Program at a glance
Credential
Degree
Work experience
Co-op / internship
Study options
Full-time
Part-time
Open to International
Yes
Area of study
Length
4 years
Accounting students love the numbers
Start in September, January or May
If you're pursuing a professional accounting designation or wanting to take specific accounting courses, Camosun is the right choice! Use your detail-oriented personality, your skill with numbers and your love of managing money to join one of today's fastest-growing occupations. This is your chance to get started in a challenging, lucrative career in the highly dynamic fields of accounting, finance and investment!
Certificate, diploma or degree – it's your choice
Building on past success, the School of Business has made the pathway through the Business Administrative programs more flexible. There are nowÌýthree credentialsÌýthat allow you to progress from aÌýcertificateÌýto aÌýdiplomaÌýto anÌýapplied degreeÌýand you can apply, exit and return at any stage.
If you already have a related diploma from ÉÙ¸¾Ãâ·ÑÖ±²¥r another institution, considerÌýapplying directly to the degree program, to begin your second or third year courses, depending on your previous education. Contact the Program LeaderÌý´Ç°ù Academic AdvisingÌýfor more information.
International Education
Explore the world through study abroad opportunities. ÉÙ¸¾Ãâ·ÑÖ±²¥ffers manyÌýstudy abroadÌýopportunities with partner institutions around the world, as well as severalÌýfield schoolÌýopportunities each year. Your chance toÌýrethink your classroomÌýstarts here!
If you are an international student coming to Camosun as an exchange student from one of our partner institutions,Ìýlearn more about Camosun's international department.
CPA Prerequisites
ÉÙ¸¾Ãâ·ÑÖ±²¥ffers all of the courses required to enter theÌýÌý(CPA) Program.Ìý Please book an appointment with anÌýAcademic AdvisorÌý´Ç°ùÌýProgram LeaderÌýto see how the Bachelor of Business Administration, Accounting Major works with your CPA program needs.Ìý
Already have a Degree?Ìý ÉÙ¸¾Ãâ·ÑÖ±²¥ffers aÌýPost-Degree Diploma in Business Administration-Accounting Option, book an appointment with anÌýAcademic AdvisorÌý´Ç°ù Program Leader to see how the Post Degree Diploma works with your CPA program needs.Ìý
Find out more about upcomingÌýaccounting networking and information sessionsÌýoccurring at Camosun, 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.
Missed the live information session?
If you missed the live session we've got you covered. Download theÌýInformation Session PDF.
Who can I contact if I want more information?
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International students please contact International Admissions
What you'll learn
Current students wanting information about your program, go to student planning inÌý.
Program outline
For more details, including courses, please see the program outline in the Academic Calendar.
What to expect
TheÌýprogram consists of 40ÌýcoursesÌýwhich can be completed in approximately fourÌýyears 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 your first year, you’ll work through introductory–level courses in accounting, finance, economics, and marketing. Exit the program now with aÌýBusiness Administration certificateÌý´Ç°ù continue on to Year 2.
Year 2
In your second year, you'll take courses in financial accounting, statistics, corporate finance, and business law. Exit the program now with aÌýBusiness Administration diplomaÌý´Ç°ù continue on to Year 3.
Year 3
In your third year, you'll continue your studies in financial and management cost accounting and auditing.
Year 4
For your fourth year, you'll be taking courses in accounting theory, income tax, applied professional practiceÌýin order to graduate with aÌýBachelor of Business Administration, Accounting major.
Co-operative Education optionÌý
Apply your classroom skills in the workplace and bring your workplace skills back to the classroom!ÌýÌýWhen 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 classroom learning 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 cumulativeÌýGPAÌýof 3.0 (C+), and
- the workshop seriesÌýCDEV-WPS
Learn more about the Co-op Education Program
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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.Ìý TheÌýWork Permit Checklist for international studentsÌýwill assist in planning your participation in co-operative education.
A rewarding career
Financial managers in BCÌý** ofÌý$104,280Ìýdepending on employer and seniority.
**2022 Job Bank Wage data
Tuition and fees
Effective from September 1, 2025, to August 31, 2026
Estimated tuition
Tuition estimates are for the entire program
Business Administration, Bachelor's Degree - Accounting Major
$16,905 (domestic)
$67,962 (international)
Business Administration, Bachelor's Degree - Accounting Major, Internship designationÌý
$17,741 (domestic)
$70,317 (international)
Business Administration, Bachelor's Degree - Accounting Major, Co-op designation
$19,150 (domestic)
$73,814 (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:ÌýStudent 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.
For more details, including courses, please see the program outline in the Academic Calendar: Loading...
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