Accounting University of Saskatchewan

Overview

Since accounting is a dynamic field, all accounting majors will learn how to keep their knowledge up-to-date so they can continue to grow throughout their professional careers.

You will acquire the communication, computer, and interpersonal skills necessary to successfully resolve complex problems in unstructured settings. You will also benefit from participation in activities such as the Volunteer Tax Program where fourth year accounting students volunteer their time to prepare tax returns for seniors and people with disabilities.

Careers

• Most students who graduate from the Accounting B. Comm. program offered by University of Saskatchewan choose to pursue a professional accounting designation after completing a B. Comm. degree. 
• The accounting profession in Canada has united under the single banner of Chartered Professional Accountant – CPA. The new professional program is called the CPA-PEP and it leads to the CPA designation.

• Students have the option of applying to the Edwards MPAcc program or to the CPA Professional Education Program (PEP) to complete the requirements of the CPA designation.

Students who major in accounting may continue their professional development with careers in the following areas:

• Accountant
• Auditor
• Budget analyst
• Investment analyst
• Taxation specialist
• Assurance associate