University Certificate in Accounting (Co-op)

About

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 in Accounting program allows graduates to earn a business degree that prepares them to obtain a professional accounting designation in Canada (CPA designation). In Canada, a degree is required for acceptance into the accounting designation. The Accounting offers courses in financial and management accounting, tax, audit, finance, economics, and other core business functions such as marketing and operations and information management, satisfying the undergraduate requirements of the accounting designation. Applied projects and assignments to ensure graduates acquire the practical skills valued by employers. A large offering of courses in Richmond, Surrey, and Langley during the day and evenings for Fall, Spring and Summer semesters to ensure maximum flexibility in schedules. 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. Many of the courses included in this program are articulated with other universities and colleges for ease of course transferability to and from KPU. Students in the Accounting Certificate have the options of pursuing entry-level positions or continuing their education with diploma and degree studies leading to a professional accounting designation. 

Career Path 

Career opportunities are numerous, diverse, and often lucrative for BBA Accounting graduates. More than 90% of Accounting graduates find career opportunities within six months of graduation. Some career path includes Budget Analyst, Banker, Internal Auditor, Forensic Accountant, Bookkeeper, Payroll Clerk, Billing Supervisor, Loans Officer, Personal Trust Officer, Credit Analyst, Audit Firm Manager, Billing Coordinator, Bookkeeper, Accounting Clerk, Accounts Payable/Receivable Assistant, Payroll Assistant, Junior Accountant (Co-op Placement), Financial Services Intern, Corporate Accounting Assistant, Banking Operations Trainee, Government Finance Clerk.