Accounting This is a draft version of the Kwantlen University College Calendar 2001-2002, released 1 May 2001. Some formatting may be incomplete and links are missing. There will always be a need for individuals who can provide accurate and timely financial data to managers, investors and creditors. The Accounting Certificate and Diploma Programs prepare graduates for a career in this area. Financial Managers are not restricted to any specific type of industry, management level or country.
All organizations have financial information processing needs.
Future financial management careers include Auditors Business Consultants Controllers Corporate Accountants Entrepreneurs Financial Analysts Financial Managers Financial Planners Management Accountants Instructors Internal Auditors Public Accountants Graduates will find that these programs allow them to function effectively in most entry-level accounting positions. Students planning to obtain the Accounting Certificate would not normally be planning to continue studies toward an Accounting Diploma. Since adequate Mathematics and English skills are important for a successful career in Accounting, students embarking on the Accounting Certificate are encouraged to take the Mathematics and English assessments, so that any deficiencies can be corrected. Graduation Kwantlen offers both an Accounting Certificate and an Accounting Diploma Program. Certificate Description Certificate requirements are flexible in order to enable students the opportunity to select courses, which will suit their individual career objectives.