Accounting - Certificate of Completion

NMSU Alamogordo 2026-2027 Catalog

This certificate prepares students with skills in accounting principles and knowledge, and provides the basic foundations for employment in accounting occupations.

A grade of C- or better is required in all courses.

Total Credits Required for Certificate: 30

Prefix Title Credits
ACCT 1150QuickBooks3
ACCT 2110Principles of Accounting I3
ACCT 2120Principles of Accounting II3
ACCT 2170Payroll Accounting3
BCIS 1110Introduction to Information Systems3
BCIS 2310Spreadsheets and Data Analysis3
BLAW 2110Business Law I3
BMGT 208Business Ethics3
BUSA 1110Intro to Business3
MGMT 2110Principles of Management3
Total Credits30

NMSU Alamogordo 2026-2027 Catalog

A Suggested Plan of Study - Accounting Certificate of Completion

Additional classes may be needed based on placement test results and course prerequisites. Visit with an advisor for help with creating a customized plan.

A grade of C- or better is required in all courses.

Plan of Study Grid
First Year
FallCredits
ACCT 1150 QuickBooks 3
ACCT 2110 Principles of Accounting I 3
BCIS 1110 Introduction to Information Systems 3
BMGT 208 Business Ethics 3
MGMT 2110 Principles of Management 3
 Credits15
Spring
ACCT 2120 Principles of Accounting II 3
ACCT 2170 Payroll Accounting 3
BCIS 2310 Spreadsheets and Data Analysis 3
BLAW 2110 Business Law I 3
BUSA 1110 Intro to Business 3
 Credits15
 Total Credits30