Our Accounting and Payroll Administration Diploma program equips you with a comprehension of both manual and digital accounting payroll systems, as well as the ability to apply this knowledge to business settings. The curriculum will help you gain the confidence and experience necessary for a successful accounting and payroll administration job by combining classroom theory with practical hands-on practise.
We provide a flexible program delivery that allows you to study at your own pace while also offering the opportunity to participate in live lectures during the week to connect with your instructor.
We understand that remote learning can sometimes feel isolating, which is why we ensure that you are never alone in your educational journey. Our dedicated instructors and education team are always available to support you through various communication channels, including video calls, discussion boards, and more.
PROGRAM LENGTH
| Theory | 700 hours |
| Practical Hours | 80 hours |
| Total Hours | 780 hours |
ELIGIBILITY
Canadian high school graduation or equivalent, or mature student status plus successful completion of entrance assessment and admissions interview.
Admissions Requirements
Speak to Admissions at 204-558-9023 for all upcoming start dates or write to us at ashleyl@commonwealtheducationgroup.ca
In this course, students will learn how to use Microsoft Excel to create and format spreadsheets that will assist in business decision making, financial planning and data analysis. By the end of this course, students will have the ability to create, format, edit, print and save worksheets that have headers/footers, images, and charts.
Upon completion of this course, students will have the knowledge and skills necessary in order to:
In this course, students will build on the skills learned in Excel Essentials. Students will gain practical experience in the use of Excel for formulas, calculations and analysis. By the end of this course, students will be able to successfully use Excel as a tool for completed accounting tasks and financial decision making.
Excel Essentials or a successful Prior Learning Assessment
Upon completion of this course, students will have the knowledge and skills necessary in order to:
Confidently utilize Excel as a tool for completing accounting tasks
In this course, students will be introduced to basic accounting principles and procedures associated with the role of an administrator. Throughout this course, students will have many opportunities to practice skills such as recording transactions, completing financial statements and preparing accounting documents for a company.
Upon completion of this course, students will have the knowledge and skills necessary in order to:
In this course, students will learn the basic theory and application of financial accounting. This course will provide students with an introductory understanding to reading, analyzing and creating various financial statements, understanding the concepts and procedures that make up the accounting cycle and the relevance of financial information aligned with real world contexts.
Upon completion of this course, students will have the knowledge and skills necessary in order to:
In this course, students will build on the foundation of knowledge acquired through Financial Accounting 1. Through the use of real-world examples, students will continue to develop their proficiency and knowledge in topics such as the development and understanding of financial statements and the application of concepts and procedures related to the accounting cycle.
Upon completion of this course, students will have the knowledge and skills necessary in order to:
In this course, students will gain a solid foundation on the knowledge and skills required to successfully complete managerial accounting. The course will use real-life examples to hep illustrate how managerial accounting principles would be implemented to make decisions and guide planning within an organization.
Upon completion of this course, students will have the knowledge and skills necessary in order to:
In this course, students will become familiar with the Quickbooks Accounting software. This software, geared towards small-medium sized businesses is a cloud based system that supports business payments, management of funds, payroll, and more. Using knowledge from previous courses on accounting principles, this course will guide students on how to reproduce accounting documents and financial tracking into a digital and accessible format.
Upon completion of this course, students will have the knowledge and skills necessary in order to:
In this course, students will develop an understanding of Tax Preparation, for both individuals and businesses. This course will prepare students for completing Canadian Federal tax documents, by providing a strong foundation knowledge in topics such as income sources, taxpayer obligations, capital gains and other key topics.
Upon completion of this course, students will have the knowledge and skills necessary in order to:
In this course, students will gain both a theoretical understanding and opportunities for practical application of payroll knowledge. Students will be introduced to payroll legislation, withholding calculations, contractual obligations for different stakeholders and accounting as it pertains to the payroll process. Upon completion of this course, and ample career experience, students may be able to challenge the Canadian Payroll Association Exams.
Upon completion of this course, students will have the knowledge and skills necessary in order to:
In this course, students will gain practical knowledge of how to effectively communicate as a professional in the business world. Students will have the opportunity to practice crafting professional written messages, for internal and external business use.
Upon completion of this course, students will have the knowledge and skills necessary in order to:
In this course, students will have the opportunity to engage in content related to self-discovery and career exploration. Students will take time to look deeper into their own personal goals, beliefs and values in an effort to align themselves with future career opportunities. This course takes a very hands-on approach to preparing students for entering the job market.
Upon completion of this course, students will have the knowledge and skills necessary in order to:
The capstone project requires students to integrate the knowledge and skills acquired throughout the program with practical application. The capstone project also provides an opportunity to demonstrate initiative, ethical reasoning, research skills, mastery of the subject matter, and a deeper understanding of the relation of the specialized subjects to the broader discipline of accounting.
| Registration Fee | : | $275.00 CAD |
| Tuition Fee | : | $10519.40 |
| Training Completion Fund (TCF) | : | $52.60 CAD |
| Total Fees | : | $10,847.00 CAD |
| Start Date | End Date |
| July 29, 2024 | April 18, 2025 |
| September 2, 2024 | May 16, 2025 |
| September 30, 2024 | June 13, 2025 |
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