Accounting - Spring

Which Term? When registering online, you need to know which term your class is in. Here is how to tell: Fall classes have a -0 in the course code (e.g., ART C79-04). Summer classes have a -3 in the course code (e.g., ART C79-31). In addition, Fall CRN numbers begin with 6, (e.g., CRN 62081). Summer CRN numbers begin with 5 (e.g., CRN 50543). Please do not  put two terms on the same registration form! e.g: Spring and Summer. 

*Courses may also be taken for college credit. Contact Jay Cohen, accounting chair, at 847-635-1778 or jcohen@oakton.edu for more information.

ATTENTION CPAS: Some courses under the Accounting, Business and Computer headings may qualify for CPE credit. Call 847-635-1808 for information regarding CPE credit.

Accounting Fundamentals

Peachtree Accounting

Accounting with QuickBooks

Accounting Fundamentals

ACCOUNTING FUNDAMENTALS I                            Fee: $109
(ONLINE)                                              In-district Seniors:$70
If you are interested in increasing financial awareness and accountability while gaining a marketable skill, this course may be for you. Learn the basics of double-entry bookkeeping, how to analyze and record financial transactions, and the preparation of financial reports at the end of a fiscal period. Accounts receivable, accounts payable, payroll procedures, sales taxes, and common banking activities will be discussed. We’ll cover all the bases, from writing checks to preparing an income statement and closing out accounts. Requirements: Access to an adding machine or a calculator and a printer, and Adobe Flash Player and Adobe Reader (download for free from www.adobe.com/downloads).
ACC A08-300, 1/19-3/11  -     CRN 40327
ACC A08-301, 2/16-4/8    -   CRN 40328
ACC A08-302, 3/16-5/6    -   CRN 40329
ACC A08-303 4/20-6/10   -    CRN 40330

ACCOUNTING FUNDAMENTALS II                        Fee: $109
(ONLINE)                                           In-district Seniors: $70
This course will build on the knowledge you gained in Accounting Fundamentals I, and provide you with a solid understanding of corporate accounting practices. Learn how to analyze transactions and prepare various corporate financial reports. Gain practical experience in working with dividends, plant assets, depreciation, accrued revenue and expenses, retained earnings, stockholder’s equity, and more. Recommended: Completion of Accounting Fundamentals I or equivalent. Requirements: Access to an adding machine or a calculator and a printer, and Adobe Flash Player, and Adobe Reader (download for free from www.adobe.com/downloads).
ACC A09-300, 1/19-3/11   -    CRN 40331
ACC A09-301, 2/16-4/8    -   CRN 40332
ACC A09-302, 3/16-5/6    -   CRN 40333
ACC A09-303, 4/20-6/10   -    CRN 40334

PAYROLL TAX ACCOUNTING*                                Fee: $91
Covers practical applications of payroll tax laws and requirements; includes understanding and preparation of payroll records FICA, unemployment taxes, payroll registers, tax forms, and deposit coupons. A required textbook (approx. $100) is available in the bookstore.
ACC A04-C01, OC/DP, 4 Sat., 4/9, 9 am-12:40 pm  - CRN 41125

MICROSOFT EXCEL FOR ACCOUNTANTS*           Fee: $101
Gain hands-on experience in the accounting applications of Excel. A required textbook is available in the bookstore. This course is eligible for CPE credit.
ACC A03-C01, OC/SK, 4 Tue., 1/18, 6-9:50 pm  - CRN 41120
ACC A03-C02, OC/DP, 4 Thu, 2/17, 6-9:50 pm   -CRN 41122
ACC A03-C03, OC/DP, 8 Tue., 3/22, 8-9:50 pm  - CRN 41124

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Peachtree Accounting

INTRODUCTION TO PEACHTREE                                        Fee: $109
ACCOUNTING 2009     (ONLINE)                  In-district Seniors: $70
Perform your everyday accounting tasks using Peachtree, and save you time, effort, and money by making these tasks easier than doing them by hand and cheaper than paying a professional to do them for you. You’ll be amazed how much easier your business life can become in just six weeks! Course is intended for small business owners. Requirements: Peachtree Complete Accounting 2008 or 2009. Also Adobe Flash Player and Adobe Reader (download for free from www.adobe.com/downloads). Course is not suitable for Macintosh users.
ACC A12-300, 1/19-3/11   -  CRN 40343
ACC A12-301, 2/16-4/8    -   CRN 40344
ACC A12-302, 3/16-5/6    -   CRN 40345
ACC A12-303, 4/20-6/10  -   CRN 40346

ACCOUNTING WITH PEACHTREE I*                Fee: $141
Learn to record accounting transactions for the sales, purchases, payroll, inventory, and general ledger using Peachtree Complete 2003. Home study materials, textbook, and software can be purchased at the bookstore for approximately $95. Students will be required to attend a course orientation on the Des Plaines campus. Date and time to be announced. For more information, please contact Jack Neymark at 847-998-4688. Registration Deadline 1/11/11.
ACC A12-C01, Online, 1/18-2/27 - CRN 41133

ACCOUNTING WITH PEACHTREE II*             Fee: $141
This course assumes recent student experience in the areas of general ledger, accounts receivable, accounts payable, and payroll performed on the software used in this class; Introduces students to the applications that include inventory, budgets, account reconciliation, time tracking, customizing reports, and importing and exporting files. A required textbook is available in the bookstore. This course is eligible for CPE credit.
ACC A16-C01, Online, 3/21-5/1  - CRN 41137

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Accounting with QuickBooks

ACCOUNTING WITH QUICKBOOKS I*          Fee: $101
Course introduces QuickBooks software. Content includes setting up companies, entering payables, writing checks, entering sales, processing discounts, tracking sales tax, collecting receivables, preparing journal entries, generating internal reports, and creating financial statements.
ACC A02-C01, OC/DP, 4 Thu, 1/20, 6-9:50 pm  -    CRN 40114
ACC A02-C02, OC/SK, 4 Tue., 2/15, 6-9:50 pm -    CRN 41106
ACC A02-C03, OC/DP, 4 Sat., 3/5, 9 am-12:40 pm - CRN 41107
ACC A02-C04, OC/DP, 8 Tue., 3/22, 6 -7:50 pm  -    CRN 41109
ACC A02-C05, OC/SK, 4 Fri., 3/25, 9 am-12:40 pm    -  CRN 41110

INTRODUCTION TO QUICKBOOKS                   Fee: $109
(ONLINE)                                        In-district Seniors: $70
Designed for small- to medium-sized business owners. Learn how to set up a chart of accounts; reconcile checking accounts; create and print invoices, receipts, and statements; track payables, inventory, and receivables; develop estimates; and generate reports. Requirements: QuickBooks (or QuickBooks Pro) 2009, or 2010, and Adobe Flash Player, and Adobe Reader (download for free from www.adobe.com/downloads).
ACC A02-300, 1/19-3/11    -   CRN 40323
ACC A02-301, 2/16-4/8      - CRN 40324
ACC A02-302, 3/16-5/6      - CRN 40325
ACC A02-303, 4/20-6/10    -   CRN 40326

ACCOUNTING WITH QUICKBOOKS II*         Fee: $101
Provides intermediate applications of QuickBooks software; includes inventory, budgets, account reconciliation, time tracking, customizing reports, and importing/exporting files. Assume previous experience with payables; receivables and financial statements. Recommended: ACC A02 or previous experience with QuickBooks
ACC A06-C01, OC/DP, 4 Thu, 4/21, 6-9:50 pm   -    CRN 41132

QUICKBOOKS FOR CONTRACTORS               Fee: $109
(ONLINE)                                    In-district Seniors: $70
Designed specifically for the construction industry, QuickBooks for Contractors uses the Premier Contractor Edition of QuickBooks to show how this powerful program may be used to create estimates, progress invoices, and job cost reports. Avoid common mistakes by learning the proper file setup techniques for contractors, and discover the secrets to creating useful and dynamic management reports. Requirements: QuickBooks Premier Contractor Edition 2006 or 2009. QuickBooks Pro 2009. Other QuickBooks versions also will be supported, but a few features discussed in the course may not be available. Please install the software on your computer before the course begins. Also Adobe Flash Player and Adobe Reader (download for free from www.adobe.com/downloads).
ACC A10-300, 1/19-3/11    -   CRN 40335
ACC A10-301, 2/16-4/8     -  CRN 40336
ACC A10-302, 3/16-5/6     -  CRN 40337
ACC A10-303, 4/20-6/10    -   CRN 40338

PERFORMING PAYROLL IN                         Fee: $109
QUICKBOOKS (ONLINE)     In-district Seniors: $70
Preparing payroll in any small business can be a daunting task. Whether you have one employee or 20, the federal and state requirements are often the same! QuickBooks software can be used quickly and easily to process payroll. This course details all the steps needed for proper set-up and even includes troubleshooting tips and solutions for common problems and mistakes. Requirements: QuickBooks Premier and QuickBooks 2009, or 2010. Other QuickBooks versions also will be supported, however some features discussed in the course may not be available. Please install the software on your computer before the course begins. Also Adobe Flash Player and Adobe Reader (download for free from www.adobe.com/downloads).
ACC A11-300, 1/19-3/11    -   CRN 40339
ACC A11-301, 2/16-4/8     -  CRN 40340
ACC A11-302, 3/16-5/6     -  CRN 40341
ACC A11-303, 4/20-6/10    -   CRN 40342

QUICKBOOKS CONSULTING*                  Fee: $273
Course prepares students for QuickBooks ProAdvisor Exam. Previous experience with QuickBooks is not required. Recommended: ACC 153 and basic computer skills.
ACC A15-C01, OC/DP, 16 Mon, 1/24, 6:30-9:40 pm  -  CRN 41135

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