In this two-year diploma program, you will gain in-depth knowledge of accounting, payroll and human resource practices and related technology applications. You will benefit from hands-on learning through case studies based on actual work situations, and leading-edge accounting and payroll software. Guest speakers and simulated real-life projects will also add to your learning experience. |
Throughout this program you will develop the following skills:
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This program offers the option to complete a work term, providing valuable hands-on experience in your field of study. Students interested in completing a work term should apply to the PROGRAMNAME program.
Students who select the work term stream will have the opportunity to participate in a work term(s) if eligibility requirements are maintained. Students will have the flexibility to transfer to the non-work term stream at any time. The work term(s) is similar in length to an academic semester and is typically a full-time position that may be paid or unpaid. The work term job search is student-driven and participation in the work term stream does not guarantee that a work position will be secured. However, students will receive guidance and support through in-class career workshops and one-on-one coaching to help prepare for the work term.
| Start in | Location | Availability |
|---|---|---|
| May 2025 | Newnham | Open |
| Sept. 2025 | Newnham | Open |
| Jan. 2026 | Newnham | Open |
Please note that availability is subject to change and a seat is not guaranteed.
| Start in | Location | Availability |
|---|---|---|
| May 2025 | Newnham | Open |
| Sept. 2025 | Newnham | Open |
| Jan. 2026 | Newnham | Open |
Please note that availability is subject to change and a seat is not guaranteed.
This program meets Post-Graduation Work Permit (PGWP) eligibility requirements.
This program is offered in Seneca's hybrid delivery format with some courses available in Seneca's flexible delivery format. Some coursework is online and some must be completed in person. Students will need to come on campus to complete in-person learning requirements. In courses delivered in the flexible format, using interactive learning spaces, professors teach in person to students in a physical classroom or lab and stream to students online at the same time. Students have a choice of coming to campus for an in-person experience or learning online.
Learn more: Seneca’s program delivery options and how courses in this program will be delivered each term.
Graduates of the program can explore the following career options:
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As a graduate of this program, provided you achieve the required grade in certain courses, you will have the educational requirements for the National Payroll Institute’s Payroll Compliance Professional certificate and three credits toward the Payroll Leadership Professional certificate.
| NPI Course | Seneca Course | Included in Accounting and Payroll Program |
|---|---|---|
| Payroll Compliance | Payroll Compliance Legislation* | Yes |
| Payroll Fundamentals I | Payroll Fundamentals I* | Yes |
| Payroll Fundamentals II | Payroll Fundamentals II* | Yes |
| Introduction to Accounting | Accounting Basics I | Yes |
*There is an additional cost for payroll certification courses included in the program.
| NPI Course | Seneca Course | Included in Accounting and Payroll Program |
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| Introduction to Payroll Management | Introduction to Payroll Management | Offered through Continuing Education |
| Applied Payroll Management | Applied Payroll Management | Offered through Continuing Education |
| Organizational Behaviour | Organizational Behaviour | Yes |
| Managerial Accounting | Managerial Accounting | Yes |
| Design and Administration of Compensation Plans | Design and Administration of Compensation Plans | Yes |
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