About the Program

The Business Accounting and Bookkeeping certificate program provides you with comprehensive computerized accounting and office skills to maintain complete sets of books, verify financial transaction procedures, and provide bookkeeping services. In 23 weeks, you'll master industry-standard accounting software and gain the necessary skills for accounting-related positions across Manitoba's public and private sectors.

What You'll Learn

• Core bookkeeping foundations - Basic Bookkeeping Level 1 and 2 covering complete sets of books, financial transaction recording procedures, account verification, personal bookkeeping services
• Industry-standard accounting software - Sage 50 Premium Accounting and QuickBooks Premier mastery for computerized bookkeeping and financial management
• Customizable elective courses - choose minimum 6 courses from: Office Skills, Word Processing, Spreadsheets, Graphics/Presentation, Accounting, Help Desk & Call Centre Skills to match your career goals
• Flexible Manitoba locations - available at Winnipeg North and Winnipeg South campuses with convenient scheduling options

Career Opportunities

Roles: Accounting Bookkeeper in public and private sectors handling confidential budget information, processing financial reports and memoranda, dealing with statistical and accounting data, maintaining files and records, performing office support functions earning $36,900-$70,818

Why it matters: Accounting careers continuously in high demand—skilled bookkeepers are essential across all industries for maintaining accurate financial records and supporting business operations