Program Description
Take the next step in improving your accounting career and skills through SAIT’s Accounting certificate of achievement accelerated program. Whether you are just starting out in an accounting related job, or are looking to advance professionally, we can help boost your career through this high quality, foundational program.
The Accounting certificate of achievement (Accelerated) at SAIT is available through Continuing Education (evening and weekend courses) and Distance Education (online courses). Through this part-time program, you can build your career in accounting at a pace that works for you.
As a SAIT student, you will gain a better understanding of business and bookkeeping through our in-depth program. In addition to accounting courses, we help ensure your career success through training in effective business communications and marketing, business computers and economics, among others.
High Quality, Professional Instruction
Get a top-notch education with the best in the industry. All of our instructors are seasoned professionals who have worked across different business sectors in Calgary and beyond.
“Our instructor was well prepared. She knew what the real accounting world was like, which helped relate the class assignments to the work we planned to pursue.”
- SAIT Accounting Student
SAIT students get every opportunity to work hand in hand with accounting professionals. From training in computer labs to networking events, our program ensures that you receive a real-world education that will help you move your career forward.
Your Career
Graduates of this program may be eligible for entry-level accounting jobs such as:
- Accounting Clerk
- Bookkeeper
- Customer Service Representative
- Payroll Clerk
Laddering
We want you to succeed and reach your full potential in the accounting profession. Our programs are designed to help you advance to the type of career you’re seeking. All of our courses are transferable to our part-time or our full-time Business Administration - Accounting major - diploma.
Our accounting courses are recognized for the Chartered Professional Accountant Professional Education Program (CPA PEP).
Student Success
- We find that there is a direct correlation between the time and energy invested to the amount of success achieved. The coursework is presented at a rapid pace so it is critical that you take responsibility for your learning experience.
- Remaining focused and diligent with coursework is important for success in completing the program.
- You must be able to read, write and understand English at a level exceeding basic conversational English.
Credentials
After successfully completing this program, learners will receive a Certificate of Achievement in Accelerated Accounting.
Admission Requirements
There are no entrance requirements for this program. You can begin registering for courses anytime by clicking a course name or calling 403.284.7248. Once you have registered for at least one course and have a SAIT student ID number, consider filling out and submitting the Program Declaration Form to the Office of the Registrar. Contact information for the Office of the Registrar is located in the upper corner of the form.
Program Outline
Our accounting courses are available through Continuing Education, available evenings and weekends, as well as through Distance Education, available online.
Evening and weekend classes are offered in January, May and September. Online courses are offered 3-12 times per year, start dates vary.
Registration is as follows:
- Fall enrollment opens in July
- Winter enrollment opens in October
- Spring enrollment opens in February
Online registration closes about one week before the course start date. You can register up to one business day before the start date by calling 403.284.7248 or 1.877.284.7248. Courses fill up quickly; it is recommended you register early.
Ten courses are required to complete this program.
- ACCT 215 - Introductory Financial Accounting I 3 credits
- ACCT 255 - Introductory Financial Accounting II 3 credits
- BCMP 225 - Business Productivity Tools and Technology 3 credits
- BMAT 230 - Business Mathematics 3 credits
- BLAW 300 - Business Law 3 credits
- COMN 220 - Communication and Presentation Skills 3 credits
- ECON 250 - Microeconomics 3 credits
- ECON 305 - Macroeconomics 3 credits
- MNGT 250 - Organizational Behaviour 3 credits
- MKTG 260 - Marketing Essentials 3 credits
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