Accounting

Are you interested in understanding what the numbers mean? A Bachelor of Commerce with a concentration in Accounting is the logical choice for you, however accounting is much more than number crunching. Accountants are business leaders who provide key counsel and strategic leadership, and also support other areas of business that rely on financial data, planning, analysis  and valuation.

Sprott’s BCom Accounting concentration is one of only seven CMA-accredited undergraduate programs in Ontario. Our graduates who meet the Certified Management Accountants criteria are exempt from writing the professional entrance exam.

You’ll also complete all of the academic courses required to write the professional entry exams for accreditation as a Chartered Accountant (CA). In addition, co-op hours in an approved placement can count toward the practical experience requirements to become a CA.

Those interested in pursuing a Certified General Accountant (CGA) designation after graduation will also be able to enroll in the pace level of the CGA program.

Superior record of success in professional accounting exams

Sprott students and graduates consistently demonstrate outstanding performance in professional exams.  Most recently, two Sprott alumni achieved top honours in the Chartered Accountant’s Uniform Evaluation (UFE) examination. Mathew Burpee (BCom/09) won the 2010 Gold Medal for Western Canada for the highest mark in the region. Adele McGee (BCom/10) joined Mathew on the 2010 UFE Honour Roll, the top 50 of over 3,000 successful writers.

Course Highlights

BUSI 2002: Intermediate Accounting II

An examination of accounting and reporting issues related primarily to liabilities and equities.

BUSI 3007: Auditing I

Auditing theory, methodology and application.

BUSI 4002: Advanced Accounting Problems

Discussion, analysis, and integration of accounting, auditing, and income tax issues and problems encountered in professional practice. This course builds upon and integrates the knowledge and skills developed in preceding courses.

BUSI 4005: Taxation II

An intensive review of federal income tax laws and regulations as significant elements in the planning and decision making process of taxable Canadian corporations. Emphasis on the tax planning function of corporate management and the associated accounting and reporting aspects.

Curious about your timetable?

Check out our BCom Accounting Course Map

Outside the Classroom

Join the Sprott Accounting Students’ Association, where you can develop the develop the professional, social and academic skills for careers in accounting.  SASA also offers many opportunities to network with accounting professionals and firms.

Sprott students take part in several interuniversity accounting case competitions, in addition to a variety of industry-sponsored leadership and professional development opportunities.

Get real, hands-on accounting experience by participating in tax clinics serving Carleton students and working with local charities to complete their information returns.

Check out Real Jobs Real World blog by Sprott BCom Accounting grad Christopher Phounsy!

Career Opportunities