Governmental Accounting Certificate

Prepare for government and public-sector accounting careers.

DEGREE:

Certificate

LOCATION:

Hybrid, Online

TIME REQUIRED:

21 hours

Course Requirements

The Governmental Accounting Certificate provides students with foundational and advanced accounting knowledge focused on government and public-sector applications. Designed especially for non-accounting majors, the certificate helps students develop skills that support careers with state and local government agencies, including positions with the Commonwealth of Kentucky.

What You'll Learn in this Certificate

Develop knowledge of financial, managerial and governmental accounting principles while gaining exposure to auditing, taxation, forensic accounting and public-sector financial reporting. Students learn the accounting practices used by government agencies and public organizations while strengthening analytical and decision-making skills.