EXLGP 8206 - Local Government Accounting
Course Description
Provides basic knowledge of local government accounting practices, budget preparation, and importance of records for accounting, control and auditing of public records. The difference between local government accounting practices and general accounting are also examined.
This course may be eligible for the Canada-Alberta Productivity Grant (CAPG), with final approval determined by CAPG administrators. Employers and applicants can review the CAPG guidelines and full details on the University of Albertaโs Continuing Education website.
Who Should Take This Course?
Aimed at individuals interested in moving into higher level responsibilities in the local government field; our student body includes municipal government employees in planning, corporate services, economic development, operations, finance, and more.
Learning Objectives
By the end of this course, students should be able to:
- ๐ธ Have an understanding of basic accounting transactions.
- ๐ธ Work with accounting transactions in the context of local government.
- ๐ธ Understand how transactions culminate in annual financial information.
- ๐ธ Gain appreciation of the accounting function in relation to other departments of the municipality.
- ๐ธ Understand the meaning and preparation of local government financial statements under the Public Sector Accounting Board standards.
- ๐ธ Interpret and explain local government financial statements.
Notes
- ๐ธFully online asynchronous course, accessible through CE Canvas, the University of Alberta’s eLearning management tool.
- ๐ธParticipate in online discussions with peers from all over Canada and expand your professional network.
- ๐ธAll learning materials are provided through CE Canvas.
- ๐ธThis is a 39-hour elective course for the NACLAA Level I certificate.
Recommendations
Students intending to complete a program are encouraged to apply as soon as possible to lock in their course requirements.
Applies Towards the Following Programs
- National Advanced Certificate in Local Authority Administration Level I : Elective Courses