SNHU’s graduate certificate in accounting is a first step toward a variety of professional certifications. Completion of the certificate may lead to new career opportunities in public and private accounting. All courses taken in the certificate program may be applied toward an M.S. in accounting. Students will study: • cost behaviors and alternative cost systems for management planning and control. • theory and practice of financial accounting that adhere to Generally Accepted Accounting Principles. • the audit process, from engagement planning to performing the financial audit. • advanced topics in accounting. • the theory and practice of federal income taxation of individuals.