Business Administration - Accounting (ACBU)

Ontario College Advanced Diploma | 6 semesters | Barrydowne Campus

In Cambrian’s advanced diploma program, you’ll benefit from hands-on training in the latest industry software, a placement opportunity,  and multiple pathways to degree programs.

The Business Administration – Accounting program blends traditional lectures with interactive student discussions, formal presentations, individual work, and practical case studies that model the real business world. The program balances an intense focus on accounting with a broad education in other areas of business by combining courses in financial accounting, managerial skills, finance, cost accounting systems, auditing, computerized accounting, and personal and corporate income taxation. A placement in semester six provides additional hands-on experience and opportunities for networking.

Program Highlights

• 3 years – 6 semesters

• Field placement in semester 6

• Hands-on training in the latest accounting software including Sage 50, Profile, and Caseware

• Agreements with universities allows successful graduates to fast-track through a related degree program

Fieldwork/Placement

All Business Administration – Accounting students participate in an unpaid, practical experience in the sixth semester. The placement is arranged by the coordinator of field placement, and students are formally evaluated by their employers. This exposure to the working world enables students to put into practice their recently obtained skills and knowledge.

4D Learning Opportunities              

Tax clinic – Each year, students provide tax preparation services free of charge to Cambrian students.

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How to Apply

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Admission Requirements

For graduates of the new curriculum (OSS): Ontario Secondary School Diploma (30 credits) or equivalent or mature student status, including:

• Any grade 12 English (C) or (U)

• Any grade 11 mathematics (C), (U), or (M)

Recommended

• Computer competency in relevant software

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Program Delivery

2023-2024

This program will be delivered in the following terms:

Fall Term Start

1. SEMESTER 1 Fall 2023
2. SEMESTER 2 Winter 2024
3. SEMESTER 3 Fall 2024
4. SEMESTER 4 Winter 2025
5. SEMESTER 5 Fall 2025
6. SEMESTER 6 Winter 2026

Winter Term Start

1. SEMESTER 1 Winter 2024
2. SEMESTER 2 Spring 2024
3. SEMESTER 3 Fall 2024
4. SEMESTER 4 Winter 2025
5. SEMESTER 5 Fall 2025
6. SEMESTER 6 Winter 2026

For specific term start/end dates and other key dates/deadlines, please see the Academic Schedule posted on our website.

Program of Study for 2023-24 Academic Year 

Plan of Study Grid

Semester 1		Credits
ACC 1045	Introduction to Accounting	3
BUS 1125	Business Professionalism	3
BUS 1146	Introduction to Business Management	3
BUS 1211	Business Mathematics	3
ECN 1101	Microeconomics	3
ENG 1002	College Communications	3
ISP 3026	Spreadsheets for Business	3
	Credits	21
Semester 2
ACC 1050	Financial Accounting	3
BUS 1111	Business Research Methods	3
BUS 1153	CSR and Ethics	3
BUS 1212	Financial Mathematics	3
ECN 1202	Macroeconomics	3
MKT 1204	Foundations of Marketing	3
One General Education course. 1		3
	Credits	21
Semester 3
ACC 1028	Intermediate Accounting I	4
ACC 2321	Introduction to Management Accounting	4
ACC 1060	Accounting Applications	3
BUS 1233	Statistics	3
BUS 2320	Business Law	3
One General Education course. 1		3
	Credits	20
Semester 4
ACC 3502	Introduction to Audit	4
ACC 1027	Personal Taxation	4
ACC 1029	Intermediate Accounting II	4
FIN 1016	Introduction to Finance	3
IND 1011	Indigenous Business and Economics	3
One General Education course. 1		3
	Credits	21
Semester 5
ACC 1114	Corporate Taxation	4
ACC 1130	Intermediate Accounting III	4
FIN 1017	Corporate Finance	4
ACC 1128	Intermediate Management Accounting	4
QMM 1003	Business Analytics	4
	Credits	20
Semester 6
ACC 1030	Business Leadership	3
ACC 3610	Field Placement	7
ACC 1035	Strategy and Governance	4
BUS 1037	Project Management	3
	Credits	17
	Total Credits	120

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For more information regarding General Education courses, click here.

Fees

Tuition and Ancillary Fees

Please see our fees page for the breakdown of tuition and mandatory ancillary fees by program and semester for both domestic and international students.

Books & Supplies

The cost of books and supplies for Year 1 is approximately $1,000. This is the best information available at the time of publishing to the website and is subject to change.

Graduate Options

Employment Opportunities

Graduates can pursue a wide range of excellent career opportunities with financial institutions (banking and finance), public accounting firms, large private and public companies, government agencies, tax preparation and financial planning firms, and retail sector organizations. Graduates are prepared for employment opportunities as:

• General accountants

• Accounting technicians/staff accountants/cost accountants

• Internal auditors

• Small business operators

• Treasurers/financial analysts

Honours Bachelor of Business Administration - Advanced Standing Opportunity

Graduates from this program (or equivalent) meeting a 2.5 GPA requirement are eligible for advanced standing in the Honours Bachelor of Business Administration program and will receive direct entry into Year 3 and have a potential to receive additional transfer credits. 

College/University Degree Opportunities

Graduates from this program may continue their studies at college/university and may receive credit for their prior College education.

Refer to College/University Agreements for further information.