Course overview
Business Administration - Accounting (Ontario College Advanced Diploma) is a undergraduate (bachelor's) course in finance & accounting at Algonquin College in Ottawa, Canada. It takes 3 years full time, with intakes in Fall or Winter, Ottawa.
Algonquin College is a public institution. Read the full course description, modules and entry rules on the official course page.
Key highlights
| University | Algonquin College (Public) |
|---|---|
| Location | Ottawa, Canada |
| Course | Business Administration - Accounting (Ontario College Advanced Diploma) |
| Level | Bachelor's (undergraduate) |
| Subject area | Finance & Accounting |
| Duration | 3 years full time |
| Tuition per year | C$15,527 (≈ ₹10.4 lakh) |
| Intakes | Fall or Winter, Ottawa |
| English requirement | See the course page |
Interested in Business Administration - Accounting (Ontario College Advanced Diploma)?A counsellor checks your eligibility and helps you apply, free of charge.
Fees and costs
Tuition for international students is C$15,527 a year, about ₹10.4 lakh. Over 3 years that is roughly C$46,581 (≈ ₹31.2 lakh) before any yearly increase.
2026-27 programme tuition plus International Student Premium for the first two terms (Fall 2026 start), from Algonquin's Tuition and Fees Estimator (International). Compulsory ancillary fees and the U-Pass (several hundred dollars a term), the health plan and any co-op fee are extra.
Living costs near the university
| Cost | In CAD | Approx. in rupees |
|---|---|---|
| On-campus residence with mandatory meal planCAD 12,460 accommodation plus CAD 4,397 meal plan | C$16,857per 8 months | ≈ ₹11.3 lakh |
| Homestay (room and three meals a day)First month CAD 1,586.25, including a CAD 380 admin and registration fee | C$1,201per month | ≈ ₹80,484 |
| Off-campus room in a shared two-bedroom apartmentAlgonquin estimate; prices vary | C$1,200–1,500per month | ≈ ₹80,400 – ₹1 lakh |
| International health insurance2026-27, Fall start (pro-rated for Winter and Spring) | C$1,244per year | ≈ ₹83,355 |
Living costs for Canada as a whole: C$20,000–30,000 a year. Approximate exchange rates (based on ECB reference rates, March 2026). Actual rates on your payment date will differ.
Plan my monthly living costsCareer outcomes
Job roles
- Chartered accountant
- Chartered certified accountant
- Chartered management accountant
- External auditor
- Forensic accountant
- Tax adviser
Employers hiring for these roles worldwide
Deloitte
PwC
EY
KPMG
BDO
Lloyds Banking Group
RSM
Forvis Mazars
HSBC
Accenture
Eligibility
General entry requirements at Algonquin College for bachelor's courses. Some courses ask for more, so check the course page.
- Certificates and diplomas: secondary school (Class 12) with the subjects on the programme page. Algonquin lists admission requirements by country on its international admissions page.
- Honours degrees (such as the Bachelor of Applied Computing or Bachelor of Commerce): Class 12 with stronger subject requirements; check the programme page.
- International tuition is the domestic rate plus an International Student Premium: for 2026-27 the premium is CAD 6,693.82 per term (CAD 13,387.64 a year) for PGWP-eligible diploma programmes and CAD 6,159.36 per term (CAD 12,318.72 a year) for graduate certificates and bachelor's degrees.
English requirements
For this course: See the course page.
| Test | What the university asks for |
|---|---|
| IELTS Academic | Graduate certificates (for example Cyber Security Analysis): 6.5 overall, 6.0 in each band. Check each programme page |
| TOEFL iBT | 88 (22 in each component) for tests before 21 January 2026; 4.5 (4.5 in each component) on the new scale, for graduate certificates such as Cyber Security Analysis |
| Duolingo English Test | 120 overall (120 Literacy, no score below 105) for graduate certificates such as Cyber Security Analysis |
| Other routes | Algonquin lists English requirements by country and programme on its international admissions page |
Intakes
This course starts in: Fall or Winter, Ottawa.
Upcoming intakes and deadlines in CanadaHow to apply
- Check the entry requirements and the deadline on the official course page.
- Take IELTS, PTE or the test the university accepts, if you need one.
- Prepare your documents: transcripts, statement of purpose, recommendation letters and CV.
- Apply on the university's application portal and pay any application fee.
- Accept your offer, meet any conditions and pay the deposit.
- Apply for your student visa for Canada, then arrange accommodation.
Documents you'll need
- Valid passport
- Class 10 and Class 12 mark sheets (certificates, diplomas, degrees)
- Degree or diploma transcripts and certificate (graduate certificates)
- English test score meeting the programme requirement
- Provincial Attestation Letter for the study permit, issued after you accept your offer, unless IRCC exempts you
- Proof of funds for tuition and living costs
About Algonquin College
Algonquin College is a public Ontario college with its main campus in Ottawa, Canada's capital, and a smaller campus in Pembroke. It offers certificates, diplomas, advanced diplomas, one-year graduate certificates and honours bachelor's degrees, with a strong focus on technology, business, health, media and trades.
Algonquin's School of Advanced Technology runs many of the programmes Indian students apply for, including graduate certificates in Cyber Security Analysis, Artificial Intelligence Software Development, Cloud Development and Operations and Business Intelligence Systems Infrastructure, and degrees such as the Bachelor of Applied Computing.
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- Accounting (Diploma)British Columbia Institute of Technology (BCIT)2 years full-time · C$21,812 / year
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- BBA: AccountingBishop's UniversityMajor, honours or co-op · C$29,510 / year
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FAQs
What is the fee for Business Administration - Accounting (Ontario College Advanced Diploma) at Algonquin College?
The tuition for international students is C$15,527 a year (about ₹10.4 lakh). 2026-27 programme tuition plus International Student Premium for the first two terms (Fall 2026 start), from Algonquin's Tuition and Fees Estimator (International). Compulsory ancillary fees and the U-Pass (several hundred dollars a term), the health plan and any co-op fee are extra. Fees usually rise each year, so check the course page before you apply.
How long is Business Administration - Accounting (Ontario College Advanced Diploma)?
The course takes 3 years full time.
What English score do I need?
See the course page. Some universities also accept Class 12 English marks or other tests; confirm on the course page.
When can I start?
Intakes: Fall or Winter, Ottawa. Apply early: popular courses can fill up before the deadline.
Can Admission Mantra help me apply?
Yes. A counsellor checks your eligibility, helps you prepare your documents and statement of purpose, and guides you through the application and visa. The first conversation is free.
We researched this page on 28 Oct 2026 from the university's own pages. Fees, entry rules and intakes change every year; confirm them on the official course page before you apply. Listing a course doesn't mean Admission Mantra represents the university.
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