Introduction to Hospitality Accounting (HOSP 1860)

This course introduces students to the basic terminology, concepts and principles of hospitality accounting, including the preparation, analysis, and interpretation of financial statements. Topics include processing of hospitality financial transactions, front office accounting systems, night auditing, payroll accounting, and accounting for inventory. In this course, students recognize that knowing the basics of accounting will improve the management skills in all levels of a hospitality operation.
Course code: HOSP 1860
Credits: 3.0
Length: 45.0 hours
Course outline: view https://www.vcc.ca/vccphp/courseoutline?subject=HOSP&number=1860

Schedule 1

Course dates and times may vary throughout the term. Select the CRN number below to see a full schedule.
CRN # Dates Day/Time/Location
41338January 6, 2025
to April 25, 2025
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  Delivery: In Person
  Location: VCC Downtown Campus
41343January 6, 2025
to April 25, 2025
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  Delivery: In Person
  Location: VCC Downtown Campus
41353January 6, 2025
to April 25, 2025
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  Delivery: In Person
  Location: VCC Downtown Campus
41333January 6, 2025
to April 25, 2025
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  Delivery: In Person
  Location: VCC Downtown Campus
41348January 6, 2025
to April 25, 2025
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  Delivery: In Person
  Location: VCC Downtown Campus
70105September 2, 2025
to December 17, 2025
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  Delivery: In Person
  Location: VCC Downtown Campus
70110September 2, 2025
to December 17, 2025
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  Delivery: In Person
  Location: VCC Downtown Campus
70133September 2, 2025
to December 17, 2025
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  Delivery: In Person
  Location: VCC Downtown Campus

Schedule 2

HOSP 1860 schedule for programs:

Course dates and times may vary throughout the term. Select the CRN number below to see a full schedule.
CRN # Dates Day/Time/Location
72116September 2, 2025
to December 15, 2025
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  Delivery: In Person
  Location: VCC Downtown Campus
72131September 2, 2025
to December 15, 2025
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  Delivery: In Person
  Location: VCC Downtown Campus

Additional Information

  • Basic concepts of accounting
  • Analyzing transactions, accounting equation
  • All steps of accounting cycle
  • Preparation of financial statements
  • Analyzing financial statements
  • Front office accounting system
  • Night auditing processes
  • Accounting for inventory
  • Payroll accounting

To learn more about the PLAR pathways for this course review the Hospitality Management Diploma Program Content Guide.

This course is offered as part of a VCC program only.

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