Business - Accounting
Diploma
Program Code: 02211
Campus: North
Length: 4 semesters
Humber’s Business – Accounting diploma program provides you with a well-rounded accounting education with training in accounting procedures and theory, taxation, business law, information systems, and management. You’ll gain hands-on experience in industry-standard software including Profile (personal tax), Access, Excel, Power BI, QuickBooks, Sage 50 Accounting and Sage 300 ERP (Accpac Plus).
You will learn accounting from industry-connected faculty who are committed to providing you with practical, hands-on accounting training to help you get ahead. Our program’s versatile range of courses helps you develop broad-based business skills including human resource administration, business writing, macroeconomics and finance. You may choose to study for four consecutive semesters if you wish to accelerate your path to graduation.
At any time, you can transfer to the three-year Business Administration – Accounting advanced diploma program. If you transfer in your second semester, you would be eligible to apply for a spot within the optional co-op program.
Outside of the classroom, our accounting programs are supported by our state-of-the-art Accounting Centre.
You will put your accounting knowledge and skills into practice during the 84-hour business component of this program. Students find the field experience with support from the business placement advisor who provides students with direction and assistance in the development of resumés and job search techniques.
Courses
Semester 2 |
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| ACCT 151: Introduction to Accounting 2 |
| ACCT 152: Computerized Accounting 1 |
| ACCT 153: Cost Accounting 1 |
| BMGT 205: Human Resources Administration |
| WRIT 200: Workplace Writing Skills |
| Select 1 from the following courses |
| GNED: General Elective |
Semester 3 |
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| ACCT 203: Introduction to Income Tax |
| ACCT 205: Intermediate Financial Accounting: Part A |
| ACCT 252: Cost Accounting 2 |
| BECN 150: Microeconomics (Business) |
| BSTA 200: Business Statistics |
| Select 1 from the following courses |
| GNED: General Elective |
Semester 4 |
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| ACCT 204: Computerized Accounting 2 |
| ACCT 290: Field Experience - Accounting Diploma |
| BECN 200: Macroeconomics (Business) |
| Select 3 courses from one of the following groupings |
Admission Requirements
Admission selection is based on the following 3 requirements:
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Academic
To be eligible for admission, you must possess the following:
- Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD) or equivalent including these required courses:
- Grade 12 English (ENG4C or ENG4U or equivalent)
- Grade 12 Mathematics (MAP4C, MCT4C, MDM4U, MCB4U, MGA4U, MCV4U or MHF4U) or Grade 11 M or U Mathematics (MCF3M or MCR3U)
- Two Grade 11 or Grade 12 C, M or U courses in addition to those listed above
or
or
- College or university transfer status
Mature Applicants
Diplomas and Certificates
An applicant is considered a mature applicant if they have not completed secondary school or other postsecondary school, and will be 19 or older as of the first day of classes. Humber will invite you for testing to demonstrate that you meet all listed course requirements.
Degrees
An applicant is considered a mature applicant if they have not completed secondary school or attended postsecondary studies, and will be 21 or older as of the first day of classes. Mature applicants for degree programs will be required to meet course requirements at the U/M level or equivalent.
College Transfer Applicants
Diplomas and Certificates
An applicant is considered a college transfer applicant if they have completed some or all of a college-level credential. Humber may use a combination of secondary school and/or college courses and grades to determine program eligibility.
Degrees
An applicant is considered a college transfer applicant if they have completed some or all of a college-level credential. Humber may use a combination of secondary school and/or college courses and grades to determine program eligibility. Applicants must have an overall minimum grade point average (GPA) of 65 per cent in the program. Applicants are required to disclose and provide academic transcripts for all course work completed at the postsecondary level.
University Transfer Applicants
Diplomas and Certificates
An applicant is considered a university transfer applicant if they have completed some or all of a university-level credential. Humber may use a combination of secondary school and/or university courses and grades to determine program eligibility.
Degrees
An applicant is considered a university transfer applicant if they have completed some or all of a university-level credential. Humber may use a combination of secondary school and/or university courses and grades to determine program eligibility. Applicants are required to disclose and provide academic transcripts for all course work completed at the postsecondary level.
- Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD) or equivalent including these required courses:
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English Language Proficiency
All applicants whose first language is not English must meet Humber’s English Language Proficiency Policy.
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International Credit Evaluation
Canadian citizens or permanent residents with international education are required to provide a credential evaluation. Note, for international High school education course by course evaluations, ICAS must be used. For international post-secondary education, a WES evaluation must be provided. In situations where you expect to apply for transfer credit, it is recommended that a course by course WES evaluation is completed.
How to Apply
Applications are made through ontariocolleges.ca. See program page for details.
International Academic Equivalency
Admission equivalencies for Humber depend on your country of study. Please see admission requirements on the program page to enter your location.
Post-Admission Requirements
Once you have been accepted, and have confirmed your offer, you may need to complete a further set of requirements related to your program (Post-Admission Requirements).
Students are required to have a PC laptop.
Students are required to have a PC laptop and access to MS Office including Word, Excel, Powerpoint and PowerBI. Consideration of the length of battery life is also important as in class time, examinations can extend to over three hours. Recommended (optional): an external wireless mouse and an external plugin number pad to facilitate speed of accounting related functions.
Fees
The 2024/2025 fee for two semesters was:
- domestic: $3,985.24
- international: $17,589.38
Fees are subject to change.
Domestic Fees by Semester
| Semester 1 | 2021-22 Fees |
| Tuition | $1,351.41 |
| Compulsory Ancillary Fee | $444.09 |
| Compulsory Student Union Fee | $66.00 |
| IGNITE Health and Dental Insurance Fee | $111.12 |
| Enhanced Student Experience Fee (Optional) | $20.00 |
| Program Ancillary Fee | $0.00 |
| Co-op/Placement | $0.00 |
| Total | $1,992.62 |
| Semester 2 | 2021-22 Fees |
| Tuition | $1,351.41 |
| Compulsory Ancillary Fee | $444.09 |
| Compulsory Student Union Fee | $66.00 |
| IGNITE Health and Dental Insurance Fee | $111.12 |
| Enhanced Student Experience Fee (Optional) | $20.00 |
| Program Ancillary Fee | $0.00 |
| Co-op/Placement | $0.00 |
| Total | $1,992.62 |
| Semester 3 | 2021-22 Fees |
| Tuition | $1,351.41 |
| Compulsory Ancillary Fee | $444.09 |
| Compulsory Student Union Fee | $66.00 |
| IGNITE Health and Dental Insurance Fee | $111.12 |
| Enhanced Student Experience Fee (Optional) | $20.00 |
| Program Ancillary Fee | $0.00 |
| Co-op/Placement | $0.00 |
| Total | $1,992.62 |
| Semester 4 | 2021-22 Fees |
| Tuition | $1,351.41 |
| Compulsory Ancillary Fee | $444.09 |
| Compulsory Student Union Fee | $66.00 |
| IGNITE Health and Dental Insurance Fee | $111.12 |
| Enhanced Student Experience Fee (Optional) | $20.00 |
| Program Ancillary Fee | $0.00 |
| Co-op/Placement | $0.00 |
| Total | $1,992.62 |
International Fees by Semester
| Semester 1 | 2021-22 Fees |
| Tuition | $8,153.48 |
| Compulsory Ancillary Fee | $444.09 |
| Compulsory Student Union Fee | $66.00 |
| IGNITE Health and Dental Insurance Fee | $111.12 |
| Enhanced Student Experience Fee (Optional) | $20.00 |
| Program Ancillary Fee | $0.00 |
| Co-op/Placement | $0.00 |
| Total | $8,794.69 |
| Semester 2 | 2021-22 Fees |
| Tuition | $8,153.48 |
| Compulsory Ancillary Fee | $444.09 |
| Compulsory Student Union Fee | $66.00 |
| IGNITE Health and Dental Insurance Fee | $111.12 |
| Enhanced Student Experience Fee (Optional) | $20.00 |
| Program Ancillary Fee | $0.00 |
| Co-op/Placement | $0.00 |
| Total | $8,794.69 |
| Semester 3 | 2021-22 Fees |
| Tuition | $8,153.48 |
| Compulsory Ancillary Fee | $444.09 |
| Compulsory Student Union Fee | $66.00 |
| IGNITE Health and Dental Insurance Fee | $111.12 |
| Enhanced Student Experience Fee (Optional) | $20.00 |
| Program Ancillary Fee | $0.00 |
| Co-op/Placement | $0.00 |
| Total | $8,794.69 |
| Semester 4 | 2021-22 Fees |
| Tuition | $8,153.48 |
| Compulsory Ancillary Fee | $444.09 |
| Compulsory Student Union Fee | $66.00 |
| IGNITE Health and Dental Insurance Fee | $111.12 |
| Enhanced Student Experience Fee (Optional) | $20.00 |
| Program Ancillary Fee | $0.00 |
| Co-op/Placement | $0.00 |
| Total | $8,794.69 |
*Plus Mandatory Health Insurance fee once per academic year: Fall start - $420 Winter start - $280 Summer start - $140
Equipment & Device Requirements
| Details and Specifications | Minimum Specs | Recommended Specs |
| Processor | Dual-core processor | Quad-core processor |
| OS | Windows 10 (PC) | Windows 10 (PC) |
| Memory | 8GB of RAM | 16 GB of RAM |
| Storage | 100 GB HDD | 512 GB SSD |
| Monitor | Laptop computer (not a notebook such as Chromebook, or a tablet) recently purchased; last 18 months | |
| Other | Built-in-WiFi, a microphone, and a webcam | Built-in WiFi, microphone, and a webcam |
Pathways
Humber offers a number of transfer options and pathway opportunities. Visit humber.ca/transferoptions or refer to the program page.
Contact Information
Sara Tweedie, program co-ordinator
Longo Faculty of Business
416.675.6622 ext. 5808
sara.tweedie@humber.ca
Admissions Questions
Domestic Students
416-675-5000
enquiry@humber.ca
International Students
Contact the International Centre
international.humber.ca/contact
1-416-675-5067
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Print/Download Date: November 23, 2024