Accounting (Co-operative Education)
About
The objective of this two-year diploma program is to prepare for careers in accounting. The curriculum includes a mix of business and academic courses that provide students with both the practical skills required in accounting and proficiency in business decision-making and analysis.
Graduates of this program who meet the minimum academic entrance requirements will:
- Be able to ladder into the Bachelor of Business Administration in Accounting, and
- Meet the prerequisite requirements for the CPA Canada Advanced Certificate in Accounting and Finance (ACAF).
Co-operative Education
Students who wish to participate in this option must maintain above-average academic standing and demonstrate potential for success in their chosen professional field.
One four-month work term (a minimum of 420 hours) must be completed for a co-op designated diploma. Employers provide co-op instructors with job descriptions to be posted. Students submit their resumes via the co-op instructors who will submit the package to the employer and arrange job interviews. Students are strongly encouraged to start building their professional network and be an active participant in self-marketing in order to source their co-op work placement.
Employers make the hiring decisions and establish the working conditions, salary and benefits. The co-operative education option has proven to be of great benefit to students. Students have the opportunity to apply their knowledge, to develop skills in a practical work setting, and to gain related experience before commencing their professional careers.