The University Certificate in Advanced Accounting builds on the knowledge and skills developed in Athabasca University’s online University Certificate in Accounting.
Q: How long would it take to complete?
A:
Finish this program in as little as 1 year of full-time study, or work at your own pace and take as long as you need. There is no time limit for completion.
Q: Can credit from this certificate ladder in to a program?
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The advanced accounting certificate builds on the knowledge gained in the accounting certificate, and covers more courses for those pursuing their Chartered Professional Accountant designation. Completing both certificates puts you well on your way to achieving your Bachelor of Commerce in Accounting.
Program summary
Program overview
The University Certificate in Advanced Accounting builds on the knowledge and skills developed in Athabasca University’s online University Certificate in Accounting.
After completing this online program, you will have advanced knowledge and skills in both the technical and theoretical aspects of
strategic and competitive analysis
decision analysis
business policy
marketing
organizational behaviour
We also offer elective courses that meet the educational requirements of professional accounting associations.
Routes and options
Ladder to a degree
The advanced accounting certificate builds on the knowledge gained in the accounting certificate, and covers more courses for those pursuing their Chartered Professional Accountant designation. Completing both certificates puts you well on your way to achieving your Bachelor of Commerce in Accounting.
To be sure you get the most benefit from your certificate courses, if you think you may want to transfer your certificate to a degree program, you should discuss your course selection with a program advisor.
Completion times
Finish this program in as little as 1 year of full-time study, or work at your own pace and take as long as you need. There is no time limit for completion.
Admission requirements
The University Certificate in Accounting (or its equivalent) is required to enrol in this program.
Please note: If you have an undergraduate or graduate degree with a major in accounting, you cannot apply to the University Certificate in Advanced Accounting program.
How to apply
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.
Transfer and advanced credit
If you have previous post-secondary education or significant life and work experience that relates to this program, you may be eligible for transfer credit or Prior Learning Assessment and Recognition (PLAR). This could mean fewer courses to get your AU certificate.
If you transfer credit, you must complete a minimum of 18 credits at AU.
Our program plans can give you an idea of what courses you need to finish this program, and how to plan the order you’ll take them in. If you’re feeling stuck, our academic advisors can help.
Once you have paid the initial application fee, tuition is pay-as-you-go for each course registration. Course fees vary depending on your location and other factors.
You can estimate your total program cost by multiplying the cost of a 3-credit course by the number of courses you need to take for the program. Remember that tuition costs may increase each year.
Program learning outcomes
As a result of completing this program, students should be able to demonstrate advanced knowledge and skills related to the technical and theoretical aspects of strategic and competitive analysis, decision analysis, business policy, marketing, organizational behaviour, and various elective course subjects in order to obtain credit transfer that meets the educational requirements of the CPA professional accounting association.