Diploma in Business - Accounting

Georgian College - ILAC

Canada,Ontario

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24 Months

Duration

CAD 14,150/year

Tuition Fee

CAD 100

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Canada, Ontario

Type: College

Location Type: Urban

Founded: 1967

Total Students: 12,488 +

Int. Students: 6,300 +

Campus Detail

Main Campus Address

120 Bloor St E, Toronto, ON M4W 1B7, Canada

Diploma in Business - Accounting

Program Overview

An accounting education helps you to understand “the numbers” which is critical to the success of every type of business. If you are a logical thinker and enjoy the challenge of unravelling the mystery of numbers then this program is for you. In this increasingly complex and competitive business environment, accounting skills are very much in demand.

The program provides a foundation in all of the functional business areas and a comprehensive education in specific accounting practices and theory. Through a strong focus on application, students develop the skills needed for success in the business world; analytical thinking, problem solving, communication and teamwork. Students graduate ready to enter the workforce and support the accounting activities of any organization.

Program learning outcomes
The graduate has reliably demonstrated the ability to:

  • Record financial transactions in compliance with Canadian Generally Accepted Accounting Principles for sole proprietorships, partnerships, private enterprises, publicly accountable enterprises and non-profit organizations;
  • Prepare and present financial statements, reports, and other documents in compliance with Canadian Generally Accepted Accounting Principles for sole proprietorships, partnerships and private enterprises;
  • Contribute to recurring decision-making by applying fundamental management accounting concepts;
  • Prepare individuals’ income tax returns and basic tax planning in compliance with relevant legislation and regulations;
  • Analyze organizational structures, the interdependence of functional areas and the impact those relationships can have on financial performance;
  • Analyze, within a Canadian context, the impact of economic variables, legislation, ethics, technological advances, and the environment on an organization’s operations;
  • Outline the elements of an organization’s internal control system and risk management;
  • Contribute to recurring decision-making by applying fundamental financial management concepts;
  • Develop strategies to assist an entrepreneur in making sound business decisions applicable to accounting, finance and taxation;
  • Employ environmentally sustainable practices within the profession.