Prepare for a career in accounting
You'll develop the background and knowledge to enter business or government in an accounting capacity. With your accounting diploma from Camosun, 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 the Bachelor of Business Administration.
Work Experience
You will gain practical skills and experience by combining your academic studies with relevant work experience in the Co-operative Education designation.
You'll graduate with practical work experience and employer references. Employers value internship as a source of eager and well-prepared talent and often use the internship process as a means of recruiting permanent employees.
During your time at Camosun, you'll take courses in financial accounting, management accounting, economics, and finance and be prepared to enter business or government in an accounting capacity.
What to expect
The Business Administration-Accounting Option program is primarily located at our Interurban Campus. Choose full- or part-time studies, to fit your schedule.
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.
Academic qualification equivalents
English language requirements (one of the below):
Type | Public |
Campus Setting | Sub-urban |
Campuses | 2 |
Student satisfaction Rate | 90% |
Graduate employment Rate | 92% |
The following chart displays estimates in Canadian currency for tuition and living expenses for one full-time international undergraduate student over the course of one academic year. Please note that these are estimates only; costs will vary depending on your needs and preferences. Other costs to consider include, but are not limited to, currency fluctuations, visa and study permit fees and trips home.
Academic Studies | English Language Development (ESL) | ||
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Tuition & Fees | Duration of study | 4 months | 4 months |
Tuition * | $7,420 ** | $5,300 *** | |
Non-instructional Fees | $245 | $245 | |
Student Benefits Plan | $275 | $275 | |
Subtotal | $7,940 | $5,820 | |
Other Fees | Medical Insurance | $300 | $300 |
Books and supplies | $700 to $1,000 | $100 | |
Optional Fees | Co-op Term Tuition | $1,530 | n/a |
All fees are in Canadian dollars and may be subject to change.
*Not all program fees are listed here. Please refer to the “What it Costs” section on the specific program page on the Camosun website for the most up-to-date information.
***This cost is for most ELD (ESL) courses when taken full-time. Students in ELD courses who also register in any academic courses (including upgrading courses) will be required to pay additional tuition and fees per course. Students must meet course-specific prerequisites. Continuing students are expected to contact Camosun International Student Advisors to find out exact fees and confirm whether they meet course prerequisites.
NOTE: Expenses vary depending on your lifestyle.
Living with a roommate | Living on your own | ||
Rent and Utilities (hot water, electricity, and heat, based on sharing expenses with a roommate) |
$910** | Rent and Utilities | $1,306** |
Food | $292** | Food | $292** |
Miscellaneous | $357** | Miscellaneous | $357** |
Total per month | $1,559 | Total per month | $1,955 |
Amount | |||||
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Application Fee | $100 | ||||
Tuition and Fee Deposit (open program) | $8,500 | ||||
Tuition and Fee Deposit (seated program) | $15,000 | ||||
Registration Deposit | $200 | ||||
14-week Full-Time Course Fees
(for most Arts & Science, Business, Sport & Exercise and University Transfer programs) |
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All fees are in Canadian dollars.
Tuition Fees in Canada (1st Year Average) | BE / BTech: CA$22,600 | MBA: CA$25,375 | MS: CA$17,225 | BBA: CA$20,560 | MEng: CA$22,225 | BSc: CA$20,745 | MASc: CA$20,375 | MIM: CA$28,900 | MA: CA$12,970 | MFin: CA$32,785 | BHM: CA$20,560 | MEM: CA$17,040 |
Average Accomodation & Food Costs in Canada | CA$8890 Per Year |
Entrance Exams in Canada | TOEFL: 86 | IELTS: 6.5 | PTE: 60 | GRE: 309 | GMAT: 560 | SAT: 1177 |
Work and Study in Canada | Permitted for 20 hours/week with a valid study permit. |
Post Study Work Permit in Canada | Up to 3 Years after graduation depending on the course. |
Cost of Student Visa in Canada | CAD 150 |
Student Visa in Canada | A Canada student permit is a document issued by IRCC (Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada) for international students in Canada. To study in Canada, you will require a student permit, which serves as a student visa. |
Intakes in Canada | There are Three Intakes in Canada: Fall (September), Winter (January) and Spring (May) |
Top Job Sectors in Canada | Business Management, Engineering, Economics, Dentisty, Law, Computer Science. |
Economy in Canada | GDP Growth of 1.9% (2018) 1.5% (2019e), 10th Largest Economy in the World by Nominal |
Tuition & fees :
$ 10,920
Total
$ 10,920