Undergraduate in Public Accounting

Description

The Undergraduate Degree in Public Accounting (SNIES 108027) of the International University Foundation of La Rioja is 100% virtual, you will develop your skills to understand the principles and standards of accounting, as well as to interpret financial information and information assurance.

You will learn how to carry out adequate risk management and financial and non-financial control processes, in private and government entities at the national and international level. The use of ICT as a means to support and facilitate processes will be essential in your development of skills and professional, as well as in relationships with ethics and social responsibility that implies for the professional to be a depository of public trust.

You will acquire theoretical and practical knowledge about accounting, finance, taxation, business organization, banking, auditing and taxation, among others. In addition, this Undergraduate course deals with other fundamental subjects in the economic, legal, mathematical and statistical fields.

The Undergraduate Degree in Virtual Public Accounting of the International University Foundation of La Rioja is focused from the digital field with the learning of accounting tools such as SIIGO, the most standardized administrative and accounting software in Colombia. Emphasizing the ethical profile and corporate social responsibility of the public accountant.

We train public accountants to understand figures and data, implement changes through strategic planning, internalize the economic environment at the macro and micro level with solutions based on real situations and cases, as well as project upcoming scenarios for companies.

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Define your own learning path

Become professional with the Foundation's Undergraduate Degree in Public Accounting through case studies, seminars, practical workshops and teamwork. The program includes a complementary training area where you can expand your knowledge according to your interests and / or needs, which allows you to define your own learning path.

Train yourself to present yourself to the main certifications

The Undergraduate Degree in Public Accounting provides you with the necessary training so that, together with your subsequent professional experience, you can take the main certifications that accredit financial professionals, such as:

• Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA)
• Financial Risk Manager (FMR)
• European Financial Advisor (EFA)
• Certified Internal Auditor (CIA)
• Regional Official of Accounts Auditors (ROAC) for the external audit

In addition, at the end of the Undergraduate you will obtain a solid base to apply for any position in a Public Body.

Why study the Foundation's Undergraduate Degree in Public Accounting

Companies increasingly need to have experts who lead financial management, with knowledge about budget control, the preparation of treasury and capital budgets, and the valuation of investment projects.

Therefore, studying this virtual Undergraduate at the Foundation you will obtain skills in accounting and financial information, administrative accounting, economics, finance and financial management, taxes, auditing and assurance, information technology, ethics, corporate governance, risk management and internal control. ; business laws and regulations, business and organizational environment, and business and management strategy. In addition, you will have the ability to:

• Understand and apply the financial information standards, the Public Accounting Regime, other information standards in force in Colombia, international financial information standards, as well as other relevant standards.
• Prepare a diagnosis of the situation and results of the company, identify and diagnose business problems to offer assertive and reasonable solutions.
• Interpret reports that include non-financial data, to participate assertively in the planning and sustainable development of companies.
• Develop the processes for calculating costs and results.
• Hold high-level positions and / or lead processes in organizations of the public or private sector.

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Methodology

The study method of the International University Foundation of La Rioja - UNIR is flexible, personalized and effective. The methodology is based on live virtual classes and personal tutor to offer the best training.

At the International University Foundation of La Rioja-UNIR we offer a successful pedagogical model that is based on these pillars:

• Live virtual classes: there are classes scheduled every day of the week, in the morning and in the afternoon, so that each student can attend class when it suits them best.
• Deferred virtual classes: if you cannot attend a class or have doubts, you can access all your classes deferred. You can see them whenever you want and as many times as you need.
• Personal Tutor: You will be assigned a personal tutor on the first day. He will be in contact with you by phone and by email. Your tutor will support you in your day-to-day life, guide you through the educational process and resolve any doubts that may arise.
• Virtual Campus: here you will find everything you need to study at the Foundation. Classes, teachers, colleagues, the library, teaching resources, schedules, chat, forums and much more.
• Didactic resources: you will have access to different learning resources to complete your training, such as complementary readings, diagrams with key ideas, masterclasses, self-assessment tests, etc.

Professional outings

The Public Accountant has a wide and multiple field of action, therefore the graduates of the Public Accounting program of the International University Foundation of La Rioja will be able to enter the labor market in a competitive and ethical way, either through employment relationships in private or public organizations or through independent professional practice. He may work in the following occupational areas:

• General Manager, Director or Senior Executive (CEO) in public and private organizations.
• Financial Manager, Administrative and Financial Director, Cost and Budget Manager.
• Accountant in private or public companies.
• Comptroller General, Auditor, Statutory Auditor.
• Accounting, Financial and Tax Consultant and Advisor.
• Investigator, Forensic Auditor.
• Quality Reviewer, Partner or team member of an Audit firm.