• accounting Courses

One of the best jobs to have in terms of
salary and job prospects. Job growth for
accountants is expected to increase more
than 22 percent over the next five years.
—Cnn money.com
accounting
Courses
Fall 2008
Attend our FREE Information Session
for the Accounting Certificate Program
on August 21.
www.extension.ucdavis.edu/business
Courses speCifiCally DesigneD to
enhanCe your C areer opportunities!
Hiring within the financial sector Who benefits
continues to be among the strongest n■ Anyone wanting to understand
areas of job growth nationwide. Recent modern accounting principles and
changes in accounting law and a new practices
focus on ethical accounting practices are n■ Business and franchise owners who
fueling the market. A recent report by want to strengthen their business
the Bureau of Labor Statistics indicates n■ Bookkeepers and accounting clerks
that the accounting field will grow who want to advance to a higher
an estimated 22 percent by the professional level
year 2012. n■ Accountants and employees respon-
The UC Davis Extension Accounting sible for accounting functions who
Certificate Program provides a working want to acquire specific knowledge
understanding of accounting principles of individual accounting subjects
n■ Public sector, nonprofit employees
and financial reporting practices, and
it will help you gain the knowledge and board members of nonprofits
n■ Individuals who need to meet financial
necessary to enter the accounting
field or develop the financial business accountability standards
management skills you already have.
Certificate requirements
This program will enhance your profi-
ciency in accounting-related functions Participants will be awarded a Certificate
to improve your business management in Accounting upon the successful
skills or to work in a variety of public, completion of 16 required units and
private and non-profit accounting seven to eight elective units of designated
positions. Specifically, it will: course work. Courses are typically
n■ Prepare you to interpret and present offered in the evening. It is possible to
financial statements complete the program in one year.
n■ Provide you with the skills to make
These courses count toward the educa-
credit, investment and management
tional requirements to sit for the CPA
decisions using financial analysis
exam or fulfill continuing education
n■ Help you understand the methods
CMA requirements. For more informa-
needed to analyze and interpret data
tion about the CPA license, visit www.
n■ Teach you the accounting principles
dca.ca.gov/cba/.
to develop, manage and expand
business
UPDATED!
Certificate Program in Accounting
QuArterly SCheDule of CourSeS
reQuIreD CourSeS (16 units) #units f W SP Su
Principles of Financial Accounting 4 n n
Principles of Managerial Accounting 4 n
Financial Statement Analysis 4 n
Intermediate Accounting 4 n
eleCtIVe CourSeS (8 units) #units
Auditing 4 n
Accounting for Governmental and
Nonprofit Organizations 4 n
Individual Income Taxation 4 n
Business Law 3 n
F=Fall W=Winter SP=Spring SU=Summer
aCCounting Courses
You may take these courses individually or as part of the Accounting Certificate Program.
Business Law Principles of Financial
3 quarter units academic credit, X407.5. Accounting
30 hours MCLE credit. 4 quarter units academic credit, X407.4.
Explore the legal environment in which Examine accounting theory, principles
businesses operate. Examine various areas and practice through a combination of
of the law integral to the operation of lectures, readings and class exercises.
businesses today, such as contracts, torts Learn about accrual account concepts,
and negligence; product liability; consti- transaction analysis, and recording and
tutional law as it applies to business; and processing (journals and ledgers) meth-
federal and state civil procedures. Gain a ods. Gain an in-depth understanding of
better understanding of employment laws; the preparation and analysis of financial
the U.S. legal system; criminal law; law of statements (income statements, balance
agency; contracts, including Article II of sheets and cash-flow statements); sales
the Commercial Code; bankruptcy; and and cost of sales; inventory valuation;
the legal principles applicable to the dif- depreciation of operational assets;
ferent forms of business entities. Business accounting for investments; and liability
owners, managers, accountants, parale- and present value concepts.
gals and all those seeking to enhance their
understanding of the legal system benefit. Required textbook: Financial Accounting,
6th edition, by Weygandt, Kieso, and
Required textbook: Business Law Today Kimmel, ISBN 9780470128848.
8th edition, by Miller and Jentz, ISBN
9780324654554. DAnIel roSS, CPA, is president
of the Daniel R. Ross Accountancy
Brett SChoel, J.D., has been a senior Corporation, a firm he founded in 1987,
associate at the law firm of Schuering, which specializes in tax, business advi-
Zimmerman, Scully, Tweedy & Doyle sory, accounting and financial planning
in Sacramento since 2002. Schoel was a services. Ross also teaches seminars
cryptologic linguist and technical report through SCORE, a resource partner
writer while in the U.S. Air Force. He with the Small Business Administration.
belongs to the Maryland, Virginia, District His past experience includes working for
of Columbia, California and Nevada Bar Price Waterhouse Co.
Associations. He is a graduate of George
n■ 12 meetings.
Washington University Law School.
n■ Sept. 18-Dec. 18: Thurs., 5:40-9 p.m.
n■ 10 meetings. (no meeting Oct. 23 or Nov. 27).
n■ Sept. 10-nov. 19: Wed., 6-9 p.m. (no n■ Sacramento: Sutter Square Galleria,
meeting Oct. 1). 2901 K St.
n■ Sacramento: Sutter Square Galleria, n■ $675 ($725 if postmarked after
2901 K St. 09/04/2008). enroll in section
n■ $625 ($675 if postmarked after 082ACC101.
08/27/2008). enroll in section
082ACC162.
FREE INFORMATION SESSION
accounting Certificate program
Hiring within the financial sector continues to be among the strongest areas of job growth nationwide.
The UC Davis Extension Accounting Certificate Program provides you with working knowledge of ac-
counting principles and financial reporting practices, and helps you build a solid foundation to enter the
accounting field or further develop the financial business management skills you already have. If you’d
like to advance to a more professional level or are seeking to understand general financial management
better, please plan to attend our free information session to learn more about career trends, program
content and format, and to meet our instructors and staff.
Aug. 21: Thurs., 5:30-7 p.m.
Sacramento: Sutter Square Galleria, 2901 K St.
Enroll in section 081OPE100.
Individual Income Also of interest . . .
Taxation
4 quarter units academic credit, X456.5. Effective Meeting
Facilitation
Gain the practical knowledge you need
to apply tax laws when preparing tax 1.5 quarter units academic credit, X435.2.
forms and helping your clients plan their Facilitate meetings that are energizing,
processes. Examine the most current productive and efficient. Learn the basic
laws affecting capital gains and losses, strategies essential for meeting facilita-
adjustments to gross income, itemized tors and project managers.
deductions, tax credits and payments, n■ 2 meetings.
and estimated taxes. Learn about sole n■ Sept. 9-16: Tues., 8:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m.
proprietorship and small business n■ Sacramento: Sutter Square Galleria,
taxation, as well as real property 2901 K St.
transactions, with an emphasis on n■ $485 ($535 if postmarked after
issues relating to all aspects of indi- 08/26/2008). enroll in section
vidual taxation. Knowledge of current 081BSA161.
federal income tax laws as they relate to n■ Special discounts: Groups. SHRM &
individual income taxation is critical for SAHRA.
accountants.
Required textbook: Federal Taxation Investments in Personal
Basic Principles, 2009 edition, by Financial Planning
Smith, Harmelink, Hasselback, ISBN 3.5 quarter units academic credit, X420.4.
9780808018605.
Examine various investment categories
Prerequisite: Principles of Financial used by financial planning practitioners.
Accounting or an equivalent course.
n■ 10 meetings.
lynn ChAu, M.S., has almost 15 years n■ Sept. 18-nov. 20: Thurs., 5:30-9 p.m.
of experience working for the California n■ Sacramento: Sutter Square Galleria,
Franchise Tax Board. Her tax expertise 2901 K St.
focuses on individual, multi-state and n■ $695 ($745 if postmarked after
pass-through entities. 09/04/2008). enroll in section
082Per474.
n■ 12 meetings.
n■ Special discounts: FPA members.
n■ Sept. 22-Dec. 8: Mon., 5:40-9 p.m.
n■ Sacramento: Sutter Square Galleria,
Estate Planning
2901 K St.
n■ $675 ($725 if postmarked after
3.5 quarter units academic credit, X420.9.
09/08/2008). enroll in section Learn what all accountants, trust officers,
082ACC150. attorneys and financial planners need to
know to solve estate planning problems.
n■ 10 meetings.
n■ Sept. 15-nov. 17: Mon., 5:30-9 p.m.
n■ Sacramento: Sutter Square Galleria,
www.extension.ucdavis.edu/business 2901 K St.
n■ $695 ($745 if postmarked after
09/01/2008). enroll in section
082Per479.
n■ Special discounts: FPA members.
ORDERINg TExTbOOkS FOR yOUR ClASS
Required textbooks should be ordered either through an online bookstore or at an area bookstore prior to the class start date.
n■ Order your book directly from the UC Davis Bookstore in Sacramento. You can reach the UC Davis Bookstore at (916) 734-3452 or visit
them at 2270 Stockton Blvd., Sacramento.
n■ Order from a commercial bookstore in your area.
n■ Order your book from an online bookstore. We encourage you to try an online service, such as www.bestbookbuys.com, which searches
multiple online bookstores for the best price and availability. Other ideas for online bookstores:
n amazon.com n barnesandnoble.com n computerbooksonline.com n bigwords.com
Before ordering, check the course info at www.extension.ucdavis.edu/business for the latest updates on book titles. You should order your book
at least two or three weeks in advance. For comments or concerns, please contact us at (530) 757-8777 or www.extension.ucdavis.edu/contactus.
 TWO FREE EVENTS
personal financial planning Career night
Please join us and explore career opportunities in the field of financial planning. Co-sponsored by
UC Davis Extension and the Financial Planning Association of Northern California, this free event
brings together those interested in pursuing a career in financial planning with successful financial
planning firms and advisors.
As the fastest growing and one of the most rewarding professions in the nation, financial planning
continues to provide a great career path. In fact, the U.S. Department of Labor projects an increase
of 41 percent through 2016!
Bring your resume to share, or just come to find out more about this fulfilling career. Registration
begins at 5 p.m., so come early to enjoy refreshments, meet our staff and:
n explore financial planning as a career transition as well as its various tracks
n learn about internship opportunities with professional financial planning practices
n find out about educational requirements needed to sit for the CFP® Certification Examination
n learn about networking opportunities with area professionals
n listen to knowledgeable panelists speak about how they attained their own career goals
If you have questions, please call UC Davis Extension at (530) 757-8895.
R e s e Rve yo u R s eat to day!
Aug. 19: Tues., 5:30-8:30 p.m.
Enroll in section 081PER500.
Sacramento: Sutter Square Galleria, 2901 K St.
personal financial planning Certificate program information Session
If you’re considering a career in financial planning or just want to improve your own personal
investment skills, you won’t want to miss this free information session for UC Davis Extension’s CFP®
Board Registered Personal Financial Planning certificate program.
Please plan to attend and meet with our staff, faculty and industry leaders to discuss and learn
about CFP® edcucational requirements; the certificate program content; course sequence and
focus; career trends; and answers to frequently asked questions. This program is registered with
the Certified Financial Planner Board of Standards, Inc.
R e s e Rve yo u R s eat to day!
Aug. 25: Mon., 5:30-7:30 p.m.
Enroll in section 081OPE300.
Sacramento: Sutter Square Galleria, 2901 K St.
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may be deductible if they maintain or improve professional skills or meet the express
requirement of an individual’s employer. Contact a certified public accountant for
more information, or visit www.irs.gov/taxtopics.
If your plans change
Refunds, less a $30 processing fee, will be granted if the request is received before the
second class meeting. At that time, you can also discuss transferring your enrollment to
another program or sending a substitute. Requests for withdrawal without a refund must
be received before the last meeting of the course. Requests for withdrawals or refunds
may be made by phone, fax or in writing. Please include the student’s name, course title
and course section number. For information about other alternatives, call UC Davis
Extension at (800) 752-0881.
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For specific program information, call the Business & Management Unit at
(530) 757-8895, email businessinfo@unexmail.ucdavis.edu,
or visit our Web site.
www.extension.ucdavis.edu/business
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