Accounting
Accounting allows you to build a solid foundation in financial and managerial accounting, auditing, and taxation. You will learn to produce accurate financial statements and cover increasingly complex accounting topics. As part of your program, you can take all the courses required to apply for Ontario’s Certified Professional Accountant (CPA) designation in the specialization, or simply gain knowledge in accounting in the option.
The Honours BCom in Accounting is available in CO-OP and French immersion.
Accounting Option
If you are looking for a program with more flexibility, you may prefer the option in Accounting. This option allows you to learn about accounting while also choosing a second option, minor, or additional electives compared to the Specialization in Accounting.
Accounting Specialization
If you would like to pursue a career as a Chartered Professional Accountant (CPA), the specialization in Accounting will lead you on this path. The specialization is recognized by CPA Ontario as the equivalent to the prepatory phase of the CPA accreditation by CPA Ontario and CPA Quebec as an academic prerequisite for CPA Quebec.
New Dual Options or Minors
A few examples of options and minor combinations you can pursue in your degree:
Dual Options
- Accounting (option) + Finance
- Accounting (option) + Business Technology Management
- Accounting (option) + Healthcare Analytics
Business Option and Minor
- Accounting (option) + minor in Economics
- Accounting (option) + minor in Statistics
- Accounting (option) + minor in Law
- Accounting (option) + minor in Global Studies
Sample Courses
Intermediate Accounting, Taxation, Cost Accounting, Auditing, Data Analytics in Accounting, Management Control Systems, Special Topics in Financial Accounting, Case Studies in Accounting, and Advanced Accounting.
Professional Designations
In the Accounting specialization, students can take all the courses needed to pursue a Chartered Professional Accountant (CPA) designation.
The Graduate Diploma in Chartered Professional Accountancy (CPA) is a program designed for those who want to get a head start earning the CPA designation with advanced standing. It includes five courses that address advanced competencies, opening your knowledge in Financial Reporting, Strategy and Governance, Management Accounting, Audit and Assurance, Finance, and Taxation. This diploma prepares you to take the CPA Capstone Modules 1 and 2 offered by CPA Ontario. Upon successful completion of these capstone modules, you are eligible to write the CPA Common Final Examination (CFE). Passing the CFE and completing 30 months of qualifying practical experience are your final steps in earning your CPA designation.
You may also acquire the CPA professional designation to work in Québec.
Course Prerequisites
Check the full list of courses that you’ll need to be eligible for the CPA Graduate Diploma to make sure you have them in your schedule.
Information Sessions
Have questions about this CPA Graduate Diploma and/or admission requirements? Attend one of our information sessions to meet members of the Recruitment and Admissions team. Learn how the Telfer CPA Graduate Diploma can help you shorten your path to earning the CPA designation.
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Career Examples
Accountant (CPA), Auditor, Tax Specialist, Controller, Director of Finance
