Accounting Undergraduate Certificate New England campus experience
Experienced professors
Career-relevant curriculum
Academic and career support
Program Overview Why get an undergraduate accounting certificate on campus?
Enhance your knowledge of accounting principles and practices with an undergraduate Certificate in Accounting from Southern New Hampshire University. Once enrolled, you'll learn how to interpret financial statements and apply key financial and managerial accounting methods.
This program serves as a great first step toward a degree or way to upskill in your current accounting position. Plus, if you decide to continue your education after earning this certificate, its credits can easily count toward SNHU's associate and bachelor's accounting degrees.
Skills you'll learn:
- Accounting, cost accounting and federal taxation knowledge
- Business practices using industry tools and technology
- Effective communication strategies
- Research and data analysis methods
- Strong problem-solving tactics
- Regulatory compliance practices
Courses & Curriculum Add value to your skillset with on-campus undergraduate accounting certificate classes
You'll take 6 courses (18 credits) in general accounting, including taxation, to cover the basics of accountancy as a profession. A variety of written communication and creative thinking exercises are included along with best practices for professional accountancy.
Learn from instructors with industry experience
Our faculty bring with them decades of knowledge and experience in accounting, which informs the development of SNHU's courses and curriculum. They look forward to supporting your journey both in the classroom and as you work toward a career in your field.
Jeremy Glines
Position
Chair, Accounting | Coordinator, VITA Program
Joined SNHU
2014
Education
- MBA and MS in Accounting from Southern New Hampshire University
- BS in Business Administration from the University of New Hampshire
Jeremy Glines began his career at SNHU in 2014 as an adjunct professor and is currently an instructor of accounting and taxation. Glines brings with him a wealth of real-world experience, including several years as controller at Motostar Tire and Auto Products in Merrimack, NH, where he managed a team of 5 accounting department employees. Glines has also served as a tax auditor for H&R Block and Baker, Newman, Noyes, LLC and as staff accountant for Circle Company Associates and Snell Acoustics.
To learn more about SNHU faculty, visit our campus faculty page.
Campus major courses
You’ll take major courses that provide you with a solid foundation in your area of study – in some cases featuring experiential or project-based learning opportunities, labs, simulations and internships. These courses will allow you to learn a wide variety of topics and help prepare you for a role in your desired field.
Courses may include:
Visit the course catalog to view the full Certificate in Accounting curriculum.
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Whether you’re looking to continue to enhance your education or further your career, certificates can help expand your future opportunities.
Career Outlook What can I do with an undergraduate accounting certificate?
An undergraduate accounting certificate provides a solid foundation in accounting principles and practices that can prepare you for entry-level accounting positions or advancement in your current role in accounting, auditing or finance.
Campus Student Experience So, what's it like taking classes on campus?
Taking accounting classes on campus means you can take advantage of high-quality, in-person instruction from an accounting department faculty that includes certified public accountants and certified management accountants with extensive professional experience in public accounting, corporate accounting, executive management and consulting. You could also join SNHU's Accounting Society – a recognized club that allows members to network, meet new people with similar interests and gain a better understanding of the accounting field.
Student support
At SNHU, you'll never have to worry about feeling alone. Here, you’ll have help from your advisors, access to tutoring and office hours, career coaching, and mental health services so you can do your best and feel your best.
Additionally, our Office of Diversity Programs, International Student Services and Campus Accessibility Center make campus an inclusive place for everyone. Visit our Student Services page to learn more about our support offerings.
Small class sizes
With small class sizes, you’ll learn in an environment where professors with real world experience know you by name.
Here, you’re not getting lost in giant lecture halls, but instead, actively participating in thoughtful dialogue where you’re always encouraged to collaborate with your peers and ask questions when they arise.
State-of-the-art facilities
Our 300-acre campus has everything you need. From technology-advanced classroom settings to your dorms complete with fitness centers and hangout spots, our goal is to give you the best college experience possible.
Whether you’re learning in a classroom, in a lab, on the field, or in your field, you’ll have what you need to be successful from the moment you wake up to the moment you close your textbooks.
School of Business Learn about the School of Business
In the School of Business, you’ll tackle real-world business challenges with the help of your experienced professors. From interning with local sports teams to learning the ins and outs of starting your own business, you can hone your skills through peer collaboration, case studies and participating in business competitions. Whether you’re focusing on an organization’s finances, marketing, technology or leadership, you’ll get firsthand experience from day one.
Business simulations
Sales immersion lab
Pitch competitions
How SNHU makes college affordable
At Southern New Hampshire University, we're on a mission to make high-quality education more accessible with more affordable tuition. With 70+ career-focused majors, state-of-the-art facilities, D2 sports and over 70 student clubs and organizations, you can get the campus experience you've always dreamed of at a more affordable price.
This certificate is not eligible for federal financial aid. Students seeking alternatives to federal financial aid can explore tuition assistance, grants and scholarships, as well as private loans. To learn more about private loans, visit our Student Loans page.
Accreditations
SNHU is accredited by the regional accreditor the New England Commission of Higher Education (NECHE). The university also carries specialized accreditations for some programs.
This program and its concentrations are accredited by the Accreditation Council for Business Schools and Programs (ACBSP). Student achievement data can be found on the ACBSP accreditation page.
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