Whether it’s a small or large business, accounting basics are central to decision-making. Accountants are trusted to provide valuable, accurate and timely financial information. Accountants play an essential role in establishing policies and procedures that collect, record, analyze, and present information that solves business problems. No two businesses are the same, so Accountants provide guidance and advice on various reporting, tax and financing issues.

In this Business Administration: Accounting program, students will learn core fundamentals of business administration such as marketing, economics and business communication. They will gain intermediate accounting knowledge to prepare and present financial statements according to reporting standards. Students will learn critical aspects of business operations such as budgeting, assessing financial risk, managing cash flow, analyzing and reporting various performance measurements. They will have the opportunity to take electives such as Personal Tax or Payroll.

NBCC's core courses receive credits towards the Chartered Professional Accountants (CPA) designation. This program also includes a work practicum where students will have the opportunity to put their knowledge into action.

An accelerated study option is available for this program beginning in April. Students enrolled in this option continue their studies throughout the entire calendar year, enabling them to complete the program requirements within 20 months of full-time study.