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Business Administration - Accounting (Full -Time)

Description

OVERVIEW
 
Specialize with a challenging and rewarding career in accounting.
 
Earn a flexible diploma that shows you are aware of all areas of business and that you also, have specialized education in accounting. 
Accounting is one of three majors available to Business Administration students. This Ontario College Advanced Diploma program starts with three semesters learning a variety of essential business skills before ultimately deciding on a Major. 
 
The program prepares you for a challenging and rewarding career in the accounting industry. Accounting is often referred to as the backbone of business - businesses need skilled accountants to monitor financial accounts in order to operate effectively and efficiently. 
This program enables you to provide businesses with the complete and accurate financial picture they need to thrive. 
 
Study all major areas of accounting including: 
  • financial accounting 
  • managerial accounting 
  • taxation 
  • financial management 
Practice recording financial transactions, preparing/presenting financial statements, reports and other documents, and using current accounting software. 
 
You may find employment in both the public and private sectors in roles such as: 
  • accounting assistant 
  • accounting associate 
  • accounting clerk 
  • junior financial analyst 
  • junior staff accountant
There are opportunities in a variety of work environments, including: 
  • accounting firms 
  • small- and medium-sized businesses 
  • service organizations 
  • government departments 
  • financial institutions 
Students considering a professional accounting designation are advised to make inquiries with the Chartered Professional Accountants of Ontario (CPA Ontario). 
 
To qualify for this advanced diploma, you must complete the program within eight years.
 
SUCCESS FACTORS
 
This Major is well-suited for students who: 
  • Have strong numeracy skills and can apply, interpret and communicate mathematical information. 
  • Possess critical-thinking skills. 
  • Enjoy solving (business) problems. 
  • Are detail-oriented, organized, and committed to achieving excellence in their work. 
  • Enjoy working in an office environment.
 
Program Eligibility

Please apply to the Business Administration (Core) program - at OCAS under Program Code 0216X09FAO.

 
COURSES: 
 
Level: 01
 
BUS2301     Business Computer Applications        
ECO2305    Microeconomics        
ENL1813     Communications I    
LAW1702    Business Law    
MGT2319    Skills for Academic & Business Success    
QUA0002    Business Mathematics    
 
Level: 02
 
ACC2310    Accounting Concepts I    
BUS2303    Database & Advanced Excel Concepts    
ECO2306    Macroeconomics    
ENL1823    Communications II    
MGT2328    Introduction to Management Fundamentals    
QUA0003    Quantitative Methods I    
 
Level: 03
 
ACC2313     Accounting Concepts II   
BAI2300      Global Business Environment    
FIN2303      Introduction to Finance    
MGT2320    Material and Operations Management    
MGT2381    Human Resources Management    
MKT2317     Marketing    
 
Level: 04
 
ACC2341    Financial Accounting    
ACC2343    Spreadsheet Applications   
ENL1829    The Art of Oratory    
FIN2304     Business Finance    
QUA2343   Quantitative Methods II    
 
Level: 05
 
ACC2344    Taxation    
ACC2353    Intermediate Financial Accounting I   
ACC2354    Managerial Accounting I    
ACC2385    Accounting Software Applications   
 
English General Education Elective: choose 1
 
ENL1725    Canadian Identity    
ENL1726    Symbols, Text and Meaning    
ENL1798    Contemporary Canadian Issues   
ENL1825    Communication Dynamics   
 
Level: 06
 
ACC2355    Managerial Accounting 2    
ACC2363    Intermediate Financial Accounting 2
ACC2367    Business Strategies    
ACC2368    Accounting Capstone Studies    
 
General Education Elective: choose 1
 
Approved Other Electives
 
MGT1000    Approved Course - Other Program Or Major    
MGT1001    Approved Course - Other Program Or Major    
 
Note: Check with the institution regarding start/end dates, prices, and delivery method. These may vary according to program, section, and/or semester.  

Overview

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  • Institution: Algonquin College
  • Program type: Ontario College Advanced Diploma
  • Language: English
  • Program Code: 0216A09FAO
  • Delivery Method: Fully Online/Distance

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Disclaimer:
Check with the institution regarding start/end dates, prices, and delivery method. These may vary according to program, section, and/or semester.