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Accounting
The Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) in Accounting program allows graduates to earn a degree that prepares them to obtain a professional accounting designation in Canada (CPA designation).
In Canada, a degree is required for acceptance into the accounting designation. The BBA in Accounting offers courses in financial and management accounting, tax, audit, finance, economics, and other core business functions such as marketing and operations and information management, satisfying the undergraduate requirements of the accounting designation. The program also includes program specific electives in not-for-profit accounting, accounting fraud, data analytics, artificial intelligence, and advanced finance.
The BBA in Accounting also provides a strong business foundation, equipping students with essential skills in finance, management, and decision making that prepares them for career success. It also helps students develop competencies in time and stress management, effective communications, and teamwork skills.
Some unique features of this program are:
- Applied projects and assignments to ensure graduates acquire the practical skills valued by employers.
- A large offering of courses in Richmond, Surrey, and Langley during the day and evenings for Fall, Spring and Summer semesters to ensure maximum flexibility in schedules.
- Opportunities for accounting-related employment (through Careers Services and Cooperative Education as well as Melville Internships) while earning a degree.
- Opportunity to join the Accounting Students of Kwantlen (ASK) student club, providing regular exposure to CPA representatives, peer-to-peer support and friendship.
Many of the courses included in this program are articulated with other universities and colleges for ease of course transferability to and from KPU. Please refer to the BC Transfer Guide at www.bctransferguide.ca regarding the transferability of courses to and from specific institutions in British Columbia.
Who Should Pursue a Degree in Accounting
Students who excel in the accounting profession have numerical aptitude, strong critical thinking skills, adaptability, curiosity, and effective communication and collaboration skills.
This program is ideal for anyone interested in becoming part of the evolving accounting profession, where technology, sustainability, and data-driven decision making are not only reshaping how organizations operate but also providing accountants the opportunity to make a positive impact on the world.
Information Session: Jan 14, 2026 at 5:30pm PST
Program Summary
Hybrid: in-person + online
Full time- 48 months (4 years)
Currently accepting applications
Career Outcomes
Career opportunities are numerous, diverse, and well-compensated. Over 90% of BBA Accounting graduates secure employment within six months of graduation. Roles span public accounting firms, corporate and management accounting, as well as positions in government and the not-for-profit sector. These positions provide the work experience necessary to pursue the CPA designation, and a solid foundation for any business career. Based on your skills and experience, you may be able to enter or advance in roles such as:
- Staff Accountant
- Tax Associate
- Management Accountant
- Cost Accountant
- Payroll Accountant
- Financial Analyst
- Financial Manager
- Internal auditor
- Financial auditor
- Bookkeeper
Career Outlook
Accounting professionals are among the most in-demand occupations in British Columbia. According to WorkBC, accounting ranks #2 on the province’s list of high-opportunity careers with thousands of job openings and strong earning potential expected over the next decade.
Financial Auditors and Accountants
13,170
Forecasted Job Openings*
(2024-2034)
$78,961
Estimated median annual earnings*
Financial Managers
4,250
Forecasted Job Openings*
(2024-2034)
$115,876
Estimated median annual earnings*
Source: WorkBC, 2025
Need More Info?
Interested in this program but still not sure? Get all your questions answered about the program, courses, fees, how to apply, and more by attending an Information Session.
Our Faculty
Valerie Warren
FCPA, FCA, MBA
Sarah Lee
CPA, CA, MPAcc
Ella Bohinska
CPA, CA, MBA, CEC
Alym Amlani
CPA, CA, MPAcc
Student Success
From Raj
As a proud graduate of Kwantlen Polytechnic University’s Accounting program, I can confidently say that KPU played a pivotal role in shaping my career and professional identity. The small class sizes created an environment where learning was personal, interactive, and deeply engaging. Faculty members were more than instructors — they were mentors who brought real-world industry experience into every lecture, bridging the gap between theory and practical application.
What truly sets KPU apart was its career-focused, hands-on approach to learning. Every course emphasized applied skills that translated directly into the workplace, giving me a competitive edge as I entered the accounting profession. The supportive and inclusive community fostered collaboration and lifelong connections that continue to enrich my professional journey today.
Looking back, I credit much of my career success to the mentorship, applied education, and industry-connected learning I received at KPU. For anyone looking to study accounting or business in British Columbia, Kwantlen Polytechnic University is the ideal place to build a strong, career-ready foundation for the future.
Raj Pandher, CPA(BC), CPA(WA), TEP, CEA