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Business - Accounting

Campus:

South Campus - Windsor (B010)
Thames Campus - Chatham (K150)

Program Length:
Two Year - Ontario College Diploma

Starts:
September and January

Contact:
Windsor
Warren Beck
(519) 972-2727 ext. 4336
wbeck@stclaircollege.ca
Chatham
Barb Chapple
(519) 354-9714 ext. 3310
bchapple@stclaircollege.ca

ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS
OSSD with the majority of courses at the College(C), University (U), University/College (M) or Open (O) level qualify for admission to this program.

Mature students - See Admission Procedures for details.

PROGRAM GOALS
The Business - Accounting two-year program provides students with a solid background in accounting and bookkeeping from a broad business perspective. Graduates of this program are proficient in various accounting, income tax, and spreadsheet software packages.

PROGRAM HIGHLIGHTS
  • Up-to-date computer labs using the latest accounting software.
  • Exemptions from the Certified General Accountant (CGA) program of study.
  • Smooth transition to three year program.
EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES
Graduates of this program are prepared for entry level positions as accounting clerks, bookkeepers or accounting trainees. The positions are generally in small and medium sized businesses, the not-for-profit sector or government offices.

DEGREE COMPLETION
Students may opt for one additional year to complete the Business Administration - Accounting program.

Depending upon academic achievement, graduates may be granted some credits toward the Certified General Accountants (CGA) Association program of professional studies. Graduates may also receive credits toward a degree with participating universities including the University of Windsor and Davenport University. See University Transfer Agreements for details.

Additional Agreements: ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
  • Program Physical Demands Analysis: B010 / K150
YOUR INVESTMENT
Fees are subject to adjustment each year. The standard tuition and compulsory fees for 2011 are as follows:

Total 1st Year Tuition and Compulsory Fees

$3,172.69 (Windsor)
$3,122.69 (Chatham)
Books & expendables per semester
$600 - $800

For a breakdown of tuition and other compulsory fees for Canadian, U.S. and International students, see Tuition & Fees.

DIPLOMA REQUIREMENTS
Code
Credit
Course Name
Semester 1
ACC110
3
Accounting Concepts I
BUS108
3

Introduction to Canadian
Business
ECN110
3
Macro Economics
COM200
3

Communication & Today’s
Workplace
MIC111
2
Computer Applications I
MTH146
4
Math of Personal Finance

Semester 2
ELEC1030
3
Choose an Elective
ACC210
3
Accounting Concepts II
ECN210
3
Micro Economics
MIC211
2
Computer Applications II
MRK202
3

Introduction to Canadian
Marketing
MTH237
3
Statistical Concepts
Code
Credit
Course Name
Semester 3
ACC316
3
Advanced Spreadsheeting
ACC320
3
Cost Accounting
ACC326
3
Accounting Software Applications
ACC328
4
Intermediate Accounting I
ACC335
3
Canadian Income Tax I
MGN310
3
Organizational Behaviour
ELEC1030
3
Choose an Elective

Semester 4
ACC420
3
Management Accounting I
ACC426
3
Computer Accounting II
ACC428
4
Intermediate Accounting II
ACC435C
3
Canadian Income Tax II
ACC444
3
Financial Management I
MGN320
3
Management Principles
ELEC1030
3
Choose an Elective


Last updated 10/3/2011