Program Overview

Graduate Diploma in Accounting

The Graduate Diploma in Accounting from Smith School of Business fast-tracks your progress to the Chartered Professional Accountant (CPA) designation and establishes an outstanding foundation for your career in business.

Program Details

• 13-weeks from May to July
• CPA National Accreditation
• Gain CPA core content without working full-time
• Qualify for the CPA Professional Exams (CFE) in only 15 months
• Intensive case preparation for the CPA Professional Exams (CFE)

Program Benefits

• Multiple career path options
• Personal attention and close-knit community
• Dedicated and supportive faculty
• Exceptional learning environment

Career Preparation

The Smith GDA provides cutting-edge business analysis and strategy skills. Graduates are ready to be top contributors to their employers.

Accounting Specialization

An accounting specialization opens a wide range of career options – from the big accounting firms, to financial services, technology companies, start-ups, not-for-profits, private equity, investment banking and much more.

Pass Rate

The 5-year average pass rate is higher than the national average.

Testimonials

• "I learned that completing Smith's GDA program would accelerate my timeline to write the CFE, bypassing CPA core and elective modules that would ordinarily be completed while working full time. The convenience of completing this program immediately after my bachelor's degree made it a very attractive option for me. And let's not forget — Kingston is a great place to spend a summer!"
• "The GDA was a stepping stone to industry — understanding complex financial transactions and accounting literature, allowing me to apply this knowledge to real world projects. I successfully passed the CFE exam and embarked on two years of postgraduate studies at the University of Oxford as a Rhodes Scholar. The GDA proved to be a valuable asset, even while pursuing a different path, demonstrating the versatility of the GDA and the accounting field. The GDA can prepare you for both conventional and unconventional paths after graduation."