Accounting, Business Administration
Program Overview
Humber’s Business Administration – Accounting advanced diploma program covers a number of areas including accounting theory, procedures and best practices. Detailed instruction is provided in bookkeeping, auditing, taxation, business law, data analytics, information systems, finance and management. You’ll gain hands-on experience in industry-standard software such as Profile (personal and corporate tax), Access, Excel, PowerBI, SAGE 50 Accounting (formerly known as Simply Accounting) and Accpac Plus. You will learn accounting from industry-connected faculty who will provide you with practical, hands-on accounting training to help you get ahead. Our program’s versatile range of courses helps you to also develop broad-based business skills including human resource administration, business writing, macroeconomics and finance.
Outside of the classroom, our students are supported by our full-time dedicated help resources in the Humber 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 5 |
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| ACCT 312: Income Tax 2 |
| ACCT 322: Auditing 1 |
| ACCT 360: Advanced Financial Accounting |
| BISM 201: Business Systems |
| BSTA 320: Quantitative Methods |
| MKTG 111: Marketing Fundamentals |
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 strategic decision-making by applying advanced management accounting concepts.
- Prepare individuals' and Canadian-controlled private corporations’ income tax returns and individuals’ basic tax planning in compliance with relevant legislation and regulations.
- Analyze and evaluate organizational structures and the interdependence of functional areas, and contribute to the development of strategies which positively impact financial performance.
- Analyze and evaluate, within a Canadian context, the impact of economic variables, legislation, ethics, technological advances and the environment on an organization’s operations.
- Analyze and evaluate an organization's internal control system, taking risk management into account.
- Contribute to strategic decision-making by applying advanced financial management concepts.
- Co-ordinate the planning, implementation, management and evaluation of team projects by applying project management principles.
Work Placement
Optional Co-op Work Placement Program
There are a limited number of spaces for students to mix co-op work experience with their academic learning in alternating semesters through an optional co-op program. This co-op program is structured to include from one to three co-op work terms taking place between academic terms. Participation in the co-op program may increase time to complete the diploma by one to three semesters. The optional co-op program provides students with an opportunity to gain valuable experience. Co-op work opportunities are not guaranteed, as the job placement opportunities are competitive. Applications to the co-op program are accepted only from students in Semester 2.
Students not selected for co-op placements will complete the standard 84-hour work placement course in their final semester. Through this course, they will put their accounting knowledge and skills into practice. Students find a placement with support from the business placement advisor who maintains a roster of placement opportunities and provides students with direction and assistance in the development of resumés and job search techniques.
The Humber Advantage
There is no better place to focus on an education in accounting than at the Longo Faculty of Business at Humber. Our experienced faculty combined with an industry-focused curriculum and renowned industry partners put our program among the very best. Benefit from program specific resources like "The Accounting Centre" and challenging case studies.
The Accounting Centre is a resource available to all students enrolled in accounting courses. Students provide assistance with textbook concepts, homework questions and an overall understanding of course material from 1st to 6th semester.
Supported software packages:
Simply Accounting Profile - T1 & T2 Plus ACCPAC
Your Career
Toronto is the second largest financial service centre in North America, and our diploma can help you enter this exciting market. Your practical and intensive training will make you an in-demand candidate for a career in accounts payable, accounts receivable, cost accounting, general ledger accounting, general accounting, credit and collections, inventory control, payroll accounting, internal/external auditing, financial planning and analysis, financial accounting, management accounting, tax preparation, and compliance managing.
Through our program, you will gain deep knowledge about current business administration and accounting practices including International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS), and you will be up-to-date on relevant accounting software. You’ll be prepared to make a difference in the financial well-being of organizations in both the private and public sector.
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.
Program Availability
An Invaluable Experience
Watch the video to hear students' experiences working with case studies and how it helped improve many of their skills.
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Mon, July 11, 2022
To help combat the emerging talent crisis the program recently scaled up efforts to recruit the best and brightest students through the creation of a Talent Pipeline Fund.
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The Story of Devotion Behind The Franca Giacomelli Scholarship for Dedication, Achievement and Service
Mon, July 11, 2022
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Business Administration Grad Shares His Humber Journey to Career Success
Tue, January 05, 2021
Now working in the finance field, Business Administration alumnus Camilo Abuabara speaks about his career success and how choosing an education at Humber helped ignite his passion for business.
Accounting Alumni Pursue CPA Designation
Wed, December 02, 2020
We are pleased to announce that two Business Administration – Accounting students have completed the Chartered Professional Accountants exams.
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HOW TO APPLY
ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS
POST-ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS
EQUIPMENT & DEVICE REQUIREMENTS
FEES & SCHOLARSHIPS
PATHWAYS
CONTACT US
Post-Admission Requirements
Once you have been accepted, and have confirmed your offer, you may need to complete a further set of requirements related to your program (Post-Admission Requirements).
Students are required to have a PC laptop.
Students are required to have a PC laptop and access to MS Office including Word, Excel, Powerpoint and PowerBI. Consideration of the length of battery life is also important as in class time, examinations can extend to more than three hours. Recommended (optional): an external wireless mouse and an external plugin number pad to facilitate speed of accounting related functions.
Equipment & Device Requirements
| Details and Specifications | Minimum Specs | Recommended Specs |
| Processor | Dual-core processor | Quad-core processor |
| OS | Windows 10 or iOS | Windows 10 |
| Memory | 8GB of RAM | 16 GB of RAM |
| Storage | 100 GB HDD | 512 GB SSD |
| Monitor | Laptop computer (not a notebook such as Chromebook, or a tablet) recently purchased; last 18 months | |
| Other | Built-in-WiFi, a microphone, and a webcam | Built-in WiFi, microphone, and a webcam |
Contact Information
Catherine Duffy, program co-ordinator
416.675.6622 ext. 4597
catherine.duffy@humber.ca
Fees
The 2022-2023 fee for two semesters was:
- domestic: $3,759.88
- international: $16,394.00
Fees are subject to change.
Scholarships
Humber Scholarships
Find out more about scholarships and bursaries that you may be eligible for, visit Student Scholarships. International students can visit International Student Scholarships.
Humber Bursaries
Bursaries are available for Certificate, Diploma and Degree programs primarily based on financial need, visit Humber Bursaries.
External Awards, Bursaries & Scholarships
Find out more information about external scholarships and bursaries, visit External Awards.
Indigenous Student Awards, Bursaries & Scholarships
Humber offers a variety of bursaries and scholarships for Indigenous students, visit Indigenous Student Awards.
Explore Opportunities through Humber Pathways
Humber Pathways include:
- Opportunities to build on your college education and complete your diploma or degree at Humber.
- Degree and graduate study opportunities at other institutions in Ontario, Canada and abroad.
How to Apply
Applications to Humber are made through ontariocolleges.ca. Be sure to submit your application by the equal consideration deadline of February 1. You may apply after February 1, however, post-February 1 applications will be considered on a first-come, first-served basis depending on the availability of the space in the program. To check program availability refer to the Campus/Availability listing on Humber's program pages or ontariocolleges.ca.
INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS
If you’re an international student, you can apply directly to Humber via our International Centre.
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