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Program Overview

The Bachelor of Commerce (B.Comm.) degree with a major in Accounting is a four-year program offered by the University of Saskatchewan's Edwards School of Business. This program is designed to provide students with the general, business, and accounting knowledge necessary for them to succeed as professional accountants.

About the Program

Accounting is the art of measuring, communicating, and interpreting financial activity, and is sometimes referred to as "the language of business." It involves interacting with numbers and people to determine the financial health of an organization. The Accounting major is designed to provide students with the knowledge and skills necessary to succeed as professional accountants.

Quick Facts

• Four-year degree
• Full-time program
• You can enter this program directly from high school
• You can begin this program at the Saskatoon or Prince Albert campuses or at an off-campus location
• Get an early start with COMM 101 online

What You Will Learn

The Accounting major is designed to provide students with the general, business, and accounting knowledge necessary for them to succeed as professional accountants. Since accounting is a dynamic field, all accounting majors will learn how to keep their knowledge up-to-date so they can continue to grow throughout their professional careers. You will acquire the communication, computer, and interpersonal skills necessary to successfully resolve complex problems in unstructured settings.

Sample First Year

All first-year commerce students will take a common set of classes before entering a specialization, such as accounting, in their second year. The sample first-year schedule includes:

• COMM 100.3: Business Communication I
• COMM 101.3: Introduction to Business
• COMM 104.3: Foundations of Business Statistics
• COMM 105.3: Introduction to Organizational Behaviour
• MATH 121.3: Mathematical Analysis for Business and Economics
• COMM 204.3: Introduction to Marketing
• COMM 211.3: Human Resource Management
• COMM 229.3: Personal Financial Management
• English Writing Requirement
• 100 level non-COMM Elective

Featured Classes

Some of the classes you might take while completing this degree include:

• COMM 210: Introduction to Management Accounting: Introduces students to the vital role that modern management accounting information plays in running a successful business in today's business world.
• COMM 308: Cost Management Systems: Provides an in-depth understanding of cost management systems from a preparer focus.
• COMM 414.3: Integrative Analysis of Accounting Issues and Problems: A capstone in the accounting major that studies topics in financial and managerial accounting, information systems, audit, and taxation in an integrated and applied manner.

Why Study Here?

Students from around the world choose to study at the Edwards School of Business because we offer hands-on experiential learning in every area of study. You go beyond analyzing cases and into communities, graduating with legitimate consulting experience on your résumé. Our four-year B.Comm. degree helps students develop the critical thinking, problem-solving, communication, and teamwork skills that employers demand.

Careers

Most students who major in accounting choose to pursue a professional accounting designation after completing a B.Comm. degree. The accounting profession in Canada has united under the single banner of Chartered Professional Accountant – CPA. Students who major in accounting may continue their professional development with careers in the following areas:

• Accountant
• Auditor
• Budget analyst
• Investment analyst
• Taxation specialist
• Assurance associate

Tuition Estimates

The estimated tuition fees for the program are:

• Canadian students: $9,877 (tuition) + $1,308.24 (student fees) + $1,500 (books) = $12,685.24
• International students: $47,803 (tuition) + $1,308.24 (student fees) + $1,500 (books) = $50,611.24

Program Options

The Bachelor of Commerce (B.Comm.) degree is a four-year program offered by the University of Saskatchewan's Edwards School of Business. All undergraduate students admitted to the Edwards School of Business are required to complete a common first-year of studies. In January of your second year, you'll apply to a specialization in Accounting, Finance, Human Resources, Management, Marketing, or Supply Chain Management.

Co-op Option

The Co-op Option is an opportunity for third-year business students to participate in an eight-month paid work term and gain practical experience in their field of study.

Study Abroad

Edwards students have an opportunity to pursue studies around the world. Taking university classes in another country will broaden your horizons, enrich your university experience, and open your employment opportunities globally.

Second Degree Programs

The University of Saskatchewan offers multiple second degree programs that allow you to earn two degrees in a shorter time frame than if you took each individually. Along with a Bachelor of Commerce, you could also earn a:

• Juris Doctor (Law degree)
• Bachelor of Science in Agriculture
• Bachelor of Arts
• Bachelor of Science

Admission Requirements

Admission requirements depend on your situation. Please refer to the university's website for the most up-to-date information.

Application Deadlines

The application deadlines for the program are:

• Winter term: December 1 (application deadline), September 1 (international deadline)
• Spring term: April 1 (application deadline), February 1 (international deadline)
• Fall term: May 1 (application deadline), May 1 (international deadline)