Accounting
Develop fundamental accounting skills and knowledge highly sought by organizations across all sectors of todays economy. Build the framework to earn your Certified Professional Accountant (CPA) designation.
120 credits, 4 Years,
Part-time available
Program Details
Organizations of all sizes utilize accounting professionals to manage their finances.
A Bachelor of Commerce in Accounting provides you with the practical knowledge, procedures, principles, and professional requirements to work in accounting. You will gain foundational knowledge in all aspects of business, including financial and strategic management, marketing, economics and organizational behaviour.
This program provides ideal preparation to become a Chartered Professional Accountant (CPA).
Career Paths
- Chartered Professional Accountant
- Auditor
- Actuary
- Treasurer
Why at 蹤獲扞⑹
- Gain essential knowledge to collect, analyze, interpret, report and oversee financial and economic operations
- Earn your Bachelor of Commerce in Accounting the recommended degree for anyone pursing a CPA
- Join a professional field sought by all businesses, enterprises, government agencies and public organizations
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Admission Requirements
High School Requirements (applicable for B.C. and Yukon)
Overall average of 65% minimum in the following:
- English Studies 12 or English First Peoples 12
- Pre-Calculus 12 (minimum 60%)
- Approved Academic Grade 12 Course
- Approved Academic Grade 12 Course
- Additional Grade 12 Course (Elective or Academic)
Domestic Admission Requirements
View the full list of Approved Academic Grade 12 Courses
More high school admission requirements (including out-of-province, International Baccalaureate and Advanced Placement)
Transfer Requirements
- Have attempted at least 15 credit hours of post-secondary transferrable coursework from a recognized institution
- Be in good academic standing at the transfer institution
- Have a 2.0 GPA from the most recent 30 credits prior to transfer
- For the purposes of verifying any outstanding first-year prerequisites, high school transcripts may be requested
International Admission Requirements
International Student Requirements
- Meet 蹤獲扞⑹'s English language requirements
- Meet the international admission requirements by country or meet the admission with a General Certificate of Education (or equivalent)
- Complete the required high school course equivalencies outlined in the Domestic tab prior.
Transfer Requirements
- Have attempted at least 15 credit hours of post-secondary transferrable coursework from a recognized institution
- Be in good academic standing at the transfer institution
- Have a 2.0 GPA from the most recent 30 credits prior to transfer
- For the purposes of verifying any outstanding first-year prerequisites, high school transcripts may be requested
Tuition and Fees
Approximate Costs per Academic Year
(30 credit hours, 10 courses)
| Domestic | International | |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition* | $5,985 | $26,750 |
| Student fees* | $1,125 | $1,315 |
| Books* | $1,400 | $1,400 |
* Tuition, fees and books are subject to change and vary among programs.
Scholarships, Bursaries and Awards
View the hundreds of available scholarships, bursaries, and awards.
- 1 in 4 students receive a 蹤獲扞⑹ financial award.
- $3,500,000 in financial awards given each year.
Important Dates
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