Northern’s three-year Accounting diploma program will propel the student’s career in accounting by taking him or her through in-depth study and practice. This is a solid Accounting program with a special focus on giving students the technical know-how and practical experience in various accounting procedures and systems. Students will start by building a strong foundation in traditional accounting skills before moving on to computerized accounting applications.

In the first year, students will complete a series of core courses covering different functional areas of business administration. These courses will equip them with the basic business and communication skills demanded by business.

Employers look for hands-on experience even when hiring recent graduates. So, once into their second year, students will take highly specialized and practical accounting courses. The courses feature assignments that simulate real-life applications of accounting principles and techniques.

Students’ education will be broadened by other practical business courses aimed at developing management skills.

In the sixth semester, students will go on a six-week business work placement to practice what they have learned and to gain valuable work experience, all the while networking with potential employers.

Upon graduation, students may pursue professional accounting accreditation such as the Certified General Accountant (CGA) designation. They will be able to apply the credits obtained in Northern's Business Administration - Accounting program towards the professional CGA designation. The Canadian Payroll Association and the Canadian Institute of Bookkeeping also recognize these courses.

Employment Opportunities

Typical jobs include general accountant, accounting technician, cost accountant, or internal auditor for both government and industry. Students may also apply their combined studies in accounting and business to other areas, such as accounts receivable/ payable, inventory control, payroll, credit/ collections, capital asset management, accounting information systems, etc. in profit and non-profit organizations.

Admission Requirements

Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD)
Grade 12 English (C, M, U)
Grade 12 Math (C, M, U)

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
AC1004 Accounting I
BU1133 Introduction to Business Management and Organizational Behaviour
CM1903-A Communications I
GN1082 College Success (CK/HL/KL)
IN1013 Computer Applications I (CK/HL/KL)
IN1093 Computer Applications for Business and Technology (PC)
MA1004 Mathematics of Finance I
MR1033 Introduction to Marketing I

Semester II
AC2004 Accounting II
BU2003 Human Resource Management I
CM2903-A Communications II (PC)
IN2013 Computer Applications II (CK/HL/KL)
EL1003 Elective I
IN2313 Software Applications II (PC)
MA2033 Mathematics of Finance II
MR2014 Introduction to Marketing II

Semester III
AC3004 Accounting Applications I
AC3033 Accounting III
BU3013 Macroeconomics
BU3043 Purchasing and E-Procurement
CM3103 Report Writing I
IN4143 Database

Semester IV
AC4004 Intermediate Accounting I
AC4034 Management Accounting I
AC4053 Financial Management I
BU4013 Microeconomics
CM4102 Report Writing II
MA4004 Business Statistics I

Semester V
AC5005 Intermediate Accounting II
AC5033 Management Accounting II
AC5053 Financial Management II
AC5064 Taxation
BU5003 Operations Management
GN2133 Law and Ethics

Semester VI
AC6004 Intermediate Accounting III
AC6033 Accounting Applications II
BU6003 Investments
BU6021 Business Placement
IN6334 Information Systems
MA6033 Business Statistics II

For program information:

Haileybury Campus
Gerry Bilodeau
Program Coordinator
705-672-3376 ext. 8822
bilodeaug@northern.on.ca

Kirkland Lake Campus and Contact North
Michael Studd
Program Coordinator
705-567-9291 ext. 633
studdm@northern.on.ca

Porcupine Campus
Wendy Charlebois
Program Coordinator
705-235-3211 ext. 2243
charleboisw@northern.on.ca