Diploma Program

Business Accounting Technician

Diploma

28 weeks

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Average Wage

$29 /hour

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CDI College

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Alberta

Programs and Courses

Business

Business Accounting Technician

Fast-track Your Business Accounting Career in 7 Months

Virtually every business or organization needs accounting professionals. Experience hands-on training in crucial skills for today's job market with the Business Accounting Technician program.

Develop a strong aptitude for math while getting specialized training in office administration, accounting, and computerized systems. Then, test your knowledge through on-the-job experience with a practicum placement and gain the skillset to be job-ready for almost any industry.

ACCOUNTING FUNDAMENTALS
COMPUTERIZED ACCOUNTING
OFFICE ADMINISTRATION
SAGE 50 SOFTWARE
QUICKBOOKS
MICROSOFT 365
FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
ACCOUNT ADJUSTMENTS AND RECORDING TRANSACTIONS
EASYPAY PAYROLL SOFTWARE

Licensed Program

CDI College Alberta programs are licensed under the Private Vocational Training Act in the province of Alberta.

Program Courses

Student Success Strategies [SSS4]

Students will gain a better understanding of themselves through an exploration of their personal attributes, transferable skills and
learning styles. This course will introduce techniques for time, conflict, and stress management and develop interpersonal
communication skills. Fundamental study and motivation skills will be covered, preparing students to excel in their program of
choice. Students will also prepare a professional resume and learn how to write effective cover letters.

Microsoft Outlook [MOT4]

This course explores information management using Microsoft Outlook 365. It will present the Microsoft Outlook application interface, tools and features. You will learn about the fundamentals of an e-mail application, scheduling and calendars, contact lists, creating forwarding and managing messages. This course relies heavily on hands-on practical activities that allow you to learn the concepts by practicing them on a regular basis.

Microsoft Word [MSW4]

This course introduces the students to word processing with Microsoft 365: Word. Relying very heavily on a hands-on practical training approach, students learn by doing through skills based simulations, training and assessments. The course starts with an overview of Microsoft 365 where you will learn about the common features of the Office applications and file management fundamentals. The course then focuses on the core features of Microsoft Word where students learn proper document formatting, organization and editing using the tools and features of the ribbon. The course will then continue with more advanced topics such as working with tables, lists, objects, templates footnotes and endnotes and mail merges. Finally, the course will explore the collaboration features of Word that allow users to share and collaborate on documents through the use of track changes, sharing and reviewing and the use of OneDrive.

Microsoft Excel [MSE4]

This course introduces the students to spreadsheets with Microsoft Excel. Relying very heavily on a hands-on practical training approach, students learn by doing through skills based simulations, training and assessments. The course starts with an overview of spreadsheets and how to use the common features and functions of Microsoft Excel. The course then focuses on the core features of Microsoft Excel where students learn how to enter and format data and use the various functions and formulas to manage and manipulate the data. The course will then continue with more advanced topics such as performing quantitative analysis with logical, lookup and various mathematical and financial functions. Depicting data visually is an important feature of Excel. Students will learn how to work with charts in Excel to produce a variety of different charts based on data housed in a spreadsheet. Finally students will learn to handle large volumes of data with DataSets and tables.

Microsoft Access [MSA4]

This course introduces the students to relational databases with Microsoft Access. The course starts with an overview of Microsoft Access and databases in general. Students will learn the fundamental features of relational database and how databases are used to store related information and query the information. After learning how to create and modify a database and work with records, students will learn to sort data and filter to a database. Students will then explore the different ways to query a database and extract the information based on different criteria. Subsequent to working with multi-table databases, students will then learn to work with different types of functions to manipulate data, forms to input data into a database and reports to display data.

Microsoft PowerPoint [MSP4]

This course introduces the students to presentation development and design with Microsoft PowerPoint 2016. Relying very heavily on a hands-on practical training approach, students learn by doing through skills based simulations, training and assessments. The course starts with an overview of Microsoft PowerPoint 2016 where you will learn about the common views, features, tools and the environment of PowerPoint. The course then focuses on the core processes of development and design of robust PowerPoint presentations and enhancing the presentations with the rich media tools offered by PowerPoint. Students will learn to use the PowerPoint templates, outlines and themes to design the presentation and then populate the slides with the various content items such as images, shapes, WordArt, SmartArt transitions and other enhancements.

Professional Skills [PSK4]

This course is designed to equip students with interpersonal skills identified by employers as essential for success in the professional world. Using a variety of instructional methods including case studies, group exercises, and discussion, students learn and practice key communication skills.

Customer Service
Team Building
Presentation Skills
Personal Marketing Skills

Accounting Fundamentals I [AFA4]

This course is an introduction to the fundamental principles and practices of accounting as a device for reporting business activity. It provides the student with an understanding of the underlying theory and principles of accounting. The construction of financial statements as they evolve from business transactions and records is emphasized using the rules of double-entry bookkeeping. In addition, adjusting journal entries and everyday transactions for both service and retail businesses are recorded coupled with the preparation of basic financial statements. Introduction to Accounting; Financial Statements and Accounting Transactions; Analyzing and Recording Transactions; Adjusting Accounts for Financial Statements; Completing the Accounting Cycle and Classifying Accounts.

Accounting Fundamentals II [AFB4]

The focus of the level 2 course is on the Merchandising sales, Inventories and Cost of Sales, Accounting Information Systems, Receivables and Payroll. The use of special journals and subsidiary ledgers in an accounting system coupled with methods of recording and managing retail inventories are examined. Journalizing of payroll entries is included along with recording the purchase and amortization (depreciation) of fixed assets, as well as intangible assets.

Computerized Accounting with Sage 50 Level I [CAA4]

Students transfer their knowledge from Accounting Fundamentals and learn how to apply these concepts in a computerized environment using Sage 50. Some topics covered in this module include setting up a computerized accounting system, computerized journals and ledgers, income statements and balance sheets, as well as customer accounts.

Computerized Accounting II with Sage 50 [CAB4]

This course is a continuation of Computerized Accounting with Sage 50 Level 1. Students learn how to set up for Payroll and Inventory, record payroll and inventory, set up budgets, and reconcile accounts by working with a variety of business simulations.

Career & Employment Strategies [CES4]

In addition to learning career-oriented skills, students learn how to get a job in their chosen profession. Our Employment Services department will assist the graduate in resume writing, as well as preparing for job interviews. Our staff is sensitive to current job market trends and the needs of employers in each local market.
Our graduates receive guidance and training to use career tools that help job seekers build a better resume and cover letter, manage an online portfolio, hone interviewing skills, and develop a personal brand online.
Students will have the use of a computer lab which has unlimited Internet access, as well as job search resources. Facilitators will also be made available to advise on job finding resources, interview skills and techniques and to carry out mock interviews.

This course also looks at the planning, preparation, execution, and follow-up stages of an interview:

How people find jobs
Employer expectations
Presenting an enthusiastic attitude
Focusing on the right job and the hidden job market
Transferrable skills
Thank you letters
Effective telemarketing
Handling objections, self-confidence, and self-esteem
Individual counselling and coaching

Practicum [AB-BAT199]

Students will be placed in actual workplaces related to their field of study and will be expected to act as a regular employee in order to gain the valuable real-world experience that so many employers seek. Students are encouraged to find their own work experience placement; however, once placed, continuation in that placement is mandatory.

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Admission

Benefits of this program

Employment Opportunities

Standard Admission
- Alberta high school diploma or equivalent verified by transcript.
- Proof of English Language Proficiency

Students who have received their high school diploma outside of Canada must have their transcripts evaluated through International Qualifications Assessment Service (IQAS) or World Education Services (WES) to be eligible for admission to the program.

Mature Admission
- Be at least 18 years of age prior to admission (19 for out-of-province)
- Successful completion of the CDI College Admissions Test
- Proof of English Language Proficiency

Practicum placement provides real-world experience
Industry-experienced instructors focus on only the most relevant information to your program
Complete this comprehensive program in seven months!
Train on essential accounting software apps like Sage 50 and QuickBooks

Accounting Clerk
Accounts Payable Clerk
Accounts Receivable Clerk

Admission

Standard Admission
- Alberta high school diploma or equivalent verified by transcript.
- Proof of English Language Proficiency

Mature Admission
- Be at least 18 years of age prior to admission (19 for out-of-province)
- Successful completion of the CDI College Admissions Test
- Proof of English Language Proficiency

Benefits of this program

Practicum placement provides real-world experience
Industry-experienced instructors focus on only the most relevant information to your program
Complete this comprehensive program in seven months!
Train on essential accounting software apps like Sage 50 and QuickBooks

Employment Opportunities

Accounting Clerk
Accounts Payable Clerk
Accounts Receivable Clerk

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Industry Leading Employers

Our extensive network and reputation for excellence ensure that graduates are in high demand in today's competitive job market. Prepare to excel in sought-after roles with renowned companies and unlock limitless career opportunities. Elevate your career trajectory and secure your future with our program tailored to meet the demands of industry leaders.

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Hear From Our Graduates

After a long research, I chose CDI college to further enhance my studies and after meeting with Kathy Norton as my first instructor I am relieved...Kathy has got vast knowledge and experience and she knows very well what can lead to students success. Her response to student's concerns are remarkable.

Shabbir Banu.

Business Accounting Technician Graduate

I started my course last week, and it was awesome!! I took Student Successful Strategies with Kathy Norton, and it was fantastic. She is a good and very nice person. Besides that, she is also knowledgeable, inspiring, and motivates her students.

Fenny S.

Business Accounting Technician Graduate

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