Business - Accounting - 316 - 356
OSAP Eligible
Overview
Program Highlights
- Students will gain experience in industry standard software including Quickbooks online, UFile tax preparation software, basic and advanced Microsoft Excel.
- Gain hands-on experience through an optional one year co-op program offering.
- Option to transfer into the third year of the Business Administration - Accounting Advanced Diploma upon graduation.
- The program offers transferability options to degree granting institutions where students can work toward their Chartered Professional Accountant (CPA) designation.
- Learn from faculty with professional designations including members of the Chartered Professional Accountants (CPA) of Ontario who bring their real-life experiences to the classroom.
- Employment opportunities in various roles and in all industries. See where you can work upon graduation.
What you'll learn
- Students will learn the role of accounting as an information system for planning and controlling business operations.
- The two-year Accounting program is structured to give the student both theoretical training and practical experience in accounting procedures and systems to prepare students for careers in accounting.
Admission
Admission
Domestic and International student admission requirements
- OSSD or equivalent (Mohawk Academic Upgrading, GED) including:
- Grade 12 English, C or U or equivalent
- Grade 11 Mathematics, C, M or U level or equivalent (M or U level recommended)
Options are available for mature applicants.
Language Requirements for Applicants with English as a Second Language
- See below for accepted equivalents for Grade 12 English:
- Successful completion of the GAS-English for Academic Purposes (478 or 278) program
- TOEFL minimum score of 550 (80 Internet based)
- or IELTS Academic minimum score of 6.0 overall with no band less than 5.5
- More information about acceptable certificates, can be found on the International Admission Requirements
Applicants whose first language is not English will be required to demonstrate proficiency in English.
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Tuition and Fees
Tuition and Fees
2024 - 2025 Domestic Tuition and Fees
| Description | Semester 1 | Semester 2 |
|---|---|---|
| Compulsory Ancillary Fees | $881.96 | $785.16 |
| Co-op Fees | N/A | $466.81 |
| Compulsory Program Fees | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| Domestic Tuition | $1,354.04 | $1,354.04 |
| Total Domestic Charges Per Semester without Co-op | $2,236.00 | $2,636.00 |
| Total Domestic Charges Per Semester with Co-op | $2,236.00 | $2,606.01 |
| Total 1st Year Fees (Non Co-op) | $4,375.20 | |
| Total 1st Year Fees (Co-op) | $4,842.01 | |
Above fees based on full-time September program start date. Contact Student Services to confirm fees for other start dates or semesters.
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2024 - 2025 International Tuition and Fees
| Description | Semester 1 | Semester 2 |
|---|---|---|
| Total Tuition & Ancillary Fee | $8,525.00 | $8,525.00 |
| Co-op Fees | N/A | $466.81 |
| Program Compulsory Fees | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| International Tax Recovery | $450.00 | $375.00 |
| Total International Charges Per Semester without Co-op | $8,975.00 | $8,900.00 |
| Total International Charges Per Semester with Co-op | $8,975.00 | $9,366.81 |
| Total 1st Year Fees (Non Co-op) | $17,875.00 | |
| Total 1st Year Fees (Co-op) | $18,341.81 | |
If you pay by wire transfer, please note your bank might charge you a fee to transfer money. Make sure your transfer includes the Mohawk payment and the wire transfer fee. This applies to each wire transfer payment you make.
- Full Cost Breakdown
- Explore payment options
- Book costs for your program can be found through the Campus Store
Additional Information
Financial Assistance
Financial Assistance
When it comes to paying for your education, investing in your future can be more affordable than you think. A Mohawk education is one of the most cost-effective means of acquiring the skills and knowledge you need to have a prosperous and rewarding career.
As you start on your chosen career path, it's important to have a realistic set of expectations regarding the expenses associated with attending college. In addition to your tuition fees, you will also need to budget for books, supplies, housing, and other related living expenses. You may be able to supplement your income and savings with scholarships, bursaries, or loans. It pays to do some research into what types of financial assistance you may qualify for.
Available Financial Assistance Resources:
- OSAP Eligible. Learn about Ontario Student Assistance Program - OSAP (domestic students only)
- Working on Campus
- Additional Sources of Funding
- Financial Assistance Home Page
Apply for Awards:
By submitting a Scholarships and Bursaries Application every semester, students have access to over $3 million in Mohawk College scholarships, bursaries and Ministry-partnered funding to help meet their financial needs.
Financial Literacy and Money Coaching:
Whether saving for school, sticking to a budget, or planning for a major purchase, financial literacy affects us all. That's why Mo' Money is committed to helping our students improve their money skills and become more confident with their money.
- One-on-One Money Counselling
- Complete the free online Money Matters Module to earn Co-Curricular Credit!
- Financial Resources and Calculators
- Events and Workshops
Program of Studies
Course Overview & Descriptions
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Experiential Learning
Experiential Learning
How you’ll gain skills
- Gain valuable experience during co-op work terms.
- Test and apply course concepts through current software in our computer labs
This co-op program has been accredited by CEWIL Canada. This represents the highest standard of achievement for co-op programs in Canada.
To learn more, please visit the Centre for Experiential Learning.
Co-op Format (Fall Intake)
| September to December | January to April | May to August |
|---|---|---|
| Semester 1 | Semester 2 | Vacation |
| Semester 3 | Work Term 1 (Co-op) | Work Term 2 (Co-op) |
| Work Term 3 (Co-op) | Semester 4 |
Co-op Format (Winter Intake)
| January to April | May to August | September to December |
|---|---|---|
| Semester 1 | Semester 2 | Semester 3 |
| Work Term 1 (Co-op) | Work Term 2 (Co-op) | Work Term 3 (Co-op) |
| Semester 4 |
Learn more about Business - Accounting
Co-op Delivery and Fees
This program has an optional co-op, as part of the program of study. The annual co-op fee structure can be found on the Tuition and Fees page.
For questions, please contact the Co-op Specialist listed at the bottom of the webpage.
Driver’s License and Vehicle
Please note that some co-op positions for this program require that students have a valid driver’s license and access to a vehicle. The license requirement (G class, G2 class) varies by position. Some co-op positions may require students to commute.
Co-op Designation
This program offers three co-op work term opportunities but requires two completed co-op work terms for the co-op designation.
Work Term Capabilities
(Capabilities do not reflect individual work experiences and exposures.)
- Accounts receivable/collections
- Accounts payable/payments
- Bank reconciliation
- Job cost recording
- Process cost reporting
- Maintain perpetual inventory records
- Maintain petty cash book
- Maintain all special journals
- Maintain subledgers (A/R, A/P, fixed assets, investments)
- Personal tax preparation
- Financial statement preparation and analysis
- Budget preparation
- Computerized and manual bookkeeping
- Variance analysis
- Cost behaviour analysis
- Account analysis
- Payroll
- Cash budgeting
Microcomputer Knowledge
- Microsoft Office Suite
- QuickBooks Online
- UFile personal income tax preparation software
| Co-op Pay Range | Co-op Pay Average |
|---|---|
| Range: $17.20 - $26.00 | Average: $19.00 |
For further information, please contact:
Megan Waltenbury, Co-op Specialist
Phone: 365-226-1782
Email: megan.waltenbury [at] mohawkcollege.ca (Megan Waltenbury)
Learning Outcomes
Learning Outcomes
Program Learning Outcomes, often referred to as ‘Program Standards', set out the essential learning that a student must achieve before being deemed ready to graduate.
- Review the program learning outcomes for Business - Accounting (316)
- Review the program learning outcomes for Business - Accounting (356) - co-op
In many cases these program learning outcomes were developed by the Ministry of Colleges and Universities (MCU) in consultation with employers and educators who are experts in the program field. To ensure the outcomes remain current and in line with industry needs, we invite our employers, graduates working in the field and current students to re-examine and update them during regular, ongoing program review focus groups.
Career Opportunities
Career Opportunities
Your future career options
- Accounts Receivable/Accounts Payable and Accounting Related Clerks
- Accounting Assistant, Accounting Technician and Junior Staff Accountant
- Junior Financial Analyst and Financial Cost Analyst
- Office Administrator
- Audit Associate
- Controller, Accountant, Cost Accountant
- Senior Management Position
Where you could work includes:
- Small to Large Businesses in any industry
- Government and Public Service such as the health sector, school boards, municipalities, provincial and federal government, including Canada Revenue Agency (CRA)
- Accounting firms preparing client financial statements and tax returns, external audit
- Run your own business
Educational Pathways
Educational Pathways
Earn a certification:
Students can obtain transfer credits towards the AFOA Indigenous Financial Management Certificate. This is the first step towards the CAFM, Certified Aboriginal Financial Manager Designation. Learn more information about the AFOA Indigenous Financial Management Certificate.
We offer a diverse range of programs to further your studies within Mohawk following completion of this program. If you've successfully taken a course at another post-secondary institution, you may be able to earn course exemptions toward your credential here at Mohawk. *
Common core
For the "Transfer From" programs listed below, there is a common first semester, whereupon upon successful completion of the first semester you may be eligible to enter Semester 2 of Business Accounting.
When transferring from Business Accounting into Business Administration - 632 , you enter semester 5.
If you have successfully completed one of the following programs at Mohawk, you may be eligible to receive transfer credit in this program.
Transfer from
You can transfer to the Business - Accounting - 316 - 356 from the following programs:
Business Administration
Business - Financial Services
Business Administration - Accounting
Business (General)
Business Administration - Human Resources
Business - Marketing
Business Administration - Marketing
Insurance
Receiving Program
Business - Accounting
Transfer to
You can transfer from the Business - Accounting - 316 - 356 to the following programs:
Business Administration - Accounting
Analytics for Business Decision Making
Business Analysis
Global Business Management (International Only)
International Business Management - Product Management
Supply Chain Management
Credit transfer agreements have been arranged to make it easier for students to move from Mohawk to another institution.
Transfer From Business - Accounting To
Athabasca University
BComm (PD)
BComm (PD) + Major (PD)
BMgmt 3 Yr (PD)
BMgmt 4 Yr (PD)
BMgmt 4 Yr + major (PD)
BHRLR (PD)
Bachelor of Commerce - PD
Bachelor of Commerce - PD with major
Bachelor of Human Resources and Labour Relations - PD
Bachelor of Management - 3 yr PD
Bachelor of Management - 4 yr PD
Bachelor of Management - 4 yr PD with major
1 University Dr
Athabasca AB T9S 3A3
Canada
Brock University
Bachelor of Accounting
1812 Sir Isaac Brock Way
St.Catharines ON L2S 3A1
Canada
Davenport University
Bachelor of Business Administration
- Accounting Fraud Investigation
Bachelor of Business Administration
- Accounting Information Management
Bachelor of Business Administration
- Finance
6191 Kraft Ave SE
Grand Rapids, MI 49512
United States
Fanshawe College
Honours Bachelor of Commerce - Accounting (Degree)
1001 Fanshawe College Blvd
London ON N5Y 5R6
Canada
Griffith University
Bachelor of Commerce
170 Kessels Rd, Nathan QLD 4111, Australia
Nathan QLD QLD 4111
Australia
Niagara University
Bachelor of Business Accounting
5795 Lewiston Rd
Lewiston, NY 14109
United States
Mohawk College makes every effort to ensure the accuracy of each transfer opportunity. Please note that changes may occur in program offerings, admission requirements, and transfer credits granted by the receiving institutions. We advise all students to check with the receiving institution directly for the most up-to-date information.
Don’t see what you’re looking for? Search ONTransfer.ca for more pathways with Ontario public colleges and universities.
Mohawk College makes no warranty or endorsement of material contained within links to external websites, nor does the College assume any responsibility for the linked website or its contents.
Tech Requirements
Tech requirements
Mac computers are NOT recommended.
Faculty
Program Coordinator
Monica Gallagher
Faculty
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