Background

Business - Accounting (BACN)

Credential:

Diploma

Tuition fee:

7971.58/Semester (CAD)

Is highly competitive:

No

Length:

4 Semesters

Category:

Business, IT & Management

Level:

Undergraduate

Type:

Regular

Instruction language:

English

Application Fee:

100.00 CAD

Campuses:

Barrie

Intake and availability

Intake

Status


January 2025
September 2025
Open
Open

Program overview

An accounting education helps you to understand “the numbers” which is critical to the success of every type of business. If you are a logical thinker and enjoy the challenge of unravelling the mystery of numbers then this program is for you. In this increasingly complex and competitive business environment, accounting skills are very much in demand.

The program provides a foundation in all of the functional business areas and a comprehensive education in specific accounting practices and theory. Through a strong focus on application, students develop the skills needed for success in the business world; analytical thinking, problem solving, communication and teamwork. Students graduate ready to enter the workforce and support the accounting activities of any organization.

Graduates work in a broad range of employment settings in all sectors of business and industry, including banks and other financial institutions, government offices, public accounting firms, small business, self-employment, tax preparation firms, financial planning firms, manufacturing firms, and non-profit organizations.

Academic requirements

OSSD or equivalent with

Grade 12 English (C or U)

any Grade 11* or 12 Mathematics (C, M, or U)

*Minimum of 60% in Grade 11 College or University level Mathematics (MBF3C or MCF3M)  

Mature students, non-secondary school applicants (19 years or older), and home school applicants may also be considered for admission. Eligibility may be met by applicants who have taken equivalent courses, upgrading, completed their GED, and equivalency testing. For complete details refer to: www.georgiancollege.ca/admissions/academic-regulations/

Applicants who have taken courses from a recognized and accredited post-secondary institution and/or have relevant life/learning experience may also be considered for admission; refer to the Credit for Prior Learning website for details:

www.georgiancollege.ca/admissions/credit-transfer/

*Notes: 

  • OSSD: The Ontario Secondary School Diploma
  • C, U, M: C = College level credit, U = University level, M = College
  • GED: General Education Development or General Education Diploma

English requirements

Minimum International English Language Testing System (IELTS) score
Overall: 6
Listening: 6
Reading: 6
Writing: 6
Speaking: 6

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