Meet with a CSM counselor to discuss how to achieve academic goals and to develop a comprehensive student educational plan (SEP).
University Transfer Program
60-70 transferable units
California State University
University of California
Independent Colleges and Universities
For students who wish to transfer as a Business Administration major, refer to Business.
Program Overview
This certificate prepares students who are looking to expand their advanced accounting foundation knowledge or who are considering taking the CPA exam in the future. The courses in this certificate cover advanced accounting theory which is also a significant portion of the CPA exam. The courses within this certificate, as well as all CSM accounting courses qualify as accounting units to sit for the CPA exam and meet the 150-semester hour requirement for licensure in California. For more information about how to prepare for the CPA exam visit the CSM accounting department website at http://collegeofsanmateo.edu/accounting/
Program Requirements
| Required Core Courses: 12-15 units of any combination of the following courses: | Units | |
|---|---|---|
| ACTG 119 | Personal Financial Planning | 3 units |
| ACTG 161 | Intermediate Accounting I | 4 units |
| ACTG 162 | Intermediate Accounting II | 4 units |
| ACTG 163 | Auditing | 3 units |
| ACTG 164 | Governmental & Nonprofit Accounting | 3 units |
| ACTG 165 | Cost Accounting | 3 units |
| ACTG 167 | Advanced Accounting | 4 units |
| ACTG 168 | Financial Management for Accountants | 3 units |
| ACTG 169 | Accounting Ethics | 3 units |
| ACTG 241 | Accounting Data Analytics | 3 units |
| ACTG 242 | Accounting Information Systems & Internal Controls | 3 units |
