Conestoga College

Course Details

Advanced Diploma in Business Administration - Accounting Accelerated

Course Description

This accelerated program is offered over two calendar years and provides the same learning outcomes as the three-year advanced diploma program. It is ideal for those who are interested in bridging into the Accounting, Audit and Information Technology (AAIT) degree program. Graduates would receive credit for the first two years of the AAIT degree program if they maintain a 70% overall average and upon completion of two small additional course modules. Diploma graduates would normally start in September and complete two work co-op terms. Graduates with work experience may also receive credit towards one or two work terms. The program provides the knowledge and skills necessary for a career in an intermediate-level accounting position, along with the fundamentals necessary for advancement to managerial positions. Graduates of this program are able to apply computer, communication, and mathematical skills and employ management accounting techniques to support accounting activities, including the maintenance of accounting records and the preparation of financial statements and individual and corporate tax returns. In addition, graduates are able to perform a variety of more complex functions, including applying principles of financial analysis and planning and control; using analytical and evaluation skills to support a variety of management functions; and collaborating in the design of an organization's system of internal control. The Certified General Accountants Association of Ontario recognizes many of the courses in this program for credit toward their professional accounting designation (CGA).

Course Duration

NumberDuration
3year

Career outcomes

Graduates find employment in intermediate accounting positions and have developed the fundamental skills required to advance to managerial positions. The Certified General Accountants Association of Ontario (CGA) recognizes many courses in this program for credit towards their professional accounting designation. Graduates may find work in a broad range of employment settings in all sectors of business and industry including banks and other financial institutions, government offices, public accounting firms, small business, self-employment, tax preparation firms, and financial planning firms. 85% of 2013-2014 graduates found employment within 6 months of graduation. Their average starting salary was $34,545.




Advanced Diploma in Business Administration - Accounting Accelerated Conestoga College