Program at a glance
Credential
Diploma
Work experience
Co-op / internship
Study options
Full-time
Part-time
Open to International
Yes
Area of study
Length
2 years
Prepare for a career in accounting
Start in September, January or May
You'll develop the background and knowledge to enter business or government in an accounting capacity. With your accounting diploma from ܼŲͼ, you can expect to be employed as an accounting technician or auditor, or in related positions in the accounting field. You can also continue to work towards your designation with theBachelor of Business Administration.
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CPA Prerequisites
ܼŲͼ offers all of the courses required to enter the(CPA) Program. Please book an appointment with anAcademic AdvisorǰProgram Leaderto see how the diploma works with your CPA program needs. Don't have a Degree? Complete ܼŲͼ’sBBA Accounting Degreewhich includes all the prerequisite courses.
Find out more about upcomingaccounting networking and information sessionsoccurring at ܼŲͼ, including CPA events.
Information Sessions
The School of Business Information Sessions are a great way to learn more about a program and to get your questions answered by faculty and staff.
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Who can I contact if I want more information?
International students please contact International Admissions
What you'll learn
Current students wanting information about your program, go to student planning in.
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Program outline
For more details, including courses, please see the program outline in the Academic Calendar.
What to expect
Theprogram consists of 20courseswhich can be completed in approximately twoyears if taken on a full-time basis. Evening and daytime classes are held predominantly at the Interurban campus and the program can be taken on a part-time basis.
Year 1
In the first year, you’ll work through introductory–level courses in accounting, finance, economics, and marketing. Exit the program after your first year with a Certificate in Business Administration or continue on to year 2.
Year 2
In your second year, you'll work through management accounting, financial accounting, and corporate finance courses. Exit the program after Year 2 with a Diploma in Business Administration - Accounting Option.
Co-operative Education Option
Apply your classroom skills in the workplace and bring your workplace skills back to the classroom! When you engage in co-operative education, you get an early start on preparing for your career after graduation! You will have the opportunity to alternate between full-time studies and full-time paid work where you can bring your applied learning classroom to life.
To participate in Co-operative Education, prior to your first work term you will need to successfully complete
- Eight (8) first year courses, with a cumulativeof 3.0 (C+), and
- the Career Development-Workplace Preparation Skills (CDEV-WPS) course
Learn more about the Co-op Education program
International students
Under Canadian Immigration Law, as an international student you are eligible to participate in co-operative education and you can legally work in Canada during specified work terms. TheWork Permit Checklist for international studentswill assist in planning your participation in co-operative education.
A rewarding career
Financial auditors and accountants in BC*of$72,996depending on employer and seniority.
*2022 Job Bank Wage data
Tuition and fees
Effective from September 1, 2024, to August 31, 2025.
Estimated tuition
Tuition estimates are for the entire program.
Business Administration, Diploma - Accounting Option
$7,310 (domestic)
$32,864 (international)
Business Administration, Diploma - Accounting Option, Internship designation
$8,130 (domestic)
$35,142 (international)
Business Administration, Diploma - Accounting Option, Co-op designation
$8,821 (domestic)
$36,833 (international)
Domestic tuition fees vary depending on the individual course fees for the classes you select.
For International students visit: International Tuition & Fees.
Student fees
In addition to tuition estimates, student fees are calculated based on your enrolment. Refer to:Student Fees.
Financial assistance
You may need to find more than one source of funding to help pay for your education and living costs while attending college. Check out sources of money you don't need to pay back as well as those that need to be repaid.
Admission Requirements
One of:
When you apply you will need to submit proof that you meet the program admission requirements listed above. Where a letter grade is specified, you must have proof of that grade or higher.
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Program participation requirements
- Many first year Business courses require Math as a prerequisite (e.g. “C” in Pre-calculus 11, Foundations of Math 11,MATH 073,MATH 077, MATH 137,or “C+” inMATH 072,MATH 075, or MATH 135). Students may enter this program without Math but please note, students must complete one of the Math courses as listed above or successfully complete ܼŲͼ’s Math assessment in or before their first semester of study.
Our teaching staff
ܼŲͼ is proud of the excellent quality of its instruction. Our teaching staff are experienced, inspiring and supportive of our students' individual journeys. For more information about our faculty, please visit the School of Business homepage.
Faculty/staff profile
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Martha Okot Thomas
Department Chair
thomasm@camosun.ca
250-370-4153
Centre for Business & Access (CBA)
Faculty/staff profile
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Learn more
For more details, including courses, please see the Program Outline.
Contact information
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