Certificate in Accounting
Description
The Accounting Certificate program prepares graduates for entry-level bookkeeping and accounting positions in the work force, or to pursue an Accounting Diploma.
The Certificate program includes an intense concentration of introductory and intermediate courses in financial and management accounting, one course in math, one course in finance, and two courses in tax. The Accounting Certificate is carefully aligned with the requirements of the Bachelor of Business Administration in Accounting (BBA), Accounting Diploma and the CPA accounting designations.
Introductory financial accounting is a prerequisite for other required accounting courses making it necessary to study for at least three semesters to earn all required credits for an Accounting Certificate.
Faculty's website: kpu.ca/business
Department's website: kpu.ca/business/accounting
Admission Requirements
The Faculty's Admission Requirements, which consist of KPU's undergraduate English Proficiency Requirement, apply to this program.
Curricular Requirements
Students must complete 30 credits that include:
| Code | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| Select one of the following groups: | 3-6 | |
| Group A | ||
| Introductory Financial Accounting I | ||
| Introductory Financial Accounting II | ||
| Group B | ||
| Accelerated Introductory Financial Accounting 1 | ||
| ACCT 2235 | Introductory Taxation | 3 |
| ACCT 3310 | Intermediate Financial Accounting I | 3 |
| ACCT 3320 | Cost and Management Accounting I | 3 |
| ACCT 3380 | Managerial Finance | 3 |
| ACCT 3410 | Intermediate Financial Accounting II | 3 |
| CBSY 2306 | Accounting Systems and Advanced Reporting Applications | 3 |
| CMNS 1140 | Introduction to Professional Communication | 3 |
| Select one of the following: | 3 | |
| Business Mathematics | ||
| Differential Calculus | ||
| Calculus for Life Sciences I | ||
| Calculus I (Business Applications) | ||
| Total Credits | 27-30 | |
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Students may earn a maximum of 6 credits from ACCT 1110, ACCT 1210 and ACCT 2293. Students that complete only ACCT 2293 must complete one elective course for 3 credits.
Credential Awarded
Upon successful completion of this program, students are eligible to receive a Certificate in Accounting.
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