Accounting (Co-operative Education)

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:

1. Be able to ladder into the Bachelor of Business Administration in Accounting, and
2. Meet the prerequisite requirements for the CPA Canada Advanced Certificate in Accounting and Finance (ACAF).

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.

To obtain a Diploma in Accounting (Co-operative Education), students will be required to attain 66 credits.