Business Administration - Accounting

Program Overview

Conestoga College's Business Administration - Accounting program equips students with advanced accounting skills, managerial abilities, and practical experience through co-op placements. Graduates are prepared for intermediate-level accounting positions and can pursue further education or professional designations like the CPA. The program emphasizes problem-solving, critical thinking, and industry-standard software proficiency.

Program Outline

Business Administration - Accounting Program at Conestoga College

Degree Overview:

Overview:

• The Business Administration - Accounting program at Conestoga College is a three-year advanced diploma program designed to equip students with the knowledge and skills needed for careers in intermediate-level accounting positions and prepare them for advancement to managerial positions.
• The program focuses on advanced financial accounting, managerial skills, cost-accounting systems and controls, computerized accounting, and income tax knowledge.
• Students gain practical experience through the use of up-to-date labs and gain familiarity with current versions of accounting software and other business software.

Objectives:

• Train students for intermediate-level accounting positions.
• Provide students with the fundamentals needed for advancement to managerial positions.
• Develop strong technical skills in advanced financial accounting, managerial skills, cost-accounting systems and controls, computerized accounting, and income tax knowledge.
• Prepare students for success in the workplace by providing them with practical experience through the use of up-to-date labs and familiarity with current accounting and business software.

Program Description:

• The Business Administration - Accounting program combines theoretical knowledge with practical application through case studies, simulations, projects, and industry-standard software.
• The program emphasizes problem-solving and critical thinking skills, while also developing strong communication and teamwork abilities.
• Students participate in co-op placements, gaining valuable real-world experience and developing professional networks.
• Graduates are eligible to apply to the third year of Conestoga College's Bachelor of Applied Business - Accounting, Audit and Information Technology degree program.

Outline:

Year 1:

• Financial Accounting I & II
• Managerial Accounting I & II
• Income Tax I & II
• Introduction to Business
• Economics
• Business Communications
• Introduction to Spreadsheets
• Introduction to Databases

Year 2:

• Cost Accounting I & II
• Advanced Financial Accounting I & II
• Auditing I & II
• Business Law
• Management Information Systems
• Business Statistics
• Computerized Accounting I & II
• Co-operative Education I

Year 3:

• Advanced Cost Accounting
• Corporate Finance
• Government Accounting
• Not-for-Profit Accounting
• Personal Financial Planning
• Business Ethics
• Business Strategy
• Co-operative Education II

Assessment:

• A variety of assessment methods are used in the program, including:
• Exams
• Assignments
• Projects
• Presentations
• Case studies
• Co-op work term assessments
• The weighting of each assessment method varies depending on the course and the specific learning outcomes being assessed.

Teaching:

• The program is taught by experienced faculty with industry experience and expertise in accounting.
• A variety of teaching methods are used, including:
• Lectures
• Tutorials
• Workshops
• Case studies
• Simulations
• Group projects
• Online learning
• The program also emphasizes hands-on learning through the use of labs and industry-standard software.

Careers:

• Graduates of the Business Administration - Accounting program can pursue careers in a variety of accounting fields, including:
• Staff Accountant
• Junior Accountant
• Accounts Payable/Receivable Clerk
• Bookkeeper
• Financial Analyst
• Budget Analyst
• Auditor
• Many graduates also pursue further education in accounting or related fields.

Other:

• The Business Administration - Accounting program has a strong reputation in the industry and is recognized by professional accounting bodies.
• The program is also accredited by the Association of Canadian Chartered Accountants (ACCA).
• Graduates of the program are eligible to write the Uniform Final Evaluation (UFE), the final exam to become a Chartered Professional Accountant (CPA) in Canada.
• The Business Administration - Accounting program is offered at Conestoga College's Kitchener - Doon campus.
• The program is offered in both full-time and online formats.
• The start date for the September 2024 intake is September 5, 2024.
• The program length is three years.
• The tuition and fees for the program can be found here: https://www.conestogac.on.ca/business-administration-accounting