Program Details

Accounting and Management Technology

Diploma of College Studies (DCS)
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About the Program

Join LaSalle College Montréal's Accounting and Management Technology DCS program and learn about various aspects of management, including supplies, sales, accounting, finance, market development, international commercial transactions, and supervision of personnel.

Acquire a comprehensive understanding of techniques that will be valuable assets in various types of businesses.

Learning Outcomes

  • Master financial accounting for precise data analysis and interpretation in decision-making.
  • Acquire management knowledge for effective business operation through planning, organizing, and controlling.
  • Elevate critical thinking to evaluate finances, identify opportunities, and strategize growth.
  • Gain software proficiency to streamline financial processes and enhance efficiency.

Profile

Successful Accounting and Management Technicians have a unique combination of skills, including:

  • Attention to Detail

    Ensure accurate reporting, minimizing errors and ensuring compliance.
  • Analytical Thinking

    Interpret data, spot patterns, and make informed decisions.
  • Time Management

    Prioritize tasks, meet deadlines, handle responsibilities in fast-paced accounting and management.
  • Ethical Conduct

    Uphold standards, maintain confidentiality, adhere to professional codes in accounting and management.

Career Prospects

The outlook for Québec accountants is bright, with growing job opportunities driven by factors like expected employment growth, retirements, demand for transparency, cybersecurity, and compliance, fraud prevention, and changing regulations.

Read more on Canada's Job Bank website.

Career Fields

Professionals in Accounting and Management Technology can work in different environments:

  • Accounting services,
  • Retail sales or manufacturing: cost, overhead, and stock management,
  • Financial evaluation of projects,
  • Business development and consultation,
  • Businesses in economic sectors.

Diploma & Accreditation

This Diploma of College Studies (DCS) is approved by the ministère de l'Enseignement supérieur of Québec and is internationally recognized.

Holders of a Diploma of College Studies (DCS) can pursue university studies or enter the workforce directly.

Required Materials

A laptop computer is mandatory for study in this program. This laptop must be equipped with the Windows operating system to work with all software.

Mentors may request other standard or student-licensed software mandatory for their courses to be installed.

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It has been determined that a Windows PC is required for your program. If you plan to use a Mac, you may need to configure your Mac laptop to run software on Windows.

Minimum Requirements :

  • Intel Core i5 processor or equivalent  
  • 8 GB of RAM or more  
  • 512 GB or larger SSD (Solid State Drive)  
  • Windows 11 (Home, Education, or Pro versions).  

Recommended Requirements

  • Intel Core i7 processor or equivalent  
  • 12 GB of RAM or more  
  • 512 GB or larger SSD (Solid State Drive)  
  • Windows 11 (Home, Education, or Pro versions).  

We recommend purchasing an external numeric keyboard if your laptop does not already have one.

Required software: Sage 50, Microsoft 365S (Word, PP, Excel) and specialized software like MS Access and MS Visio, Dreamweaver CC, Adobe Acrobat Reader, TaxPrep.

Business Analytics on Tablet

Opportunities

Our unique approach incorporates real-world experience with classroom learning for hands-on, practical education.

  • Collaborate with active industry professionals;
  • Sharpen skills in a practical setting;
  • Familiarize yourself with the software used by today's professionals.

Accelerate your career!

Cutting-edge facilities & equipment

Experiment with industry-standard equipment, software, and technology in our advanced facilities, including:

Actively participate and collaborate with teachers using these specialized facilities, boosting your motivation and confidence.

Work Experience

Get sought-after practical experience with our Career Service and our Work-Study Program (WSP), which incorporates two paid internships into your program.

Our Accounting and Management Technology program also includes a 105-hour internship as part of the curriculum.

Admissions Criteria

Exceptions to these admission criteria may be applied.

Every application is reviewed by the College.

To be eligible for acceptance into this program, applicants are generally required to meet one of the following criteria:

  • Secondary School Diploma (DES) with completion of:

    • Mathematics TS, SN Secondary IV or CST 5 (Math 436).
  • Diploma of Vocational Studies (DVS) with completion of:

    • Language of Instruction from Secondary V,

    • Second Language from Secondary V,

    • Mathematics TS, SN Secondary IV or CST 5 (Math 436).

  • Equivalent education or an instruction deemed sufficient.

Academic Dates

LaSalle College has three annual start dates: fall, winter, and summer.

We accept applications at any time. Registration is open year-round.

Processing time:

  • Canadian applicants: up to two weeks,
  • International applicants: up to six months.

Submit your application as soon as possible to ensure a spot in your desired semester.

Note that applications are not processed until all required, validated documents and admission fees are received.

List of Courses

Diploma of College Studies (DCS) programs consist of:

  • General education courses common to all programs,
  • General education courses specific to the program,
  • Complementary general education courses.

Concentration Courses

  • Careers in Management (45 h)
  • Organizational Communication (45 h)
  • Accounting I (60 h)
  • Computer Management I (45 h)
  • Management (60 h)
  • Accounting II (60 h)
  • Marketing (60 h)
  • Computer Management II (45 h)
  • Statistics for Management (60 h)
  • Business Law (45 h)
  • Finance I (45 h)
  • Communications d’affaires I (45 h)
  • Human Resources Management (60 h)
  • Budget Planning and Control (45 h)
  • Macroeconomics (60 h)
  • Accounting III (60 h)
  • Purchasing and Inventory Management (75 h)
  • Management and Information Systems (45 h)
  • Database Management (45 h)
  • Global Enterprise and Corporate Environment (45 h)
  • International Trade I (45 h)
  • Finance II (45 h)
  • Entrepreneurship (45 h)
  • Cost Accounting (60 h)
  • Quality Control (45 h)
  • International Trade II (45 h)
  • Computerized Accounting (45 h)
  • Taxation (60 h)
  • Internal Audit (60 h)
  • Specialized Accounting (60 h)
  • Project Management (45 h)
  • Internship in Accounting (105 h)

* The College reserves the right to substitute some courses.


General Education Courses

College-level institutions emphasize general education that focuses on core cultural knowledge, skill development, responsible citizenship, and shared cultural heritage.

Alumni have a well-rounded skill set and general knowledge that is valued in the workplace.

  • 3 Physical Education courses (90 h)
  • 3 Humanities courses (150 h)
  • 4 Language and Literature courses (240 h)
  • 2 Second Language courses (90 h)
  • 2 complementary courses (90 h)

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