Course Descriptions

This course will review the fundamental principles of grammar, spelling, and punctuation. Basic letter and memo writing will be covered.

This course will train students to apply the correct techniques of written communications to their proofreading, verifying, and editing.

This course will review basic math skills, and train students to apply math skills in business situations.

This course introduces students to the theory of accounting and the basic accounting cycle. Emphasis is placed on correct analysis, accuracy, and thoroughness as well as independent decision making.

Students apply their knowledge of accounting principles and procedures to a computerized environment. Emphasis is placed on the correct analysis and input of general ledger, accounts receivable, and payable entries using Simply Accounting.

This course will provide a working knowledge of Windows and Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Access, PowerPoint and Excel) and build keyboarding speed and accuracy.

This course will provide the students with a working knowledge of Windows, Word and Powerpoint. The students will produce professional-looking, basic business documents using Word and Powerpoint.

This course will provide the students with a working knowledge of Excel and Access. The students will produce professional-looking, basic business documents using Excel and Access.

This course will provide a working knowledge of Sage 50 and QuickBooks accounting applications, and the expansion of MS Excel software skills.

This course consists of lectures, class and group discussions, preparation of a job search portfolio, writing and delivering scripts to initiate contact with employers, developing a system to organize job search, student skill demonstration of job search strategies and interview techniques. Upon successful completion of all other Accounting Assistant Certificate requirements, students will then complete a two-week job site practicum as part of this course.

This course utilizes the computer to improve the student's quality of grammar, spelling, and word usage, and to develop and/or improve composition skills.

A hands-on course to develop proficiency in the use of a modular computerized accounting program for completing accounting procedures, including accounts receivable, accounts payable and general ledgers.

This course is a continuation of BTEC 117 with emphasis on merchandising companies and explaining balance sheet issues.

This course provides students with business simulations handling accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll and bank reconciliations.

This course will provide students with an understanding of interpersonal communication techniques that can positively influence job performance. Students will practice in-person and telephone responding, customer service, and issue resolution skills in a supportive environment.

The objective of this course is to allow the student to develop the necessary skills and conceptual tools to both understand and deal effectively with human behaviour in organizations. These skills are of at least two kinds: Interpersonal, that is, relating more effectively with other individuals and groups, and analytical, to be able to perceive and understand situations accurately, and make effective decisions based on this understanding.