand and manage their organization’s finances.
Explore your career pathways with the micro-credential program in QuickBooks Accounting, including anticipated salaries, annual job growth, and even active job listings through the Career Concourse portal.
$58k
Accountant Estimated Entry Salary
$82k
Accountant Estimated Median Salary
Estimated salary and employment information based on labor market data provided by Career Concourse and is intended for informational purposes only. Actual salaries and employment outcomes vary based on factors such as experience, location, industry, and employer and are not guaranteed upon degree completion.
Admissions & Aid
Athens State University is proud to offer the lowest tuition of any public, four-year university in Alabama, making it possible to earn an advanced degree while keeping your education affordable. Combined with flexible online learning, scholarships, and financial aid opportunities, our QuickBooks Accounting micro-credential program delivers exceptional value and a strong return on your investment.
Why Choose this program at Athens State?
Life doesn’t stop while you’re earning your degree. That’s why the QuickBooks Accounting Micro-Credential is offered entirely online or on campus, allowing you to complete coursework when it fits your schedule without sacrificing academic quality. Online doesn’t mean “alone” at Athens State — our Student Success Coaches are with you every step of the way providing guidance and resources to help you stay on track.
Built for the Future of Accounting
Today’s accountants and financial managers rely on technology, automation, business intelligence, and analytics as much as traditional accounting principles. You’ll learn to leverage modern accounting software and data-driven decision making to solve complex business challenges in an ever-evolving technological workforce.
Preparation for What’s Next
Athens State’s accounting program is designed with today’s students in mind. Whether you’re advancing your career, preparing for graduate school, or pursuing CPA licensure, you’ll receive the academic preparation and personalized support needed to reach your goals. (Students should consult state licensure requirements for CPA certification.)
Learn from Experienced Faculty
Our faculty combine academic excellence with real-world accounting and business experience, bringing current industry practices into every course. At Athens State, you’re not facing the journey alone—our dedicated, knowledgeable faculty and staff walk alongside you each step of the way, providing personalized guidance and support.
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*Average completion time varies by student and depends on prior credits
transferred to Athens State and the number of courses taken per semester.
Please consult with your Student Success Coach and faculty advisor for your personalized plan of study.