Certificate programs

Accounting certificate
The Accounting certificate program is a comprehensive accounting program designed for mature students who wish to pursue a career in accounting or financial management. The program is designed to serve the special needs of students wishing to accelerate their progress towards the achievement of graduate membership in one of the professional societies. Specifically, the Accounting certificate will provide students with significant advance credit towards the professional program of the Society of Management Accountants, the Certified General Accountants, and the Institute of Chartered Accountants. Students are advised to acquaint themselves with the transfer credit/course exemption policies of the accounting societies.
The program may be taken on a part-time basis over several years or on a full-time basis over three semesters. As enrolment is limited, early application is encouraged. The course workload of the full-time program is rigorous and demanding. Prospective students must be prepared to devote above-normal effort and time to their studies.
This commitment is considered essential for successful completion of the program. Professional bodies provide scholarships for students entering their programs. Details may be obtained from the program chair or the Financial Aid office.

Entrance requirements
1. B.C. secondary school graduation, or equivalent.
2. Principles of Mathematics 12 provincially examined (C+ or better), or UCFV MATH 095 (C+ or better) or MATH 110 (C+ or better), or a MATA score of 67% or better, or equivalent. MATH 111 and 115 also meet this requirement but have Math 12 as a prerequisite.
3. English 12 provincially examined (C+ or better) or UCFV ENGL 081 and 091, or ENGL 099 (C+ or better), or CPT score of 48 or better.
4. Completion of BUS 144 or BUS 145 or the equivalent (B- or better).
5. Completion of BUS 160.
Notes:
a) Applicants with minor deficiencies may, at the discretion of the Business Administration department, be considered for conditional admission.
b) How to Apply: Refer to Business Administration How to Apply section.

Program outline
Core courses

Course listings
For complete details on courses see Course descriptions.

Electives
Any two approved Business Administration courses as per the recommendations below.

Professional programs
Students should choose electives appropriate for the professional program they intend to follow. Consult the program chair or respective professional program transfer guide.
BUS 347 — Auditing Principles, BUS 439 — Advanced Financial Accounting, and BUS 449 — Financial Management II are advanced courses that may be considered as electives in the Accounting certificate.
    All the professional programs have work-experience and grade requirements. In addition, these programs change from time to time so interested students should consult the respective professional society or association for up-to-date details.

Length and location
Students taking the program on a full-time basis usually complete it in three semesters. Part-time students may take up to seven years to complete the requirements. We recommend that people working full-time take no more than two courses per semester. All students may have to travel between campuses during their program. Most 300-level courses are offered only on the Abbotsford campus.
    The Administration certificate program is offered as a part-time program which consists of two sections. In the core section you will complete six courses which provide a general background in the fundamentals of administration. The elective section allows you a choice of Business Administration courses depending on your interests or requirements, including public/municipal administration courses when available through other institutions or by correspondence.
 

Administration certificate
Entrance requirements

1. B.C. secondary school graduation, or equivalent.
2. Principles of Mathematics 11 (C+ or better), or UCFV MATH 085 (C+ or better), or equivalent.
3. English 12 provincially examined (C+ or better) or UCFV ENGL 081 and 091, or ENGL 099 (C+ or better), or CPT score of 48 or better.
4. One full year of full-time work experience after high school.
Note: Students intending to register for CMNS 125 and BUS 160 should refer to prerequisite information listed in the Course descriptions section.
    Students lacking recent preparation are advised to consult with the department about entrance requirement equivalencies.

Program outline
Core courses

Course listings
For complete details on courses see Course descriptions.

Elective courses
Six other Business Administration credit courses for which the student meets the prerequisite requirements. CMNS 235, Oral Communications, is a recommended elective. Courses in areas other than Business Administration may be considered electives at the department’s discretion.

Length and location
Students may take up to seven years to complete the requirements for this certificate program (full-time study to complete the program in one year is not possible). We recommend that people working full-time take no more than two courses per semester. All students should expect to travel between campuses during their program.

Marketing and Sales certificate
The Marketing and Sales certificate is a part-time program designed for high school graduates interested in marketing and sales as a career. The program provides additional development for those already working in this field, and a solid educational background for those currently in other fields but planning a career in marketing and sales.

Entrance requirements
1. B.C. secondary school graduation, or equivalent.
2. Principles of Mathematics 11 (C+ or better), or UCFV MATH 085 (C+ or better), or equivalent.
3. English 12 provincially examined (C+ or better) or UCFV ENGL 081 and 091, or ENGL 099 (C+ or better), or CPT score of 48 or better.
Note: Students intending to register for CMNS 125, BUS 160, BUS 203, or CIS 110 should refer to prerequisite information listed in the Course Descriptions.
Students lacking recent preparation are advised to consult with the department about entrance requirement equivalencies.

Program outline
Core courses

Electives
Four BUS electives, three of which must come from the courses below:

*Note: These courses have prerequisites

Course listings
For complete details on courses see Course descriptions.

Length and location
Students may take up to seven years to complete the requirements (full-time study to complete the program in one year is not possible). We recommend that people working full-time take no more than two courses per semester. All students should expect to travel between campuses during their program. Once you have completed the requirements, you may apply to Admissions and Records for the certificate.
 

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