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Key business decisions are based on the financial information provided by accountants. Is the business successful? What is its true financial condition? Financial records say a lot about a business or other type of organization. The Business – Accounting option will give students the skills to handle a variety of accounting situations. As part of a management team, graduates will help gather, organize and analyse financial data, administer accounting systems, and advise on accounting problems. Courses in the first two semesters will introduce students to accounting principles. They will also take courses in marketing, human resources management, math, and business to provide themselves with a solid foundation for their chosen career. During the third and fourth semesters, subjects started in the first year will be expanded and new ones will be added. Students will also practice accounting procedures using both manual and computerized accounting software programs. Upon graduation, students may choose to continue their studies to obtain the Certified General Accountant (CGA) professional accreditation. Many Northern College graduates have applied the credits obtained in the Accounting program toward the professional CGA designation. The Canadian Payroll Association and the Canadian Institute of Bookkeeping also recognize these Northern College courses. Employment Opportunities Graduates will find employment in business and industry, accounting firms, non-profit organizations or government agencies often at rewarding levels of responsibility. Admission Requirements Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD) Or equivalent. Or mature student status (an applicant who does not have a high school diploma or equivalent, and will have reached the age of 19 years on or before the start of the program). Mature students must undergo academic testing prior to admission into a program. Call the Admissions Office at 705-235-7222 for more details. Note: Academic prerequisites for this program may be obtained free of charge through Academic Upgrading. Refer to the Post-Secondary Preparation section in this calendar for more details. Program of Studies Semester I Semester II Semester III Semester IV For program information: Haileybury Campus Kirkland Lake Campus and Contact North Porcupine Campus |
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