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Undergraduate Certificate in Accounting

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Earn an online accounting certificate and take your career to the next level

Behind every successful business is a strong financial foundation. From balancing budgets to ensuring tax compliance, accounting professionals play a key role in keeping companies running smoothly. Whether it’s managing payroll, analyzing financial statements, or preparing tax filings, businesses rely on skilled accountants to make informed decisions.

With our Undergraduate Certificate in Accounting, you’ll explore the fundamentals of the field while working with industry-standard accounting tools and emerging tech like artificial intelligence. Plus, you’ll build practical skills that can be applied across industries, giving you the knowledge to take the next step in your career:

  • Gain hands-on experience with industry tools used in modern accounting. Boost your skills using software like Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Dynamics to help prepare you for the workplace.

  • Build knowledge in financial principles. Develop a foundation in reporting, tax principles, cost management, and compliance.

  • Apply accounting skills to real-world work. Learn to prepare financial statements, manage budgets, and analyze financial data to support business decision-making.

  • Explore how AI is shaping today’s accounting practices. Leverage AI tools to categorize expenses, track transactions, create reports, and review financial records for accuracy.

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  • 01 Curriculum
  • 02 Accreditation
  • 03 Careers
  • 04 Ways to save
  • 05 FAQs

What you’ll learn in our accounting certificate program

In our Undergraduate Certificate in Accounting program, you’ll build a foundation in accounting principles and learn to track finances using industry-standard accounting tools. Plus, you’ll develop essential skills used in areas like bookkeeping and accounts payable.

Financial reporting

Understand the principles behind financial statements and learn how to develop the reports and statements businesses rely on.

Accounting technology and tools

Work with Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Dynamics to organize financial data and automate accounting processes.

AI for accounting

Use AI tools to process accounting data more efficiently, identify patterns that inform financial decisions, optimize financial dashboards, and create data visualizations.

Taxation and regulatory compliance

Develop a working knowledge of federal tax laws, reporting requirements, and compliance standards to help businesses maintain financial integrity.

Managerial accounting

Apply managerial and cost accounting strategies, including budgeting and analysis of budgeted versus actual variances.

Business-focused problem-solving

Solve complex business problems using numerical and qualitative data.

Undergraduate Certificate in Accounting classes and credits

Classes

8

Credits

24

Semesters

21

Build skills in financial reporting, taxation, and accounting technology in online accounting classes like:
ACCT456
Accounting Information Systems with AI
COMP121
Computer Applications with AI for Business
ACCT326
Federal Tax Accounting I
ACCT212
Financial Accounting
ACCT360
Managerial Accounting

Learn more about the courses and details of this degree in our program guide.

 

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Your program perks
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Project-based learning: Apply accounting principles by completing the accounting cycle and preparing a full set of financial statements based on a month of common business transactions.
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Financial analysis practice: Gain experience by selecting a company and analyzing its financial statements, helping you develop real-world analytical skills.
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Industry-leading learning modules: Some courses in our program feature elements from Becker Professional Education, a leader in accounting education, allowing you to gain exposure to today’s most relevant accounting principles.

Stack your learning and build your success

Earn a credential that builds your skills now — and supports your education in the future. Qualifying credits from this program may be applied toward several of our bachelor’s programs:2

By stacking your credentials here at DeVry, you can strengthen your resume, expand your knowledge, and keep moving forward — one step at a time.

 

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Accreditation matters

Being accredited means we’ve met rigorous quality standards and are committed to giving you the education you deserve. Our accreditations and recognitions include:

  • The Accreditation Council for Business Schools and Programs: Our Undergraduate Certificate in Accounting is accredited by ACBSP, acbsp.org, demonstrating it has met standards of business education that promote teaching excellence. Learn more about program outcomes and student achievement.3

  • The Higher Learning Commission (HLC): DeVry University is accredited by HLC, www.hlcommission.org. Our Keller Graduate School of Management is included in this accreditation.

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Explore your accounting career path

An online accounting certificate may help you gain knowledge applicable to entry-level accounting roles across many industries. Depending on your experience and education, you may pursue positions such as:

  • Accounts payable clerk

  • Accounts receivable clerk

  • Bookkeeper

  • Budget analyst

  • Payroll clerk

Ways to save

Discover options that can help make your education more affordable.

Scholarships and grants

Save money with a variety of scholarship and grant opportunities.4

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Transfer credits

Your hard work matters: Learn how to transfer your qualifying credit hours.

Review transfer credits 

Employer reimbursement

Find out if your employer offers tuition savings or reimbursement.

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Military and veteran benefits

Learn about savings for veterans, active-duty U.S. military members, and their spouses.

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Frequently asked questions

Is it worth getting an accounting certificate?

Yes! Earning an Undergraduate Certificate in Accounting here at DeVry can help you develop foundational skills in financial reporting, budgeting, and tax regulations. You’ll gain hands-on experience with industry-standard accounting tools and AI technologies, helping you build confidence with real-world applications and job expectations.

Plus, if you’re looking to continue your education, qualifying credits you earn may be applied toward a related degree,2 such as a Bachelor's in Business Administration with an Accounting Specialization, keeping you on track for future growth.

What skills do you need for entry-level accounting?

Entry-level accounting roles require a mix of technical knowledge and analytical skills to help businesses manage financial records and transactions accurately. Employers often look for people who can prepare financial statements and work with accounting software. Attention to detail and problem-solving skills are also important for identifying and resolving discrepancies.

At DeVry, our Undergraduate Certificate in Accounting helps you develop these essential skills through hands-on learning.

How much does an accounting certificate cost?

The cost of your accounting certificate program depends on a few factors, like how many credits you take with us, any applicable prior learning credit or qualifying transfer credits, and other factors, like scholarships or grants you apply and qualify for.4

To learn more about tuition cost per credit hour, visit our tuition page.

Can you become an accountant with a certificate?

An accounting certificate program can help you build foundational skills in financial reporting, budgeting, and tax preparation, which may be useful for entry-level roles. If you are looking to advance further in the field, you may consider applying your qualifying credits from your Undergraduate Certificate in Accounting toward a Bachelor’s in Accounting2 to continue your academic growth.

How fast can I get an accounting certificate?

You can earn your accounting certificate online with us in as little as 8 months on an accelerated schedule.1

How do I apply to DeVry?

Applying is quick and easy:

  1. Talk to an admissions representative: Fill out a brief form, and we’ll reach out to walk you through the process.
  2. Submit your application: We’ll take you through the application over the phone. If you prefer, you can apply online. It only takes 5-10 minutes.
  3. Enroll in your first courses: Once you have applied and are accepted, we’ll help you build your schedule.

Learn more about admissions.


12 semesters in 8 months assumes full-time continuous enrollment in 12 credit hours per semester.

2At the time of application to the next credential level, an evaluation of qualifying transfer credit occurs, and the most beneficial outcome is applied. Future programmatic changes could impact the application of credits to a future program at DeVry. Refer to the academic catalog for details.

3Conferral and Assessment data for all of DeVry and Keller's ACBSP-accredited programs. For a full list of DeVry University's business and accounting degree programs accredited by ACBSP, please see our Accreditation page.

4Scholarships are available to those who apply and qualify. Visit our scholarships page to learn about requirements and restrictions. Scholarship and grant terms and eligibility conditions are subject to change.