Designed to get you working as a bookkeeper in as little as one semester, this hands-on occupational training program is offered completely online and taught by full-time faculty as well as subject matter experts in the field. You can also apply your coursework in this program toward the associate degree in applied accounting.
This program is a great starting point for students who are interested in bookkeeping and accounting jobs, or want foundational training for entry-level business careers. It’s also an ideal stepping stone for students who are interested in pursuing further business education (particularly in accounting) in the future.
Every business earns and spends money. The job of a bookkeeper is to document these daily financial transactions and help prepare business accounts. Bookkeeping is important both for business owners and external entities (such as investors or financial institutions) because it provides an up-to-date picture of a company’s finances and informs key decisions.
While bookkeeping and accounting are closely related areas, they support businesses in different ways. Bookkeepers focus on recording financial transactions, playing more of an administrative role. Accountants are concerned with providing business insights and financial models based on bookkeeping data.
Coursework for the bookkeeping and finance program will develop your knowledge of accounting principles, payroll accounting and accounting software systems. The 15-credit occupational endorsement culminates in a capstone event.
Get the hands-on training you need for a successful career in business. Online programs at the University of Alaska Fairbanks emphasize practical career training that will prepare you to hit the ground running in your chosen job. We also provide all online programs at affordable in-state tuition rates for students everywhere.
The estimated cost for the bookkeeping technician program based on current rates is $4,575.
See what your dollars go toward on the UAF eCampus Tuition and Fees page.
At UAF, online courses typically do not have set meeting times but do have weekly deadlines. While there are some standard practices, each course is designed by the instructor to best teach the material. Most courses run the full length of the 16-week semester.
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