Planning to transfer to a four-year school? Oakton's associate degrees with pre-majors set you up with courses that will be the foundation for your future bachelor's degree.
Do you want to get training and start a career? We offer many Associate of Applied Science degrees that provide you the tools you need to enter the field as soon as you graduate.
Looking to gain specific skills quickly? Our certificate programs offer short-term training in diverse fields. Or, you can explore our continuing education non-credit programs.
Certificate, Online
Certificate, Online
This comprehensive certificate encompasses skills in the following areas: communications, accounting, math, computer applications, management, marketing and human relations. Graduates will be qualified for entry-level business positions.
Employment in business and financial operations occupations is projected to grow 7 percent from 2021 to 2031, about as fast as the average for all occupations, adding about 715,100 new jobs.
Location(s): Online, Skokie Campus, Des Plaines Campus, Evanston
Associate Degree, Online
Oakton's Accounting curriculum is designed to prepare you for employment in an accounting position upon completing the degree or certificates. In the Accounting program, you'll learn about various aspects of accounting and become familiar with the most commonly used accounting technology.
The employment of accountants and auditors is projected to grow six percent from 2021 to 2031, about as fast as the average for all occupations. Source:Bureau of Labor Statistics
This is a comprehensive program that encompasses financial accounting, accounting technology, managerial accounting, taxation, and business ethics. Graduates will be eligible for a variety of accounting jobs, including staff accounting, accounts payable, general ledger, payroll, or income tax preparation.
Location(s): Online, Skokie Campus, Des Plaines Campus
Certificate, Online
This certificate provides extensive practice in general accounting procedures, including training in Microsoft Excel, QuickBooks and cloud accounting systems. Graduates will be qualified for jobs in accounts payable, credit and collections, general ledger, payroll or other staff accounting positions.
This program prepares students for positions as administrative assistants. Graduates gain strong skills in computer applications, written communications, and office procedures.
This certificate is a 36 credit hour program in which you'll gain skills with Microsoft Word, Excel, Powerpoint along with classes that focus on the Principles of Management and Financial Accounting.
The Emeritus Program offers a variety of courses geared toward the needs of "the student that wasn't born yesterday", including intellectually engaging experiences with expert speakers and lecturers for the 55+ student.
This certificate is intended for students who are interested in expanding their knowledge and skills beyond CNC machine operation, setup, and programming. Students will acquire essential skills for a professional CNC programmer, such as industrial design and CAD. Additionally, students will learn about industrial robotics and Programmable Logic Controllers (PLC), which are integral parts of modern CNC operations.