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    Douglas College

    Bachelor in Accounting (Diploma)

    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

    Introduction

    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.

    About the Program

    Designed for individuals who thrive on precision and seek to master the technical mechanics of business finance, this diploma equips students with the essential skills to navigate modern accounting environments. You will gain hands-on proficiency in industry-standard software, including QuickBooks, Sage 50, and advanced Excel applications, while building a robust foundation in financial, managerial, and cost accounting systems.

    Beyond technical competency, the curriculum emphasizes the analytical capabilities required to manage financial operations in small-to-medium enterprises. Whether you are looking to enter the workforce as a junior manager or preparing for further academic pursuits, this program offers a practical, career-focused pathway.

    Distinctive Learning Pathways

    • Professional Certification: The curriculum is structured to partially satisfy entrance requirements for the Chartered Professional Accountant (CPA) Professional Education Program (PEP).
    • Integrated Experience: Students may opt into a Co-operative Education stream or a Business Internship program, allowing for real-world application of classroom theory within professional workplace settings.
    • Flexibility: Designed for diverse schedules, the program offers a mix of day, evening, online, and hybrid course formats.

    Graduates are well-positioned to step into roles such as bookkeepers, finance clerks, or tax preparers, with seamless transfer options into the Bachelor of Business Administration in Accounting for those aiming to complete a full degree.

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    This program's tuition is 20% below the typical bachelor's in Canada.

    The median annual fee for that cohort is16,798 USD per year, a comparison figure across 3,914 programs billed per year on Global Admissions.

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    English Test Requirement

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

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