Professional Accounting

Credential
Certificate
Duration
2 years
Delivery
Full-time
In-person
Online
Start Date
January
May
September
Study Type
Continuing Studies

Outcomes & Objectives

Professional Accounting Certificate

Graduates of the Professional Accounting Certificate program will be able to integrate accounting with general business and information technology tools to maximize their contribution to the success of any organization.

Students will learn:

  • Introductory and Intermediate Financial Accounting
  • Management Accounting
  • Finance
  • Economics
  • Law
  • Statistical Analysis
  • Communications (Oral and Written)
  • Information Systems

The Professional Accounting Certificate fulfills 7 of 12 prerequisites for entry to the CPA Professional Education Program (CPA PEP). The remaining 5 prerequisites can be completed through the Advanced Accounting Certificate.

Professional Accounting Certificate program graduates are able to compete in a broad range of career opportunities in all areas of industry, government/non-profit and public practice.

Graduates are qualified for positions related to:

  • Accounting
  • Financial Management
  • Taxation
  • Auditing
  • Finance
  • Business Consulting