Douglas College

Bachelor in Accounting (Certificate)

Canada4 yearsTaught in EnglishOpen to international students

Why students choose Douglas College

  • Small class sizes with personalized instructor interaction
  • Post-Graduation Work Permit eligibility for many programs
  • Pathways to transfer to top Canadian universities like UBC and SFU
  • Support services tailored for international student success
  • Flexible study options including online and part-time programs

About Bachelor in Accounting (Certificate)

Applications for the Jan 2027 intake are due by Dec 31, 2026, and tuition is See costs broken down into categories including tuition fees, textbooks, student activity fees, U-Pass and more..

Financial clarity is the bedrock of any successful enterprise, and mastering the systems that track, report, and analyze this data is a high-demand professional skill. The Accounting Certificate at Douglas College provides a concentrated, one-year pathway into the world of fiscal management, designed for those seeking to secure foundational accounting roles such as bookkeeper or finance clerk.

This program is built for flexibility, allowing students to balance their studies with existing professional or personal commitments through a mix of day, evening, online, and hybrid course formats. It serves as an accessible entry point into the business sector, providing the technical proficiency required to assist organizations with budgeting, record-keeping, and financial analysis. Beyond immediate employment, the certificate acts as a strategic stepping stone; graduates can seamlessly ladder their credits into the Accounting Diploma or the Bachelor of Business Administration, ensuring that your education can grow alongside your long-term career aspirations.

About Douglas College

Douglas College's campuses in Coquitlam, New Westminster, and Surrey offer modern facilities set within accessible urban communities. Classrooms, labs, and student spaces are designed for collaboration and hands-on learning. The atmosphere emphasizes support, with resources tailored to help students succeed academically and personally. International students join a network of programs that blend university-level coursework with career-focused training.

This program's tuition is 15% below the typical bachelor's in Canada.

The median annual fee for that cohort is17,272 USD per year, a comparison figure across 3,539 programs billed per year on Global Admissions.

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English Test Requirement

Please refer to the Douglas College International Admissions page for specific English language proficiency requirements.

Bachelor in Accounting (Certificate): Frequently Asked Questions

What is the application deadline?
The application deadline is 2026-12-31.
Is Bachelor in Accounting (Certificate) available online?
This is an on-campus program at Douglas College.

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