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Heald
College:
Business Accounting
This field is great for people who are detail oriented and
have an aptitude for numbers. Business Administration with
an emphasis in Accounting is a good career choice if the
following qualities describe you:
Good with numbers
Analytical
Trustworthy
Discreet
Good at solving problems
Like working with computers
The field of accounting today is full of job opportunities
that combine financial recordkeeping and the use of
computers to calculate and record data. The Bureau of
Labor Statistics reports there are about two million jobs
in this field, so job opportunities are plentiful. An
Associate Degree in Business Administration with an
emphasis in Accounting from Heald College will prepare you
to be an immediate asset to the financial department of
just about any kind of business.
In the field, accountants prepare, examine, analyze, and
interpret accounting data in order to give advice and
prepare financial statements. Other duties may include
recording receipts and disbursements and preparing state
and federal reports. An accounting clerk maintains
accounting records, reconciles bank statements, posts
details of business transactions, and prepares vouchers,
invoices, and other records.
Heald's program will introduce you to financial
accounting, tax preparation, business and Internet law,
communications, and computerized systems. After completing
the Accounting program, your qualifications will assist
you in pursuing a variety of positions, including
Accounting Specialist, Accounts Payable/Receivable
Specialist, and Payroll Processor. Request More
Information
Business Administration Program
This field is perfect for organized people who like to
work with others and want a well-rounded foundation in
business. Business Administration is a good career choice
if you are:
A quick learner
Flexible
Able to follow directions and can think on your own
A good communicator
Confidential and discreet
Good at juggling more than one task at a time
No business succeeds today without a solid infrastructure
of capable employees who can multi-task to meet a variety
of challenges. Heald's Business Administration program
provides students with a well-rounded exposure to the
professional business environment, which will help them
develop general proficiencies appropriate for a wide range
of careers.
The program teaches basic concepts related to business
management, accounting, human resources, Internet
marketing, and other areas relevant to the business world.
Students explore ways to manage human, financial, and
material resources, which are key components of the global
economy. A foundation in general education enables
students to develop strong critical-thinking,
problem-solving, and interpersonal skills. Emphasis is
also placed on developing computer skills.
After graduation from this program, many students pursue
certification as a Microsoft Office Specialist in
Microsoft Word, Excel, Access, and PowerPoint. The
Business Administration program will qualify grads to
pursue entry-level support positions such as
Administrative Assistant, Office Assistant, Office
Manager, Management Trainee, and Customer Service
Representative. Request More Information
Business Administration Accounting
This field is great for people who are detail oriented and
have an aptitude for numbers. Business Accounting is a
good career choice if the following qualities apply to
you:
Good with numbers
Analytical
Trustworthy
Discreet
Good at solving problems
Like working with computers
Accounting has evolved into a dynamic field that offers
many different career paths. Accountants no longer work
alone, crunching numbers and entering data. Today's
accounting professionals are an integral part of an
organization's business team. Jobs in this field offer you
the opportunity to interact with a wide variety of people,
develop useful computer skills, and get a valuable
overview of the world of business. Accounting employees
are invaluable to employers business they typically have
important critical-thinking and analytical skills.
Heald's Business Accounting program will prepare you to
meet the demands of this key profession. By completing a
Heald Associate in Applied Science degree or the
Certificate of Completion in Business Accounting, you will
learn accounts payable, accounts receivable, general
ledger, payroll, income tax, and Generally Accepted
Accounting Principles (GAAP). You will also learn computer
software and spreadsheets for accounting applications.
As a graduate, your qualifications will assist you in
pursuing entry-level positions as an Accounting Assistant,
Bookkeeper, Accounting Clerk, Accounts Payable/Receivable
Clerk, Payroll Clerk, and/or Administrative Assistant.
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Sales and Marketing
This field is suited to people who enjoy interacting with
others, developing strategies to reach goals, and finding
ways to promote or highlight a product or company's
strengths. Business Administration with an emphasis in
Sales and Marketing is a good career choice if the
following qualities describe you:
A quick learner
Flexible
Able to follow directions and can think on your own
A good communicator
Confidential and discreet
Good at juggling more than one task at a time
Sales and marketing are increasingly important to
businesses as they battle for consumers’ attention in
today’s complex communications environment. Heald’s
Business Administration with an emphasis in Sales and
Marketing program was created to provide students with the
skills and knowledge to help employers face those
challenges.
You’ll learn about the basics of business management, with
specific emphasis on salesmanship, marketing, advertising,
and product development. You’ll practice professional
selling techniques, plan an advertising strategy, and use
your creative and critical-thinking skills to develop a
marketing plan. You’ll expand your thinking to include the
local, national, and global commerce market, while honing
your verbal and written communication skills. Students
pursuing this program will also become versed in many of
the computer software applications used in business.
Job opportunities for graduates of this program typically
include entry-level positions such as Sales Consultant,
Retail Sales Associate, Customer Service Representative,
Marketing Coordinator, Client Service Representative, and
Call Center Representative. Request More Information
Campus: California, Hawaii, Oregon
Honolulu Hawaii
1500 Kapiolani Boulevard
Honolulu, HI 96814
Portland Oregon
625 S.W. Broadway, Suite 200
Portland, OR 97205
Concord
5130 Commercial Circle
Concord, CA 94520
Fresno
255 West Bullard Avenue
Fresno, CA 93704
Hayward
25500 Industrial Boulevard
Hayward, CA 94545
Rancho Cordova
2910 Prospect Park Drive
Rancho Cordova, CA 95670
Roseville
7 Sierra Gate Plaza
Roseville, CA 95678
Salinas
1450 N. Main Street
Salinas, CA 93906
San Francisco
350 Mission Street
San Francisco, CA 94105
San Jose
341 Great Mall Parkway
Milpitas, CA 95035
Stockton
1605 E. March Lane
Stockton, CA 95210
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Accreditation
Heald College is accredited by the Accrediting Commission
for Community and Junior Colleges of the Western
Association of Schools and Colleges (WASC), an
institutional accrediting body recognized by the Council
for Higher Education Accreditation and the U.S. Department
of Education.
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