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Bookkeeping

How To Apply

  • DOMESTIC STUDENTS
  • INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS

Program Details

  • Program Code2906
  • SchoolThe Business School
  • CredentialOntario College Certificate
  • Program TypePost-secondary program
  • Program Length1 year/ 2 semesters
  • LocationProgress Campus
  • Emailbusiness@centennialcollege.ca
  • Telephone416-289-5000 ext. 52280

Program Availability

Date
Domestic Availability
International Availability
Post-Graduation Work Permit Aligned
September 2025
Available
Available
No
  • Program Overview
  • Courses
  • Career Options and Education Pathways
  • Admission Requirements
  • How to Apply
  • Tuition and Fees
  • Program Vocational Learning Outcomes
  • The Business School Student Success Guide
  • Advising

The Business School will be offering a variety of delivery modes for new students in all programs.  These can include, asynchronous learning, synchronous learning, hybrid, and on-campus deliveries, including evenings and weekends.

The two-semester Bookkeeping program at Centennial College will allow you to earn a certificate that will serve as a pathway to the Apprentice-level certification through Certified Professional Bookkeepers of Canada (CPB). Membership in the CPB will open the door to a variety of positions, including bookkeeper, accounts receivable/payable supervisor, payroll administrator and office manager.

Once you complete this certificate program, you'll also be eligible to transfer, with credits, into Centennial's two-or three-year Accounting programs to earn a diploma or advanced diploma.

By enrolling in Bookkeeping, you will be aligned with Canada’s largest and fastest-growing certifying body of bookkeepers. Graduates can fast-track toward the nationally recognized Certified Professional Bookkeeper (CPB) designation. Students will also have access to a preferred student membership rate, full of member benefits that will provide access to continuing education and networking opportunities with bookkeeping professionals across Canada!

Learning Outcomes

You'll gain the know-how to:

  • Complete bookkeeping functions within the accounting cycle, including accounts receivables, payables, inventory, and payroll processing using relevant software and operating systems;
  • Apply general accepted accounting principles to produce financial statements and reports for proprietorships, partnerships and corporations;
  • Prepare individual income tax returns in compliance with relevant legislation and regulations using tax preparation software;
  • Develop a plan to support the management needs of the bookkeeping function, including planning, forecasting, budgeting, cost and revenue management;
  • Use spreadsheet and database programs, such as Excel and Access, to create and produce reports for business analysis identification of trends and decision-making.
  • Ease of transition into the workplace with hands-on training in Quickbooks and Sage 300 ERP.

CPB Canada Program - Education Partner - Apprentice Level Seal

Program Overview

The Business School will be offering a variety of delivery modes for new students in all programs.  These can include, asynchronous learning, synchronous learning, hybrid, and on-campus deliveries, including evenings and weekends.

The two-semester Bookkeeping program at Centennial College will allow you to earn a certificate that will serve as a pathway to the Apprentice-level certification through Certified Professional Bookkeepers of Canada (CPB). Membership in the CPB will open the door to a variety of positions, including bookkeeper, accounts receivable/payable supervisor, payroll administrator and office manager.

Once you complete this certificate program, you'll also be eligible to transfer, with credits, into Centennial's two-or three-year Accounting programs to earn a diploma or advanced diploma.

By enrolling in Bookkeeping, you will be aligned with Canada’s largest and fastest-growing certifying body of bookkeepers. Graduates can fast-track toward the nationally recognized Certified Professional Bookkeeper (CPB) designation. Students will also have access to a preferred student membership rate, full of member benefits that will provide access to continuing education and networking opportunities with bookkeeping professionals across Canada!

Learning Outcomes

You'll gain the know-how to:

  • Complete bookkeeping functions within the accounting cycle, including accounts receivables, payables, inventory, and payroll processing using relevant software and operating systems;
  • Apply general accepted accounting principles to produce financial statements and reports for proprietorships, partnerships and corporations;
  • Prepare individual income tax returns in compliance with relevant legislation and regulations using tax preparation software;
  • Develop a plan to support the management needs of the bookkeeping function, including planning, forecasting, budgeting, cost and revenue management;
  • Use spreadsheet and database programs, such as Excel and Access, to create and produce reports for business analysis identification of trends and decision-making.
  • Ease of transition into the workplace with hands-on training in Quickbooks and Sage 300 ERP.

CPB Canada Program - Education Partner - Apprentice Level Seal

Courses

Semester 1
Course Code
Course Title
ACCT-112
Financial Accounting 1
COMM-160/161
College Communication 1
COMP-106
Applied Business Software 1
GNED
General Education Elective
HRMT-318
Payroll
MATH-119
Mathematics of Finance II
Students with an English assessment score of 170/171 will take COMM170/171 in the first semester.

Students with a MATH assessment score of less than 36/45 will be required to take MATH128 or MATH118 based on MATH assessment test. Students who test into MATH 128 will be subject to an additional fee.
Semester 2
Course Code
Course Title
ACCT-150
Small Business Software
ACCT-221
Financial Accounting 2
ACCT-222
Management Accounting 1
ACCT-226
Taxation 1
ACCT-228
Accounting Microcomputer Applications 1
COMP-126
Applied Business Software 2
Minimum Program GPA of 2.0 (C Grade average) required to graduate.

Career Options and Education Pathways

Program Highlights

  • Many Bookkeeping classes are taught in a lab environment that is fully equipped with an integrated network of computer systems, allowing for practical and hands-on experience.
  • Courses are qualified for exemptions with the CPB.
  • The program takes place over a short, intensive eight months.
  • In addition to Bookkeeping course topics, you receive an overview of other business functions in an organization, allowing you to acquire effective business communication skills.
  • Knowledgeable and approachable faculty members have industry experience.

Career Outlook

  • Bookkeeper
  • Accounts receivable
  • Accounts payable
  • Accounting clerk
  • Small business office manager

Education Pathways

Successful graduates of this Bookkeeping certificate program have the opportunity to apply their learning for credits toward further study. Listed below are programs from partnering institutions that are available for this program.

Please note that each pathway has specific requirements in order to qualify for transfer credits, which are assessed by the receiving partner institution.

Partner Institution Degree Program
Centennial College Business - Accounting Diploma
Nipissing University Bachelor or Honours Bachelor of Arts in multiple majors

Please visit our website at //centennial.adv-pub.moveonca.com/outgoing-home/ for more information on articulation agreements.

For pathways to other Ontario post-secondary institutions, please visit ONTransfer.

Areas of Employment

  • Enterprise corporations
  • Not-for-profits
  • Start-ups
  • Accounting firms
  • Banks
  • Federal/provincial government

Admission Requirements

Academic Requirements

  • Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD), or equivalent, or mature student status (19 years or older)
  • Grade 12 English College or University preparation course, or equivalent (minimum grade required), or take the Centennial English Admission Test
  • Grade 11 or Grade 12 Mathematics College, Mixed or University preparation course, or equivalent (minimum grade required), or take a Centennial College Math Skills Assessment for Admission

Additional Requirements

  • English language proficiency

How to Apply

1. Apply Online

Domestic Students

If you are applying through the Better Jobs Ontario Program, please apply at the Employment Training Centre (Progress Campus). The Better Jobs Ontario Program is a funding initiative for those who have been laid-off and are in need of training. For more information go to Better Jobs Ontario Program.

If you have previously attended a full-time program at Centennial College, you may be eligible for a Program Transfer. Visit Enrolment Services at any Campus for information.

All other applicants must apply online at Ontariocolleges.ca. A non-refundable application fee of $125 must accompany applications. The fee is payable online, by telephone, online banking, by mail, or in-person to Ontariocolleges.ca. For more information go to Ontariocolleges.ca Application Fees.

International Students

 Apply directly to Centennial College here.

2. Submit Documents

Domestic Applicants

Current Ontario high school students and graduates from Ontario high schools: Notify your guidance counsellor that you have applied to college and your school will forward transcripts to Centennial College via Ontariocolleges.ca.

Graduates of college/university, or high school outside Ontario but within Canada: You are responsible for requesting that your educational institute sends any required documents and transcripts to Ontariocolleges.ca.

Domestic applicants who attended school outside of Canada: If you are submitting transcripts to meet admission requirements, you must have the transcripts assessed by an independent credential assessment agency such as World Education Services (WES) or International Credential Assessment Service (ICAS). For more information go to Submitting your Transcripts.

International Applicants

Please refer to the International Education Application Guide.

3. Confirm Your Offer of Admission

Offers of Admission are sent by mail to eligible applicants. When you receive your offer, you must login to your account at Ontariocolleges.ca and confirm before the Deadline to Confirm noted in your offer letter.

You may confirm only one college and one program offer at a time.

You must confirm your offer by the Deadline to Confirm noted in your Offer of Admission letter or your seat may be given to another applicant.

When you confirm your Offer of Admission at Centennial College you are given access to your personal myCentennial account where you can check your email, grades, register for courses, pay tuition fees, and see your class timetable.

4. Pay Fees

Centennial fees statements are sent by email to your personal email account and to your myCentennial email account. Fees statements are not mailed.

You must make a minimum payment by the Fees Deadline noted in your Fees Statement or your seat may be given to another applicant.

5. Build Your Timetable (Register for Courses)

Build your timetable (web-register for courses) at my.centennialcollege.ca.

Fall registration begins mid-July
January registration begins mid-December
May registration begins mid-April

Your web-registration will not open if:

You have not submitted your minimum fee payment by the deadline
You received a Conditional Offer of Admission and you have not met the conditions of your offer.

Once you have paid your fees or have made appropriate arrangements, register for your courses online through myCentennial.

Tuition and Fees

Fees noted below are estimates only. Tuition is based on two semesters, beginning Fall 2024.

Student Tuition (2 Semesters) Ancillary Fees Total
Canadian $2,721.00 $1,235.34 $3,956.34
International $16,649.00 $1,723.52 $18,372.52

Program Vocational Learning Outcomes

Program Vocational Learning Outcomes

Program Vocational Learning Outcomes describe what graduates of the program have demonstrated they can do with the knowledge and skills they have achieved during their studies. The outcomes are closely tied to the needs of the workplace. Through assessment (e.g., assignments and tests), students verify their ability to reliably perform these outcomes before graduating.

  1. Complete bookkeeping functions within the accounting cycle including accounts receivables, payables, inventory, and payroll processing using relevant software and operating systems. 
  2. Produce financial statements and reports for proprietorships, partnerships, and corporations using generally accepted accounting principles. 
  3. Prepare individual income tax returns in compliance with relevant legislation and regulations using tax preparation software.  
  4. Develop a plan to support the management needs of the bookkeeping function including planning, forecasting, budgeting, cost and revenue management. 
  5. Use spreadsheet and database programs, including Excel and Access, to create and produce reports for business analysis, identification of trends and decision-making. 

The Business School Student Success Guide

https://www.centennialcollege.h5p.com/content/1292267137004989918

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https://www.centennialcollege.ca/student-life/student-services/centennial-advising-and-pathways-services/
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As a corporate account management sales professional, you will build and maintain positive relationships with high-value clients by responding to their needs and resolving their issues. This requires business-to-business (B2B), business-to-consumer (B2C), and institutional marketplace knowledge as well as a sales, marketing, and customer service foundation — all of which this program covers. Interactive courses also teach you to put the customer first with a leadership mindset that adapts to diverse customer needs. Your skill set will include: competitive and marketplace analyses abilities, analytics and customer relationship management tools knowledge, professional selling techniques through digital content and omni-channel marketing, and negotiations know-how.
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Strategic Management – Accounting Specialization (Online)

By effectively executing strategic decisions, contribute in a managerial accounting leadership rolethat impacts a business’s viability and growth. This ability opens you up to work in environments suchas government offices, accounting firms, financial institutions, and service industries. Our programdeepens your understanding of financial accounting, management accounting, finance, taxation, andauditing. Studies and simulations, a strong focus on leading-edge managerial practices of the world’sbest companies, and knowledge of the latest accounting and management information systemsround out your Centennial experience.
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Business Accounting

In just two years, the Business – Accounting program prepares you with the technical, business,and leadership skills to excel in numerous accounting-related opportunities. It includes thequality features of all Centennial accounting programs. At the same time, this offering specificallyconcentrates on building proficiency in financial and managerial accounting and fostering in-depthknowledge of industry-standard accounting software. Receive training in Quickbooks and Sage 300ERP through interactive virtual or in-person demonstrations and practical application of key featuresand concepts. Courses also emphasize communication and analytical skills, which are essential forcareer success.
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Office Administration – General (Online)

To prepare you for an office administration role, this program combines communication, humanrelations, and administrative skills with business world experience and knowledge of current trends,business practices, and related technology. Gain these skills in a supportive class environment ledby experienced professors. Theory and practical application covers topics such as: word processing,document production, office procedures, computer applications, transcription, communications, andcloud computing. There are pathways from the General program to Centennial’s Office Administration– Health Services (#2603), Office Administration – Legal (#2602), and Office Administration –Executive (#2606) programs.
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Business (Online)

Whether you want an education in multiple business disciplines or a foundation for a specialty area,this program gives you a solid knowledge base and the leadership skills to launch a career. Graduatewith comprehension and skills in contemporary concepts, theories, and best practices related to thefunctional areas of accounting, finance, human resources, marketing, and operations. To ensure youare ready for the modern business environment, you also gain additional interpersonal skills. Amongthem are: effective communication, customer service, teamwork, positive attitudes and behaviours,adaptability, responsibility, problem-solving, and continuous learning.
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Office Administration – General

To prepare you for an office administration role, this program combines communication, humanrelations, and administrative skills with business world experience and knowledge of current trends,business practices, and related technology. Gain these skills in a supportive class environment ledby experienced professors. Theory and practical application covers topics such as: word processing,document production, office procedures, computer applications, transcription, communications, andcloud computing. There are pathways from the General program to Centennial’s Office Administration– Health Services (#2603), Office Administration – Legal (#2602), and Office Administration –Executive (#2606) programs.
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Business - Supply Chain and Operations

Business operations and supply chains are the primary functions that create the products andservices organizations offer to satisfy customer needs. Launch your career in supply chain andoperations through this program, which includes hands-on projects and assignments that simulateactual business settings. As a result, you become skilled at analyzing business processes to improveproductivity; developing and implementing quality management programs; applying team approachprinciples to examine operations problems and to develop solutions; and enhancing the performanceof a firm’s supply chain. You also graduate with the leadership skills to get noticed — and to getahead.
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Office Administration – Executive (Online)

If you have sound organization, technical, and communication skills, consider a career supportingupper-level management in entities such as corporations, not-for-profits, educational institutions,and government offices. Through practical opportunities — provided during your classes and througha final-semester field placement with a company or non-profit organization — you gain the essentialexpertise for success. This includes: office technology fundamentals and support, business writing,marketing fundamentals, social media and online communications, presentation and businesscorrespondence, conference and meeting planning, minute taking, project management, accountingfundamentals, collaboration, and leadership.
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Business – Marketing (Online)

Apply your marketing interests to a workforce in which spending on marketing-related activities hasgrown considerably. To enter the field, this program equips you with a solid business foundation,specialized knowledge, and leadership abilities. Your education starts with the basics of business— accounting, organizational behaviour, business software, customer service, and internationalbusiness. With this knowledge base, study marketing topics such as marketing theory and casebasedproblem solving, marketing communications (both advertising and promotion), accountmanagement, and sales and service. The curriculum uses case studies, guest lectures, presentations,projects, computer simulations, and technologies.
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Office Administration – Executive

If you have sound organization, technical, and communication skills, consider a career supportingupper-level management in entities such as corporations, not-for-profits, educational institutions,and government offices. Through practical opportunities — provided during your classes and througha final-semester field placement with a company or non-profit organization — you gain the essentialexpertise for success. This includes: office technology fundamentals and support, business writing,marketing fundamentals, social media and online communications, presentation and businesscorrespondence, conference and meeting planning, minute taking, project management, accountingfundamentals, collaboration, and leadership.
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Business – Marketing

Apply your marketing interests to a workforce in which spending on marketing-related activities hasgrown considerably. To enter the field, this program equips you with a solid business foundation,specialized knowledge, and leadership abilities. Your education starts with the basics of business— accounting, organizational behaviour, business software, customer service, and internationalbusiness. With this knowledge base, study marketing topics such as marketing theory and casebasedproblem solving, marketing communications (both advertising and promotion), accountmanagement, and sales and service. The curriculum uses case studies, guest lectures, presentations,projects, computer simulations, and technologies.
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Occupational Health and Safety Management

Occupational Health and Safety Management is an Ontario College Graduate Certificate that prepares graduates for entry-level supervisory roles in the field of occupational health and safety (OHS). The curriculum aligns with the competency domains of the Canadian Registered Safety Technician (CRST) designation offered by the Board of Canadian Registered Safety Professionals (BCRSP). The program will appeal to domestic and international students interested in a full-time, blended delivery program that combines theory and practice, culminating with work-integrated learning. Graduates will be prepared for employment in all occupational environments, from manufacturing and healthcare to transportation and agriculture, as in-house professionals or as consultants.
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Financial Services

Financial management is essential for any thriving business, and job opportunities within this sector are expected to continue growing in the years to come. Prepare yourself for exciting opportunities with the Financial Services program. Small-sized classes that incorporate practical learning cover topics such as financial accounting, applied business software, principles of marketing, and financial sales and negotiations. Beyond this crucial industry knowledge, you obtain certification in the Canadian Securities Course (CSC), life insurance (LLQP), mutual funds (IFIC), and retirement planning (RPC). Your whole readiness takes you further faster once you graduate.
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Office Administration – Legal

Combining your interest in the legal system with office administration opens doors to a career in lawfirms, government agencies, corporate legal departments, and other legal offices. In this program,build an understanding of current Canadian law issues, and become adept in specialized practiceareas such as civil litigation, family law, real estate, and wills and estate. Courses balance theory withpractical skills such as legal document preparation using word processing, legal terminology, law firmoffice or corporate legal department procedures, and the use of specialized legal office software. Afinal-semester field placement creates an opportunity to apply your learning in a real-world setting.Your well-rounded knowledge base prepares you for success in your career and life.
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Financial Services (Online)

Financial management is essential for any thriving business, and job opportunities within this sector are expected to continue growing in the years to come. Prepare yourself for exciting opportunities with the Financial Services program. Small-sized classes that incorporate practical learning cover topics such as financial accounting, applied business software, principles of marketing, and financial sales and negotiations. Beyond this crucial industry knowledge, you obtain certification in the Canadian Securities Course (CSC), life insurance (LLQP), mutual funds (IFIC), and retirement planning (RPC). Your whole readiness takes you further faster once you graduate.
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Office Administration – Legal (Online)

Combining your interest in the legal system with office administration opens doors to a career in lawfirms, government agencies, corporate legal departments, and other legal offices. In this program,build an understanding of current Canadian law issues, and become adept in specialized practiceareas such as civil litigation, family law, real estate, and wills and estate. Courses balance theory withpractical skills such as legal document preparation using word processing, legal terminology, law firmoffice or corporate legal department procedures, and the use of specialized legal office software. Afinal-semester field placement creates an opportunity to apply your learning in a real-world setting.Your well-rounded knowledge base prepares you for success in your career and life.
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Human Resources Management (Online)

Centennial College’s unique approach to human resources (HR) management incorporates currenttrends in HR, the affirmation of diversity and human rights, and the promotion of positive union andmanagement relations — transferrable across any industry or organization. Through either online orin-person delivery, develop expertise in all major areas of human resources such as: human resourceplanning, recruitment, selection, orientation, employee training and development, occupationalhealth and safety, compensation and benefits, employee relations, labour relations, managementaccounting, and human resource management systems. Course use case studies, simulations, andproject-based learning to help prepare you for real workplace situations.
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Paralegal

Access to justice requires well-trained and licensed paralegals to fill the demand for affordable legalservices. This program balances theory and practice to help you become a well-rounded professionalwho stands out. Your studies familiarize you with Canadian law, concentrating on subjects within thepermitted scope of paralegal practice. In addition to academic lectures, management practice, andmock trials, a 196-hour work placement puts theory into practice at established law and paralegalfirms. Centennial’s experiential learning component exceeds the Law Society’s requirements.This immersive practical experience, and resulting networking opportunities, further assist you insuccessfully navigating the field when you graduate.
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Business Administration - Supply Chain and Operations Management (Optional Co-op)

With training from this program, efficiently manage a business’s supply chain and operations.Courses cover a range of relevant topics. Among them are: purchasing and inventory management;operations planning; direct supervision and quality assurance; operations process analysis toidentify productivity improvements; business process re-engineering techniques to simplify andstreamline organizational processes; and planning and designing quality improvement programs.An especially interactive program feature involves learning to integrate manual and computerbasedsystems, such as enterprise resource planning software SAP, as they relate to supply chainmanagement activities. You graduate with the ability to confidently lead — in business and in life.
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Office Administration – Health Services (Online)

If you thrive in dynamic working environments, a health care office administration career may be for you. Your ability to efficiently run an office will play an important role in ensuring patients receive quality care. In this program, gain organizational and clinical support skills to assist medical professionals and their patients as well as the leadership skills to get ahead. Your courses cover essential health care support topics such as: medical terminology, anatomy for health administration, medical transcription, medical office procedures, electronic health record management, computerized OHIP billing, and diagnostic and lab procedures. During a work placement in a health care setting, apply your learning to various real-life scenarios.
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International Business Management (Online)

Imagine travelling to various countries to develop companies or providing consultation for firms withinternational business ventures. This program prepares you to enter today’s borderless businessworld with core business knowledge and international subject matter know-how. Learn througha practical approach that includes hands-on application in project management and businesscommunications. Gain an in-depth international perspective of business law, finance and banking,marketing, entrepreneurship and innovation, business research and analysis, business planning,corporate social responsibility and international development, and networking. Round out yourcareer, leadership, and life preparedness with the opportunity for a full-time 14-week experientiallearning experience (internship).
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Paralegal - Court and Tribunal Agent

Did you know that paralegals who can demonstrate excellent litigation and legal documentation skillsenjoy better job prospects? At Centennial, benefit from a hands-on education that blends theory andpractice to ensure you graduate with these marketable qualifications. Led by industry professionals,develop strong written and oral advocacy skills in the areas of authorized paralegal practice, ethics,legal accounting, communication, and practice management. This program gives you the opportunityto apply your newly-gained skills through a real-world field placement, and it grants you access tounique opportunities to study abroad*. You graduate with the leadership abilities to be confident andto get noticed.*may be impacted due to COVID-19
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Business – Human Resources (Optional Co-op)

Graduates from the Business – Human Resources program from Centennial College will be awarded an Ontario College Diploma. This is a two-year (four semester) program designed to prepare graduates to enter the growing field of human resources management, to prepare for a variety of careers in a shorter time period than having to complete an Advanced Diploma. In just two years, students will acquire the basic skills necessary to work in the exciting field of human resources [HR]. Graduates will have a foundation of general business knowledge to help them understand how human resources contributes to organizational success. Students will then focus on specific HR functional areas, including recruitment and selection, compensation, health and safety, and more. The Business – Human Resources program will provide an optional co-op.
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Marketing Management (Online)

The analytical, decision-making, organizational, and communications skills resulting from this program help you to see challenges as opportunities — both in your professional and personal life. Among the challenges currently impacting marketing functions are evolving technology, societal and sustainable needs, demographic trends, regulatory changes, and intense competition. Our up-to-date curriculum features coverage of relevant topics that address these obstacles in brand management, marketing project management, digital marketing, marketing services, integrated marketing communications, marketing research, and international marketing strategy. This program also serves as a path to continue your studies in specialized areas such as research and analytics or in corporate account management.
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Law Clerk

A recent poll by a leading staffing agency reveals that the coming years could see an increased demand for law clerks, as law firms seek to make efficiencies and transfer duties from first-year lawyers to trained law clerks. The Law Clerk program provides you with the necessary skills to prepare for these opportunities. Attend a wide variety of relevant courses, in conjunction with legal software training, to gain the leadership abilities to confidently seek employment in the legal profession. A unique program feature is a four-day-per-week work placement in your final semester. It provides you with invaluable work experience that allows you to apply your knowledge to real-life legal situations.
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Project Management (Online)

Make an immediate impact on any organization by gaining both a post-secondary credential andProject Management Professional (PMP) certification — the most important qualification for thoseentering this field. The Project Management Institute has licensed our program as a registerededucation provider, so courses follow A Guide to the Project Management Body of Knowledge,(PMBOK® Guide). A hands-on curriculum that integrates tools such as Microsoft Project andorganizational leadership-focused case studies enhances the inclusion of the guide, whichteaches you to manage projects in a timely and cost-effective manner. In program #2528, you mayparticipate in a 14-week experiential learning opportunity. This placement is eligible towards workrequirements for PMP® and CAPM® certifications.
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Business Administration – Accounting (Optional Co-op)

Numbers meet business strategy in this program. It is designed to take your interest in the financialsector and expand it with the accounting and business principles to set up and maintain the successof organizations in any sector. Business Administration – Accounting combines rigorous hands-onaccounting training with quality interactive business courses. The combination helps you to becomeadept in financial accounting; management accounting; and in the use of software suites, advancedaccounting software, and systems design. Taxes, auditing, and corporate finance round out theprofessional options available in this program’s third year. You graduate with the business andleadership skills to make an immediate impact.
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Office Administration – Health Services

If you thrive in dynamic working environments, a health care office administration career may befor you. Your ability to efficiently run an office will play an important role in ensuring patients receivequality care. In this program, gain organizational and clinical support skills to assist medicalprofessionals and their patients as well as the leadership skills to get ahead. Your courses coveressential health care support topics such as: medical terminology, anatomy for health administration,medical transcription, medical office procedures, electronic health record management,computerized OHIP billing, and diagnostic and lab procedures. During a work placement in a healthcare setting, apply your learning to various real-life scenarios.
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Business - Accounting (Online)

In just two years, the Business – Accounting program prepares you with the technical, business,and leadership skills to excel in numerous accounting-related opportunities. It includes thequality features of all Centennial accounting programs. At the same time, this offering specificallyconcentrates on building proficiency in financial and managerial accounting and fostering in-depthknowledge of industry-standard accounting software. Receive training in Quickbooks and Sage 300ERP through interactive virtual or in-person demonstrations and practical application of key featuresand concepts. Courses also emphasize communication and analytical skills, which are essential forcareer success.
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Marketing - Digital Engagement Strategy (Optional Co-op)

In today’s digital world, developing and evaluating digital marketing strategies to maximize customerengagement and create meaningful interactions is integral for supporting business growth. Thisprogram explores analyzing technology trends; deriving insights from data; designing contentmanagement strategies; and executing plans across paid, owned, and earned media. As part of thecoursework, you will be eligible to earn industry certifications such as Google Ads, Google Analytics,and Facebook Blueprint. Apply your learning — and become prepared to lead — through experientiallearning opportunities with a marketer, a retailer, or an agency serving clients.
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Supply Chain Management - Logistics (Optional Co-op)

The world of supply chain management and logistics requires both technical skills and businessknowledge for success. Get that balance through this program’s interactive curriculum as you learnto formulate strategies, understand transportation economics, effectively lead, and develop andexecute key decisions. Supply Chain Management - Logistics provides you with an interdisciplinaryperspective of the multitude of supply chain management and logistics roles that are crucial to anyorganization. It also familiarizes you with relevant industry software. Your holistic skill set will betransferable to various careers — and to your personal life.
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Business

Whether you want an education in multiple business disciplines or a foundation for a specialty area,this program gives you a solid knowledge base and the leadership skills to launch a career. Graduatewith comprehension and skills in contemporary concepts, theories, and best practices related to thefunctional areas of accounting, finance, human resources, marketing, and operations. To ensure youare ready for the modern business environment, you also gain additional interpersonal skills. Amongthem are: effective communication, customer service, teamwork, positive attitudes and behaviours,adaptability, responsibility, problem-solving, and continuous learning.
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Marketing - Corporate Account Management (Online)

As a corporate account management sales professional, you will build and maintain positive relationships with high-value clients by responding to their needs and resolving their issues. This requires business-to-business (B2B), business-to-consumer (B2C), and institutional marketplace knowledge as well as a sales, marketing, and customer service foundation — all of which this program covers. Interactive courses also teach you to put the customer first with a leadership mindset that adapts to diverse customer needs. Your skill set will include: competitive and marketplace analyses abilities, analytics and customer relationship management tools knowledge, professional selling techniques through digital content and omni-channel marketing, and negotiations know-how.
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Strategic Management – Accounting Specialization (Online)

By effectively executing strategic decisions, contribute in a managerial accounting leadership rolethat impacts a business’s viability and growth. This ability opens you up to work in environments suchas government offices, accounting firms, financial institutions, and service industries. Our programdeepens your understanding of financial accounting, management accounting, finance, taxation, andauditing. Studies and simulations, a strong focus on leading-edge managerial practices of the world’sbest companies, and knowledge of the latest accounting and management information systemsround out your Centennial experience.
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