Overview

Whether your interest lies in management positions or starting a career in bookkeeping or accounting, this Accounting (Not PGWP Eligible – details in description) certificate from Southern Alberta Institute of Technology (SAIT) will help you. It also allows you to pursue advanced credentials. This programme is not PGWP eligible.

Key Facts

In this program, you will:

gain a solid understanding of accounting fundamentals, including income statements, balance sheets, accounts receivable, accounts payable, fixed assets, and depreciation
get hands-on experience reconciling accounts and recording journal entries related to full-cycle accounting
learn to leverage information and communication technology essential in today’s digital age to streamline processes, improve accuracy, and enhance productivity in accounting and financial management roles
develop soft skills, business acumen and an understanding of how the accounting field contributes to all areas of business
learn how to model the ethical expectations of the accounting profession, which are essential for transparency and trust.

Careers and opportunities

Administrative Officers
Payroll Administrators
Administrative Assistants
Financial Auditors and Accountants
Financial and Investment Analysis

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Programme Structure

Courses included:

Financial Accounting

Business Productivity Tools and Technology

Computer Accounting Software

Business Certificate Capstone
Communication and Presentation Skills
Information Systems and Data Analytics

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Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 12 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-09-02 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-06-15 00:00:00 , International
- Apply before 2026-06-30 00:00:00 , National
Starting 2027-01-05 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-10-24 00:00:00 , National
- Apply before 2026-09-26 00:00:00 , International
Starting 2027-05-04 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-04-30 00:00:00 , National

Language

English

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Credits

30 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus, Online

Campus Location

Calgary, Canada

Disciplines

Accounting View 123 other Bachelors in Accounting in Canada

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

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115

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130

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General requirements

at least 50% in Math 30-1 or Math 30-2, or
at least 50% in SAIT BMAT 230 Business Mathematics.
All applicants who were educated outside of Canada must demonstrate English language proficiency and provide proof they meet the program admission requirements with an international document assessment.

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Tuition Fees

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Non-residents

18210 CAD / year

≈ 18210 CAD / year
Domestic Applies to you

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Citizens or residents

5910 CAD / year

≈ 5910 CAD / year

Living costs

Calgary

Canada

1247 - 1953 CAD / month

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Funding

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Key Facts

Careers and opportunities

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Programme Structure

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Key information

Duration

Start dates & application deadlines

Language

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Credits

Delivered

Campus Location

Disciplines

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What students do after studying

Academic requirements

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

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Tuition Fees

International Applies to you

Domestic Applies to you

Living costs

Calgary

Funding

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