Payroll and Bookkeeping (Optional Co-op)

Description:

Students will be introduced to an alternative computerized accounting system with an emphasis in determining a suitable computerized accounting system for a company's needs. A cloud based accounting software package will be used in illustrating the application of its functions to particular tasks.

• Hours: 42
• Credits: 3
• Pre-Requisites: ACCT2220 OR ACCT2225
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Description:

This dynamic career course offers a comprehensive exploration of essential skills and strategies required for career success. Students will learn to navigate the labour market effectively, conducting research to identify employment opportunities and potential employers that align with their career goals. They will also attain skills in writing professional self marketing documents, tailored to specific job opportunities. With a focus on interview preparation, students will participate in a range of simulated scenarios, learning to respond confidently and competently to various interview questions, enhancing their employability and interview performance. By the end of the course, students will emerge equipped with the skills and strategies needed to thrive in today's competitive job market.

• Hours: 28
• Credits: 2
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Description: This series of modules will prepare students for job searching for their co-op work terms with the guidance of a Coop Advisor. Students will familiarize themselves with the co-operative education policies and procedures and will learn the expectations, rules, and regulations that apply in the workplace regarding social, organizational, ethical, and safety issues while developing an awareness of self-reflective practices. Students will reflect on their skills, attitudes, and expectations and examine available opportunities in the workplace. Successful completion of these modules is a requirement for co-op eligibility.

• Hours: 14
• Credits: 1
• Pre-Requisites:
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Description:

Students who complete this course will be able to calculate and report the government and third-party remittances, year-end requirements and accounting for payroll at the compliance level for the organization. Students will be able to effectively communicate these organizational processes and requirements, and the role of technology in facilitating organizational compliance, to internal and external stakeholders.

• Hours: 42
• Credits: 3
• Pre-Requisites: CPAY1010
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Description: In this course, students will demonstrate the ability to communicate clearly, concisely, and convincingly with clients, employees and co-workers. While monitoring their non-verbal communication, they will learn how to listen actively to ensure accurate information gathering. Students will deliver oral presentations in a variety of settings including on-on-one and small groups, with a view to building confidence and professionalism. Students will also be introduced to the option of business ownership, how a business operates, forms of business and the role of government in small business. Established business practices and ethics will be explored using case studies. Students will create the various components of a business plan.

• Hours: 56
• Credits: 4
• Pre-Requisites:
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Description:

The major objective of this course is to provide students with an understanding of the process, issues and techniques involved in developing and administering a modern compensation system. Students will acquire knowledge about theoretical and applied aspects of the compensation function, an understanding of the linkage between the compensation function and organizational management process, and familiarity with the compensation system design necessary to attract, retain and motivate employees.

• Hours: 42
• Credits: 3
• Pre-Requisites:
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Description: This course will provide the student with a fundamental working knowledge of the key provisions of labour and employment law legislation. Areas of study include: Employment Standards, Human Rights and the Labour Relations Act, and the rights of employees, employers and unions and the impact of these Acts on items such as hiring, termination, discrimination, union certification and union decertification. A brief overview of elements on Employment contracts and Collective Labour Agreement will also be included.

• Hours: 42
• Credits: 3
• Pre-Requisites:
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Description: This co-op work term will provide students with college-approved work experience in an authentic, professionally relevant work environment. Students will be provided the opportunity to connect theory and practice by leveraging their academic training to develop a broad base of vocational skills. The practical applications of this work term will promote students’ awareness of key concepts and terminology in their field, cultivate their problem-solving and decision-making capabilities, encourage their development of professional autonomy and collaboration, and enhance their capacity to analyze and reflect on their demonstrated abilities in the workplace.

• Hours: 420
• Credits: 14
• Pre-Requisites:
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Description: Students will use Microsoft Excel as a data analytics tool to create workbooks that use advanced functions in to analyze financial and non-financial data. This includes the retrieval, synthesis, and analysis of large datasets. Understanding end-user requirements will be a primary consideration to ensure the objectives of analysis are satisfied while using best practices regarding data management to ensure data integrity. Students will have an opportunity to prepare financial statements, perform trend analysis, use pivot tables, chart financial data, use business intelligence tools, and develop an Excel application. The material covered in this course, including macro creation, will enhance the ability of the student to create and streamline accounting workbooks for optimal control, ease of use, and report design. As part of this course students will have covered all topics for the Microsoft Office Specialist Exam: “Excel Expert: Interpreting data for Insights.”

• Hours: 56
• Credits: 4
• Pre-Requisites: ACCT1340 OR ACCT1345
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Description:

The payroll technology practicum is a critical part of the payroll practitioner development plan and provides real-world experience with an industry standard Canadian payroll and HR technology platform.

By the end of this course, students will have demonstrated the ability to implement end-to-end payroll processing and administration using an online software program.

• Hours: 42
• Credits: 3
• Pre-Requisites: CPAY2000
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Description:

The focus of this course is on designing, administering and funding company benefit plans including life, short term disability, long term disability, major medical, dental and pension plans. Current trends in the insurance industry in the group benefits area will be reviewed. Students will also have an opportunity to explore the linkages which exist between government sponsored plans and company sponsored plans. Current approaches to benefit design will be reviewed and students will explore alternative design types and critique their suitability for differing employee needs. Cost and price issues will also be reviewed along with some of the major pieces of legislation impacting on this area.

• Hours: 36
• Credits: 3
• Pre-Requisites: HRM1050
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Description:

The primary focus of this introductory course is to offer the student an overview of the Human Resource (HR) Management function and each of its disciplines. The course emphasis is on the application of the skills and techniques commonly used today by HR professionals in each discipline area, and on understanding how they are related to the organization's overall strategy and objectives. Pertinent legislation is studied in detail. A section of the course is devoted to developing effective job search skills and to presenting oneself effectively in interviews.

• Hours: 42
• Credits: 3
• Pre-Requisites:
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Description:

This course provides an introduction to the management and supervision skills specific to payroll administrators. Topics include payroll best practices, benchmarking working with various government agencies and organizations, complex issues related to payroll administration and payroll planning to support organizational planning.

• Hours: 42
• Credits: 3
• Pre-Requisites: CPAY0040 OR CPAY1000 AND CPAY0050 OR CPAY1010 AND CPAY0060 OR CPAY2000
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