Business Administration | Advanced Diploma- Professional Accounting (CIP 52.0304)
Advanced Diploma
The Advanced Diploma in Professional Accounting is a unique program allowing you to pursue specific courses that will lead you to a career in accounting.
Upon completing this three-year diploma, you will have all the necessary courses needed to enter the Chartered Professional Accountants Professional Education Program (CPA PEP). This advanced diploma and a Bachelor's Degree are the prerequisites required to enter the CPA PEP.
The program enables you to acquire skills appropriate for employers and business owners in the accounting field. This program will be of particular interest if you are planning to expand your career in accounting and provides you the opportunity to pursue an accounting designation in the field. The experience from the program will also open doors to employment opportunities in accounting positions such as accounting clerk, accountant, financial manager, or junior controller.
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Dates and locations
| Intake | Location |
|---|---|
| Fall 2026 | Terrace |
Some courses are available online.
- Completion of a Business Administration - Diploma in Accounting and Finance.
Students that have Diploma in Accounting and Finance completed outside CMTN will also need to demonstrate the following for admission to the Advanced Diploma in Professional Accounting:
- English Studies 12 or English First Peoples 12 or equivalent AND
- Foundations of Math 11 OR Principles of Math 11 OR Applications of Math 12 or equivalent OR
- Office Assistant Certificate plus Accounting Certificate, both with a "B" average, from Applied Business Technology Program
English proficiency is required for all learners entering CMTN programs. Please visit our English Language Alternatives page to see how this requirement can be met.
Prospective learners who do not meet the program requirements are encouraged to speak with the Program Coordinator as they may be considered for admission based on other criteria.
Note: CMTN learners may transfer to other post-secondary institutions in BC and around the world. Learners should be aware of the receiving institution’s admission and transfer requirements.
Learners are encouraged to meet with an Education Advisor to discuss transfer pathways.
| Code | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| ACCT 270 | Data Analytics for Accounting | 3 |
| ACCT 253 | Intermediate Management Accounting | 3 |
| ACCT 255 | Advanced Management Accounting | 3 |
| ACCT 257 | Advanced Financial Accounting | 3 |
| ACCT 299 | Strategy and Performance Management | 3 |
| ACCT 254 | Auditing | 3 |
| TAXN 250 | Personal Taxation | 3 |
| 3- 200 Level Business Administration Elective ( 9 credits) | 9 | |
| Total Credits | 30 | |