BAcc Accounting at Carleton University

The Bachelor of Accounting is a specialized Honours degree in advanced accounting theory and practice, designed to prepare students for professional accounting careers and a streamlined route to the CPA designation. Graduates are eligible for enrolment in Sprott's CPA-accredited Master of Accounting.

Faculty: Sprott School of Business  |  Study mode: full-time / co-op option  |  Location: Ottawa, Ontario, Canada

What you will study

Required core courses in accounting and business are combined with a small number of free electives, senior-level accounting study and a fourth-year experiential capstone project. Optional streams include Business Analytics, Corporate Finance, Entrepreneurship, Financial Planning, Information Systems, International Business, Investments, Marketing, Supply Chain Management and Sustainability. Sample courses include BUSI 1011 Financial Accounting for Business Students and BUSI 3014 Exploring Sustainability in Accounting.

Career pathways

Accounting, assurance, auditing, forensic accounting, internal audit, risk advisory services, sustainability accounting, taxation, non-profit and small business roles. Co-op hours in approved placements count toward CPA practical experience requirements.

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