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Intermediate Accounting

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Take the next step in your accounting career with skills in financial statements, cash flow, and CPA exam prep. This program can be combined with the Accounting Fundamentals Certificate.

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Please note:

This specialization program is no longer accepting new students. Current specialization students who had applied prior to this closure may contact our Advising Team via advising@uclaextension.edu for guidance on program completion.

This program is perfect for...

Individuals working in a small or mid-size company that need additional skills to manage assets, reduce risk, and create better reports or statements
Those in a financial role looking to advance their career by expanding their financial understanding and skills
Anyone who has taken our Accounting Fundamentals Certificate and is considering sitting for the CPA exam

What you can learn.

Time value of money, long term assets and liabilities
Stockholders equity and accounting for investments
Accounting for retirement or pension plans
Inventory, leases, amortization and depreciation

Accounting Skills That Add Up

Take your expertise to the next level with our 3-course Intermediate Accounting Specialization—perfect for professionals already working in the field. Build advanced skills in creating and reviewing financial statements, analyzing cash flow, and understanding inventories and depreciation.

This specialization pairs seamlessly with our Accounting Fundamentals Certificate to strengthen your qualifications, boost earning potential, and support your CPA exam preparation. Whether you're aiming for career advancement or certification, this program sets you up for success.

Learn online or in the classroom—on your schedule, at your pace.

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Steps for enrolling and becoming a candidate are provided in this section.

Step 1: Enroll in a Course
Courses in this program are open enrollment and paid for individually. You may take courses without committing to the program.
Step 2: Become a Candidate
Establish candidacy in the program to receive tailored information, lock in course requirements, and access exclusive student benefits. Registration fees vary by program and are listed under Cost and Fees.

Cost and Fees

All courses in this program are paid for individually, unless otherwise noted. An application form is required to establish candidacy in this program. From the 'Apply Now' button, complete the online application and pay the application fee if applicable.
Application and Candidacy Fee
$75
Estimated Textbooks and Materials
$300
Estimated Program Tuition
$2715

Payment Options

  • Not eligible for VA Benefit
  • Federal Financial Aid is not available

Required Courses

MGMT X 120A

Intermediate Accounting Theory and Practice - A

This is the first course in the 3-course Intermediate Accounting sequence and covers the interpretation, use, processing, and presentation of accounting information and the preparation of principal accounting statements.
MGMT X 120B

Intermediate Accounting Theory and Practice - B

This is the second course in the 3-course Intermediate Accounting sequence and covers long-term assets and intangibles, current and long-term liabilities, and stockholders equity.
MGMT X 120C

Intermediate Accounting Theory and Practice - C

This is the third course in the 3-course Intermediate Accounting sequence and covers such complex accounting issues as accounting for investments, revenue recognition, pension plans, leases, and accounting for income taxes.

Stackable options that really add up!

This specialization is part of several stackable specializations available within the accounting and tax disciplines. Utilize these stackable programs to create your own career path, and to acquire marketable areas of expertise.

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