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11 Best Accounting Programs in Canada

11 Accounting courses are taught at 9 universities in Canada — most run 4 years. Courses from University of Calgary, Concordia University and Wilfrid Laurier University come first, because those universities rank highest.

1Bachelor's Degree
UC University of Calgary logo
QS World #211 #16 in Canada Canada

Accounting

University of Calgary — The Bachelor's Degree in Accounting at the University of Calgary provides a comprehensive foundation in accounting principles, practices, and theories. The course structu...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel
4 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Accounting
2Bachelor's Degree
CU Concordia University logo
QS World #465 #24 in Canada Canada

Accountancy (BComm)

Concordia University — The Bachelor of Commerce in Accountancy at Concordia University offers a comprehensive curriculum designed to equip students with essential accounting principles and prac...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel
4 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Accounting
3Bachelor's Degree
WL Wilfrid Laurier University logo
#39 in Canada Canada

Economics and Accounting

Wilfrid Laurier University — The Bachelor’s Degree in Economics and Accounting at Wilfrid Laurier University offers a comprehensive understanding of economic theories, principles of accounting, and f...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel
4 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Accounting
4Bachelor's Degree
UL University of Lethbridge logo
#40 in Canada Canada

Accounting

University of Lethbridge — The Bachelor's Degree in Accounting at the University of Lethbridge is designed to provide students with a solid foundation in accounting principles and practices. Over t...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel
4 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Accounting
5Diploma
CN College of New Caledonia logo
#51 in Canada Canada

Accounting and Finance Diploma

College of New Caledonia — The Accounting and Finance Diploma offered at the College of New Caledonia equips students with practical knowledge and skills essential for successful careers in the fin...

DiplomaLevel
2 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Accounting
6Bachelor's Degree
MU MacEwan University logo
#93 in Canada Canada

Accounting

MacEwan University — The Bachelor's degree in Accounting at MacEwan University offers a comprehensive curriculum designed to equip students with a deep understanding of financial principles,...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel
4 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Accounting
8Program
UF University of the Fraser Valley logo
#99 in Canada Canada

Bookkeeping for Small Business

University of the Fraser Valley — The Bookkeeping for Small Business degree at the University of the Fraser Valley provides students with a comprehensive foundation in accounting principles and practices...

Level
1 yearDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Accounting
9Foundation
AC Algonquin College logo
#120 in Canada Canada

Accounting

Algonquin College — The Foundation in Accounting course at Algonquin College is designed to provide students with a strong foundational understanding of accounting principles and practices....

FoundationLevel
1 yearDuration
Part TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Accounting
10Diploma
AC Algonquin College logo
#120 in Canada Canada

Accounting and Financial Practice

Algonquin College — The Diploma in Accounting and Financial Practice at Algonquin College equips students with essential skills and knowledge needed for a successful career in the finance an...

DiplomaLevel
1 YearDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Accounting

How these courses are ranked

2 of these universities hold a QS World position, from #211 (University of Calgary) to #465 (Concordia University); they are listed first, in that order. Below them, universities follow their research output: University of Calgary is cited most (14,809,658 citations).

What the courses look like

By level: 5 bachelor's, 4 diploma and 1 foundation. The usual length is 4 years and 2 years. 91% are full-time. Start dates lean to Fall (100% of courses with a stated intake) and Spring (91% of courses with a stated intake). Algonquin College offers the widest choice, with 2 of these courses.

Frequently asked questions

Which is the best university in Canada for Accounting?

University of Calgary (QS World #211), Concordia University (QS World #465) and Wilfrid Laurier University (#39 in Canada) lead this list. QS World positions come first; the rest are ranked by research impact.

How long does an Accounting course take in Canada?

Most listed courses run 4 years, with 2 years the next most common.

When do Accounting courses start in Canada?

Fall is the main intake — 100% of courses with a stated start date begin then, and Spring is the second.

Which university has the most Accounting courses in Canada?

Algonquin College, with 2, ahead of MacEwan University (2).

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