Program Overview
This certificate program provides the essential skills you need to navigate accounting in business or office settings. It covers core courses in applied accounting, budget and financial reporting, and accounting software. Upon completion, you will qualify for entry-level accounting roles such as junior accountant, accounting clerk, or payroll specialist. The certificate aligns with industry demands and prepares individuals to contribute effectively in various accounting environments.
Program Outline
Degree Overview:
This certificate consists of five key accounting courses that provide you with the skills to handle the accounting requirements of a business or office. Learn the basics of applied accounting, budget and financial reporting, and specialized accounting software. This certificate is ideal for careers as a junior accountant, payroll clerk, accounting technician, accounting clerk, bookkeeper, and junior financial analyst.
Outline:
Required Courses:
- Microsoft Excel - Introduction: Learn the basics of Microsoft Excel.
- Financial Accounting - Introduction: Learn the fundamentals of accounting concepts and examine overall accounting operations including planning, controlling, budget preparation, and...
- Budget and Financial Reports: Work towards your Canadian Payroll Association certification, or just become more proficient in managerial accounting reports.
Elective Courses:
- QuickBooks Introduction: Learn how to use this popular integrated accounting software for small- and medium-sized businesses.
- Sage 50 Premium Accounting Level I: Learn how to use this popular integrated accounting software package for small and medium-sized companies.
Careers:
This certificate is ideal for careers as a junior accountant, payroll clerk, accounting technician, accounting clerk, bookkeeper, and junior financial analyst.
Other:
Keyboarding skills with a minimum of 15 words per minute are recommended.
