Post-Baccalaureate Diploma in Accounting
The Post-Baccalaureate Diploma in Accounting offers the foundational accounting classes required to enter the Chartered Professional Accountants Professional Education Program (CPA PEP). Courses in this program give you that extra edge of accounting knowledge to complement your previous education and experience. You can expect classes to include knowledge related to processing, analyzing, and reporting accounting data, as well as business law and management.
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- Kelowna
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- Full program offered
- Partial program offered
Credential
Diploma
Delivery options
Full-Time, Part-Time
- International students eligible
Tuition and fees
Domestic students
2025-26: $12,284 (entire two-year program)
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Fees include all mandatory fees: Activity fee, Health & Dental, Student Association fee, Education Technology fee, Development fee.
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Depending on the campus and the courses selected, fees may vary.
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All amounts are approximate and are subject to change.
Program details
This accelerated program is structured to meet CPA requirements for an accounting major and equip students with job-ready accounting skills in an accelerated format, allowing completion in as little as three semesters. It is designed for individuals who already hold a degree.
This two-year program is designed for students that have already completed an undergraduate degree.
| Campus | Start date |
|---|---|
| Kelowna | Sep. 08, 2026 |
Admission requirements
Successful completion of a recognized Bachelor Degree. It is the responsibility of the student to confirm that their Bachelor Degree satisfies the degree prerequisite of the CPA Professional Education Program.
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Completion of BUAD 130, or BUAD 111 and BUAD 121, or equivalent – with a minimum 60% grade.
English and Math requirements
- English 12 with 50% or alternatives.
- Math Requirement:
- a minimum of 50% in any of:
- Pre-calculus Grade 11
- Foundations of Mathematics Grade 11
- Principles of Mathematics 11
- Applications of Mathematics 11
- Apprenticeship and Workplace Mathematics Grade 11
- Apprenticeship Mathematics 11
- Adult Basic Education MATH 011
- Adult Basic Education MATH 080
- Adult Basic Education MATH 084 and MATH 085
- Adult Basic Education IALG 011
A WES evaluation is strongly recommended for International degrees and may be requested.
Program requirements
A personal laptop is required. See the program for computer specifications.
Recommended for Success
If more than five years have passed since completing the financial accounting prerequisite course, students are encouraged to review the material or consider retaking the accounting courses. This program requires use of financial formulas and Microsoft Excel, students entering the program should be comfortable with this.
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