Accounting Fundamentals
Develop professional expertise in Accounting Fundamentals with our state-of-the-art curriculum, industry-led instruction, and hands-on training.
Credential
Ontario College Certificate
CIP Code
52.0301
Duration
1 Year
Credits
30 Canadian CR
Campus Location
Ottawa, ON (Main)
Study Format
Full-Time & Co-op
Program Overview & Objectives
Develop professional expertise in Accounting Fundamentals with our state-of-the-art curriculum, industry-led instruction, and hands-on training.
Offered through the Department of Business and Management within the School of Business, this program provides students with direct access to Cannoga’s state-of-the-art academic resources, experiential learning laboratories, and comprehensive Admissions Services.
Industry-Aligned Curriculum
Designed in collaboration with Canadian industry partners. View all Degree Programmes.
Hands-On Practicum & Co-op
Embedded terms providing direct workplace experience in Ottawa. See International Student Support.
Curriculum & Course Structure
Required core subjects, specialized courses, and capstone modules:
| Code | Area | Course Title | Credits | Prerequisite / Eligibility |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ACC-101 | Core | Financial Accounting Standards I Semester 1 | 6 CR | Open Enrollment |
| LAW-102 | Core | Canadian Commercial & Business Law Semester 1 | 6 CR | Open Enrollment |
| ACC-201 | Specialization | Managerial Cost Accounting & Auditing Semester 2 | 6 CR | ACC-101 |
| TAX-202 | Specialization | Corporate & Personal Taxation Principles Semester 2 | 6 CR | ACC-101 |
| ACC-301 | Advanced | Forensic Accounting & Corporate Fraud Semester 3 | 6 CR | ACC-201 |
| ACC-302 | Capstone | Accounting Information Systems Capstone Semester 4 | 12 CR | Completion of 30 CR |
Career Prospects & Industry Pathways
Graduates of the Accounting Fundamentals are equipped for high-demand roles across public and private sector organizations in Ontario and Canada. Learn more about Tuition & Financial Aid Options or connect with our Career Advisory Team.
Target Roles & Career Positions
Accounting Fundamentals Practitioner, Industry Specialist, Professional Assistant.
Average Starting Salary
$58,000 $74,000 CAD
Graduate Employment Rate
94.2% within 6 Months
Work Permit Eligibility
Not PGWP Eligible
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirement
Secondary school diploma or equivalent. English proficiency test results (IELTS 6.0+ or equivalent). Minimum average of 60% in required courses required.
Min. Grade
60%
Language
IELTS 6.0+ / TOEFL 80
See International Requirements for country equivalencies.
Estimated Tuition (2026–2027)
Department Faculty
Stephen Sodhi
Instructor
Elijah Chahal
Assistant Instructor
Emma Lewis
Instructor
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