Designed For
- Individuals working in the financial services industry
- Business students
- Financial assistants
What You'll Learn
- Master tax planning, budget analysis, financial statement preparation, and auditing.
- Understand and be able to apply important accounting principles to private, public and nonprofit organizations.
- Meet legal and regulatory requirements necessary to perform public accounting functions for clients.
- Be able to analyze financial statements.
- Be prepared to advise clients regarding important financial reporting requirements, strategic financial decisions and other matters related to accounting practice.
What You Can Do With This Certificate
Positions are available in a variety of industries, and can be found in firms, corporations, government, or nonprofit organizations. They might include:
- Accountant
- Auditor
- Budget Analyst
- Financial Manager
Professional Licensure and Certification
University of California programs for professions that require licensure or certification are intended to prepare the student for California licensure and certification requirements. Admission into programs for professions that require licensure and certification does not guarantee that students will obtain a license or certificate. Licensure and certification requirements are set by agencies that are not controlled by or affiliated with the University of California and licensure and certification requirements can change at any time.
The University of California has not determined whether its programs meet other states’ educational or professional requirements for licensure and certification. Students planning to pursue licensure or certification in other states are responsible for determining whether, if they complete a University of California program, they will meet their state’s requirements for licensure or certification. This disclosure is made pursuant to 34 CFR §668.43(a)(5)(v)(C).
Earning the Certificate
Prior to enrolling, please ensure that you meet the following minimum requirements:
- High school education or equivalent
Completion of this certificate meets one of the State of California educational requirements to sit for the Certified Public Accountant (CPA) exam.