Overview

The Accounting programme at Athabasca University provides a rigorous academic foundation for students aiming to excel in the global financial sector. This online degree is designed to balance professional development with personal flexibility, allowing learners to progress through complex curriculum requirements at their own pace. Students gain the essential technical expertise needed to pursue prestigious professional designations in the field.

Why Accounting at Athabasca University?

Athabasca University holds accreditation from the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB), a distinction shared by only 6% of business schools globally. This "gold standard" ensures that the curriculum meets high international standards for quality and rigour. The Faculty of Business provides a supportive online environment with generous transfer credit policies, enabling students to convert previous diplomas into a full degree in as little as two years.

Tuition Fee Breakdown

International fee: CAD 669 per credit
National fee: CAD 669 per credit

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Syllabus

The curriculum covers core business functions alongside specialised financial disciplines. Modules may include:

Financial Accounting
Cost Analysis
Auditing
Management
Writing in Organisations
Microcomputer Applications in Business
Management Information Systems
Corporate Finance
Taxation

Careers with Accounting

Graduates are prepared for a variety of high-demand roles across public and private sectors. The programme equips students with the skills necessary for positions such as internal auditors, tax accountants, and budget analysts. Many alumni find success in corporate finance departments, government agencies, and non-profit organisations. Potential career paths include:

Forensic Accountant
Payroll Administrator
Credit Analyst
Risk Analyst
Treasury Analyst
Accounts Payable Specialist

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Auditing

Taxation and financial management

Management science

Commercial law

Economics

Marketing

Management information systems

Key information

Duration

Part-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

You can apply for and start this programme anytime.

More details

Next start: monthly. There are no application deadlines for most undergraduate programs.

Language

English

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Credits

120 alternative credits

Delivered

Online

Campus Location

Athabasca, Canada

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

You can apply to AU online, anytime. Once you’ve completed the online application form and paid the one-time general application fee (and transfer credit evaluation fee, if applicable), you’re officially an AU student and can start registering in courses.
Make sure we get your transcripts if you want us to consider your previous post-secondary education for transfer credit.

Tuition Fees

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Non-residents

20070 CAD / year

≈ 20070 CAD / year
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Citizens or residents

20070 CAD / year

≈ 20070 CAD / year

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Scholarships Information

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