Graduate Diploma Chartered Professional Accountancy
CanadaCourse at a Glance
- PG DiplomaDegree level
- 1 termDuration
- Ottawa (Main Campus), CanadaLocation
- AccountingField of study
- bilingualLanguage of instruction
- Ottawa (Main Campus)Campus
- $35,550Fees
- AvailableScholarship
About this programme
The Chartered Professional Accountant (CPA) designation emerged from the unification of the accounting profession in Canada. Following this merger, CPA Canada developed the CPA professional education program (PEP) that provincial accounting institutes have the responsibility to deliver.
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CPA Ontario offers Canadian universities the opportunity to offer graduate programs designed to cover some or all of the CPA PEP. This program is a direct-entry graduate diploma and should be viewed as a continuation of the Specialization in Accounting of the Bachelor of Commerce already offered by the Telfer School. Together, the Specialization in Accounting and this diploma satisfy the requirements of the Chartered Professional Accountant Competency Map established by CPA Canada. This graduate diploma in chartered professional accountancy prepares candidates to enter into the capstone modules of the CPA PEP. The diploma addresses advanced competencies in financial accounting, strategy and governance, management accounting, audit and assurance, finance and taxation, mostly for non-routine and complex transactions not covered at the undergraduate level. It also has a greater focus on enabling competencies related to professional and ethical behaviour, problem solving and decision making, communication, self-management, and teamwork and leadership.
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What we look at
- Your subject background and grades
- Your English score, or how to get one
- Budget, including living costs
University & programme
Canada- Listed from the catalogueNot yet staff-verified — ask us to confirm the details.
- English requirementNot published for this programme.
- Study modeFull-time
Admissions checklist
Entry requirements
Minimum requirements: Have completed a bachelor’s degree from a Canadian University (no international equivalencies will be accepted), with a minimum admission average of 6.0 or B (70%) calculated in accordance with Graduate Studies guidelines;; Have achieved a minimum grade of D (50%) in each of the 7 non-core undergraduate courses or their equivalent;; Have achieved a minimum grade of C (60%) in each of the 17 core undergraduate courses or their equivalent;; Have achieved a minimum average of 6.0 or B (70%) in the 17 core undergraduate courses or their equivalent Application Fee: CA$125.00 (non-refundable) Transcript(s): 1 Required document(s): Please note that non required admission documents will not be consulted, conserved or returned to the student. These documents will be destroyed according to our administrative procedures. For the most accurate and up to date information on application deadlines, language tests and other admission requirements, please visit the specific requirements webpage. Admission to the Graduate Diploma Program in Chartered Professional Accountancy is governed by the general regulations in effect for graduate studies. To be admitted into the graduate diploma program candidates must: have completed a Canadian bachelor’s degree with a minimum admission average of 6.0 or B (70%), calculated in accordance with graduate studies guidelines; have achieved a minimum grade of D (50%) in each of the 7 non-core undergraduate courses listed below or their equivalent; have achieved a minimum grade of C (60%) in each of the 17 core undergraduate courses listed below or their equivalent; have achieved a minimum average of 6.0 or B (70%) in the 17 core undergraduate courses listed below or their equivalent. Non-Core Courses Course List CodeTitleUnits ADM 1340Financial Accounting3 Units ADM 2303Statistics for Management3 Units ADM 2304Applications of Statistical Met Published language requirement: English Program: TOEFL 100/New TOEFL 5 (Internet-based) · English: TOEFL iBT 100 · English test waiver: French Program: TOEFL 600 (Paper-based) English Program: TOEFL 600 (Paper-based) French Program: TOEFL 100/New TOEFL 5 (Internet-based) English Program: TOEFL 100/New TOEFL 5 (Internet-based) · Application fee: CAD 125.00 · Deposit: CAD 1000.00
The usual set for this level. Your counsellor confirms the exact list for this university.
- Academic transcripts
- English test score (IELTS/TOEFL)
- Passport copy
- Statement of purpose (optional)
- Recommendation letters (optional)
Cost & scholarships
- Tuition$35,550 CAD / year≈ $26,140 / year
- Application feeNo application fee for this programme
- Living costsVary by city — see the destination guide.
- ScholarshipsInternational students enrolled in a French-language master’s program may be eligible for the Differential Tuition Fee Exemption Scholarship. Graduate awards and financial support are listed under uOttawa Awards and financial support. Source: uOttawa Tuition fees - International students page.
Application timeline
Typical timings. Deadlines differ per university and intake.
- 1Prepare documents1–2 weeks
- 2Submit application1–3 weeks
- 3Receive offer letter2–6 weeks
- 4Apply for visa4–8 weeks
Application deadline: Fall: November 1 (international applicants).
Visa & support journey
- Offer letterFrom the university
- Visa guidanceExpert support
- Pre-departureAccommodation & travel
- Ongoing supportEven after you arrive
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Frequently asked questions
How much does Graduate Diploma Chartered Professional Accountancy cost?
CAD 35,550 / year.
What English score does it need?
Minimum requirements: Have completed a bachelor’s degree from a Canadian University (no international equivalencies will be accepted), with a minimum admission average of 6.0 or B (70%) calculated in accordance with Graduate Studies guidelines;; Have achieved a minimum grade of D (50%) in each of the 7 non-core undergraduate courses or their equivalent;; Have achieved a minimum grade of C (60%) in each of the 17 core undergraduate courses or their equivalent;; Have achieved a minimum average of 6.0 or B (70%) in the 17 core undergraduate courses or their equivalent Application Fee: CA$125.00 (non-refundable) Transcript(s): 1 Required document(s): Please note that non required admission documents will not be consulted, conserved or returned to the student. These documents will be destroyed according to our administrative procedures. For the most accurate and up to date information on application deadlines, language tests and other admission requirements, please visit the specific requirements webpage. Admission to the Graduate Diploma Program in Chartered Professional Accountancy is governed by the general regulations in effect for graduate studies. To be admitted into the graduate diploma program candidates must: have completed a Canadian bachelor’s degree with a minimum admission average of 6.0 or B (70%), calculated in accordance with graduate studies guidelines; have achieved a minimum grade of D (50%) in each of the 7 non-core undergraduate courses listed below or their equivalent; have achieved a minimum grade of C (60%) in each of the 17 core undergraduate courses listed below or their equivalent; have achieved a minimum average of 6.0 or B (70%) in the 17 core undergraduate courses listed below or their equivalent. Non-Core Courses Course List CodeTitleUnits ADM 1340Financial Accounting3 Units ADM 2303Statistics for Management3 Units ADM 2304Applications of Statistical Met Published language requirement: English Program: TOEFL 100/New TOEFL 5 (Internet-based) · English: TOEFL iBT 100 · English test waiver: French Program: TOEFL 600 (Paper-based) English Program: TOEFL 600 (Paper-based) French Program: TOEFL 100/New TOEFL 5 (Internet-based) English Program: TOEFL 100/New TOEFL 5 (Internet-based) · Application fee: CAD 125.00 · Deposit: CAD 1000.00
How long is it?
1 term, as listed by the university.
What are the entry requirements?
Minimum requirements: Have completed a bachelor’s degree from a Canadian University (no international equivalencies will be accepted), with a minimum admission average of 6.0 or B (70%) calculated in accordance with Graduate Studies guidelines;; Have achieved a minimum grade of D (50%) in each of the 7 non-core undergraduate courses or their equivalent;; Have achieved a minimum grade of C (60%) in each of the 17 core undergraduate courses or their equivalent;; Have achieved a minimum average of 6.0 or B (70%) in the 17 core undergraduate courses or their equivalent Application Fee: CA$125.00 (non-refundable) Transcript(s): 1 Required document(s): Please note that non required admission documents will not be consulted, conserved or returned to the student. These documents will be destroyed according to our administrative procedures. For the most accurate and up to date information on application deadlines, language tests and other admission requirements, please visit the specific requirements webpage. Admission to the Graduate Diploma Program in Chartered Professional Accountancy is governed by the general regulations in effect for graduate studies. To be admitted into the graduate diploma program candidates must: have completed a Canadian bachelor’s degree with a minimum admission average of 6.0 or B (70%), calculated in accordance with graduate studies guidelines; have achieved a minimum grade of D (50%) in each of the 7 non-core undergraduate courses listed below or their equivalent; have achieved a minimum grade of C (60%) in each of the 17 core undergraduate courses listed below or their equivalent; have achieved a minimum average of 6.0 or B (70%) in the 17 core undergraduate courses listed below or their equivalent. Non-Core Courses Course List CodeTitleUnits ADM 1340Financial Accounting3 Units ADM 2303Statistics for Management3 Units ADM 2304Applications of Statistical Met Published language requirement: English Program: TOEFL 100/New TOEFL 5 (Internet-based) · English: TOEFL iBT 100 · English test waiver: French Program: TOEFL 600 (Paper-based) English Program: TOEFL 600 (Paper-based) French Program: TOEFL 100/New TOEFL 5 (Internet-based) English Program: TOEFL 100/New TOEFL 5 (Internet-based) · Application fee: CAD 125.00 · Deposit: CAD 1000.00
Is there a scholarship?
International students enrolled in a French-language master’s program may be eligible for the Differential Tuition Fee Exemption Scholarship. Graduate awards and financial support are listed under uOttawa Awards and financial support. Source: uOttawa Tuition fees - International students page.
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