Business - Accounting
Program Overview
Humber’s Business – Accounting diploma program provides you with a well-rounded accounting education with training in accounting procedures and theory, taxation, business law, information systems, and management. You’ll gain hands-on experience in industry-standard software including Profile (personal tax), Access, Excel, Power BI, QuickBooks, SAGE 50 Accounting (formerly known as Simply Accounting) and SAGE Accpac Plus.
You will learn accounting from industry-connected faculty who are committed to providing you with practical, hands-on accounting training to help you get ahead. Our program’s versatile range of courses helps you develop broad-based business skills including human resource administration, business writing, macroeconomics and finance. You may choose to study for four consecutive semesters if you wish to accelerate your path to graduation.
At any time, you can transfer to the three-year Business Administration – Accounting advanced diploma program. If you transfer to the 3-year advanced diploma in your second semester, you would be eligible to apply for a spot within the optional co-op program.
Outside of the classroom, our accounting programs are supported by our state-of-the art Accounting Centre.
Semester 2 |
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| ACCT 151: Introduction to Accounting 2 |
| ACCT 152: Computerized Accounting: Simply |
| ACCT 153: Cost Accounting 1 |
| BMGT 205: Human Resources Administration |
| WRIT 200: Workplace Writing Skills |
| Select 1 from the following courses |
| GNED : General Elective |
Semester 3 |
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| ACCT 203: Introduction to Income Tax |
| ACCT 205: Intermediate Financial Accounting: Part A |
| ACCT 252: Cost Accounting 2 |
| BECN 150: Microeconomics (Business) |
| BSTA 200: Business Statistics |
| Select 1 from the following courses |
| GNED : General Elective |
Semester 4 |
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| ACCT 204: Computerized Accounting: Accpac Plus |
| ACCT 290: Field Experience - Accounting Diploma |
| BECN 200: Macroeconomics (Business) |
| Select 3 from the following courses |
| ADG : Accounting Degree Stream |
| Select 3 from the following courses |
| BOOK : Bookkeeping Stream |
Upon successful completion of the program, a graduate will:
Record financial transactions in compliance with Canadian Generally Accepted Accounting Principles for sole proprietorships, partnerships, private enterprises, publicly accountable enterprises and non-profit organizations.
- Prepare and present financial statements, reports and other documents in compliance with Canadian Generally Accepted Accounting Principles for sole proprietorships, partnerships and private enterprises.
- Contribute to recurring decision-making by applying fundamental management accounting concepts.
- Prepare individuals’ income tax returns and basic tax planning in compliance with relevant legislation and regulations.
- Analyze organizational structures, the interdependence of functional areas, and the impact those relationships can have on financial performance.
- Analyze, within a Canadian context, the impact of economic variables, legislation, ethics, technological advances and the environment on an organization’s operations.
- Outline the elements of an organization’s internal control system and risk management.
- Contribute to recurring decision-making by applying fundamental financial management concepts.
Work Placement
You will put your accounting knowledge and skills into practice during the 84-hour business placement component of this program. Students find the placement with support from the business placement advisor who provides students with direction and assistance in the development of resumés and job search techniques.
Humber Advantages
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Your Career
Throughout this program, you will develop practical and thorough knowledge of accounting practices, related technology applications, business analytics and soft skills required to help find employment after graduation. You can pursue career opportunities in accounts payable, accounts receivable, credit and collections, budget analysis, general/financial accounting, cost/management accounting, inventory control, payroll accounting, and tax preparation.
Your solid understanding of current accounting practices and ability to use the latest accounting software will make you marketable in a competitive marketplace and allow you to excel at helping organizations manage and strengthen their financial well-being.
Professional Accreditations & Recognition
Chartered Professional Accountants of Ontario (CPA Ontario)
The program helps to prepare students to pursue an Ontario Chartered Professional Accountant designation. Specific courses of this program may be recognized for prerequisite course requirements for admission into the CPA Professional Education Program.
Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA)
The program is recognized by the Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA) as an accredited program and receiving some academic exemptions for ACCA qualification.
Students are encouraged to stay informed about the current requirements by visiting: https://www.accaglobal.com/gb/en/help/exemptions-calculator.html
Certified Professional Bookkeepers of Canada
Graduates may apply to become member candidates of the Certified Professional Bookkeepers of Canada.
Additional requirements may apply.
Note: The requirements for the additional credential(s) are determined by the granting body, which is independent from the College. Students are encouraged to obtain the specific requirements directly from the granting body before enrolling.
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