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Interested in learning more about this program?
Join one of our School of Business Virtual Info Sessions. To register, select the date you'd like to attend:
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Tuesday, January 27, 6-7 p.m.
- Tuesday, February 10, 6-7 p.m.
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Tuesday, February 24, 6-7 p.m.
- Tuesday, March 10, 6-7 p.m.
- Tuesday, March 24, 6-7 p.m.
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Tuesday, April 7, 6-7 p.m.
If you have any questions, please email businessschool@conestogac.on.ca.
Program description - September 2026
Drive business success with Conestoga's Professional Accounting Practice graduate certificate.
In today's fast‑paced global economy, skilled accounting professionals are essential to guiding organizations through complex financial landscapes. Conestoga's one‑year (3 academic terms) Professional Accounting Practice graduate certificate equips you with the advanced knowledge and competencies needed to excel in financial reporting, managerial accounting and corporate finance.
This Ontario College graduate certificate is recognized by Chartered Professional Accountants of Ontario (CPA Ontario) and prepares you to pursue the Chartered Professional Accountant (CPA) designation. It also meets the educational requirements for entry into the CPA Professional Education Program (PEP). In addition, graduates can advance toward the Registered Professional Accountant (RPA) designation and are eligible to write the Mandatory Professional Examination (MPE) after completing a few additional RPA courses.
You'll gain expertise in preparing, analyzing and interpreting financial statements while developing critical thinking and problem‑solving skills to manage intricate business scenarios. Flexible delivery options support working professionals balancing academic and career responsibilities.
What you'll learn
- Financial statement preparation and reporting under recognized frameworks
- Managerial accounting and corporate finance principles
- Strategic decision‑making and critical analysis
- Compliance with statutory and regulatory requirements
- Case‑based learning, group projects and interactive online content
Career pathways
- Professional accountant in corporate, public or nonprofit sectors
- Financial analyst or controller
- Roles in auditing, taxation and advisory services
- Pathway to the CPA designation through CPA Ontario
Interested in taking this program part time?
See our Professional Accounting Practice part-time program for more information.
Program details
Estimated tuition & fees
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Program device & software requirements
This program requires you to have a device that meets certain specifications. For most students, this cost is in addition to the tuition & fees listed above.
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Awards & scholarships
Student Financial Services awarded more than 400 awards, scholarships and bursaries last year.
Delivery sequence - September 2026 - Kitchener – Doon
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