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The online Accounting Diploma introduces students to the basic principles and technical skills associated with accounting.  Topic include accounting principles, income taxes, payroll accounting, and computerized accounting.  Graduates have the skills needed for entry-level positions in accounting.

The online Associate in Applied Science in Business Administration is designed to introduce students to the various aspects of the free enterprise system by providing students with a fundamental knowledge of business functions, processes, and an understanding of business organizations in the global economy.  Courses teach business concepts such as accounting, business law, economics, management, and marketing, along with the study of computer applications, communication, team building, and decision making.  Graduates are prepared for employment in government agencies, financial institutions, and large or small businesses or industries.

The online Business Administration Diploma introduces students to the fundamental knowledge of business functions and processes.  Courses include management, accounting, computers, marketing, business law, and introduction to business.

The online Computerized Accounting Certificate is designed for those interested in learning more about accounting software applications and for those who wish to upgrade their present skills.  Emphasis is placed on the application of accounting principles through the usage of accounting software packages and spreadsheets.

The online General Accounting Certificate introduces accounting techniques that prepare students or employees to better understand bookkeeping and financial data.  This short-term program emphasizes the application of accounting principles, taxes, and spreadsheets.

The online General Business Certificate is designed to meet specific individual needs by allowing students to choose those courses needed for current jobs, future employment, or general interests.  This option will also benefit any business which needs specialized training for employees in management, general business, accounting, or computers.  Courses include Introduction to Business, Principles of Management, Principles of Accounting Finance, and Human Resource Management.

The online Microsoft Office Certificate is designed for students currently employed or seeking work in a computer environment that uses Microsoft Office.  Students who successfully complete this program will have a working knowledge of the individual programs Word, Excel, Access, and PowerPoint and will be able to move data between each program to have a fully integrated system.

The Associate in Applied Science in Information Technology from Western Piedmont Community College is an online information technology degree for those interested in careers in this field.  This degree prepares students to work with database services, security, business intelligence, healthcare informatics, and more depending on what direction you choose to take your degree.  Courses teach you to create, store, communicate, exchange, and use information to solve technical issues related to information support and services with a majority of the courses depending on the career direction you choose.  All students will be able to apply problem solving and logic skills to information technology issues and to design and manage secure networks.  Whatever business you decide to work in, you will be able to design and implement technical solutions to optimize the business’s processes.  Graduates are ready to begin entry-level positions with businesses, education systems, and governmental agencies that rely on computer systems to manage information.

You can train to assist in the legal field with the Associate in Applied Science in Paralegal Technology from Western Piedmont Community College. The online paralegal degree explores such subjects as:

• Family law
• Real estate
• Office management
• Wills, estates, and trusts

Through the online paralegal associate’s degree program, you also study mathematics, English, and computer use. Graduates find employment in banks, insurance agencies, government agencies, and private law firms.

You can learn about our criminal legal system with the Criminal Justice Certificate from Western Piedmont Community College. The online criminal justice program offers courses in such topics as:

• Corrections 
• Juvenile justice
• Law enforcement operations
• Court procedure and evidence