Course overview
Business Administration – Accounting Major (Diploma) is a undergraduate (bachelor's) course in finance & accounting at Bow Valley College in Calgary, Canada. It takes 4 terms (2 years), with intakes in January; May; September (2027).
Bow Valley College is a public institution. Read the full course description, modules and entry rules on the official course page.
Key highlights
| University | Bow Valley College (Public) |
|---|---|
| Location | Calgary, Canada |
| Course | Business Administration – Accounting Major (Diploma) |
| Level | Bachelor's (undergraduate) |
| Subject area | Finance & Accounting |
| Duration | 4 terms (2 years) |
| Tuition per year | C$17,092 (≈ ₹11.5 lakh) |
| Intakes | January; May; September (2027) |
| English requirement | IELTS Academic 6.0 (no band below 6.0); PTE 59; TOEFL 83; Duolingo 110 |
Interested in Business Administration – Accounting Major (Diploma)?A counsellor checks your eligibility and helps you apply, free of charge.
Fees and costs
Tuition for international students is C$17,092 a year, about ₹11.5 lakh. Over 2 years that is roughly C$34,184 (≈ ₹22.9 lakh) before any yearly increase.
2026-27 international tuition estimate for terms 1 and 2 (terms 3 and 4: CAD 17,812). Mandatory fees, UPass and health plan are extra
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 Bow Valley College for bachelor's courses. Some courses ask for more, so check the course page.
- Diplomas need Grade 12 English and maths or equivalent (for example, Software Development needs English 30-1 or 65% in English 30-2, and Math 30-1 or 30-2). Indian Class 12 marks are assessed as equivalents.
- Check the program list for each intake's international status: only programmes marked Open accept applications.
- Application fee CAD 150; a CAD 1,500 confirmation fee is due within 21 days of acceptance and counts towards first-term tuition.
English requirements
For this course: IELTS Academic 6.0 (no band below 6.0); PTE 59; TOEFL 83; Duolingo 110.
| Test | What the university asks for |
|---|---|
| IELTS Academic | 6.0 with no band below 6.0 for most programmes (6.5 for Machine Learning Analyst and Interdisciplinary Therapy Assistant) |
| PTE Academic | 59 for most programmes |
| TOEFL | 83 for most programmes |
| Duolingo | 110 for most programmes |
| Exemption | Three years of full-time English-medium high school, or one year of full-time English-medium post-secondary study (most programmes) |
Intakes
This course starts in: January; May; September (2027).
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
- Academic transcripts (unofficial for first review; official copies sent to admissions)
- Valid passport
- Proof of English proficiency
- Alberta Student Number (ASN)
About Bow Valley College
Bow Valley College is a public college in Calgary, Alberta. It teaches career-focused certificates, two-year diplomas and two-term post-diploma certificates in business, technology, health and creative industries, and most programmes include a practicum.
For Indian graduates, the most relevant options are the post-diploma certificates in Data Management and Analytics, Software Development and Digital Marketing. Class 12 students can look at diplomas such as Software Development, Cybersecurity Solutions, Health Data Analytics and Business Administration. The college's program list shows which intakes are open to international students and which programmes carry a PGWP tag.
Similar courses
Finance & Accounting courses at other universities in Canada
- Bachelor of Arts in EconomicsAcadia UniversityFull-time bachelor's · C$25,173 / year
- AccountingAlgoma University3-year programme · C$22,601 / year
- Finance & EconomicsAlgoma UniversityFull-time bachelor's · C$22,601 / year
- Business Administration - Accounting (Ontario College Advanced Diploma)Algonquin College3 years full time · C$15,527 / year
- Accounting (Diploma)British Columbia Institute of Technology (BCIT)2 years full-time · C$21,812 / year
- Finance (Diploma)British Columbia Institute of Technology (BCIT)2 years full-time · C$21,812 / year
More courses at Bow Valley College
- Data Management and Analytics (Post-Diploma Certificate)2 terms; needs a diploma in business administration, IT, engineering or software development, plus programming experience · C$32,240 / year
- Software Development (Post-Diploma Certificate)2 terms; needs a diploma or degree · C$21,964 / year
- Digital Marketing (Post-Diploma Certificate)2 terms · C$19,926 / year
- Software Development (Diploma)4 terms (2 years) · C$19,925 / year
- Cybersecurity Solutions (Diploma)4 terms (2 years), competency-based, with labs and work-integrated learning · C$21,588 / year
- Health Data Analytics (Diploma)4 terms (2 years) · C$25,790 / year
FAQs
What is the fee for Business Administration – Accounting Major (Diploma) at Bow Valley College?
The tuition for international students is C$17,092 a year (about ₹11.5 lakh). 2026-27 international tuition estimate for terms 1 and 2 (terms 3 and 4: CAD 17,812). Mandatory fees, UPass and health plan are extra. Fees usually rise each year, so check the course page before you apply.
How long is Business Administration – Accounting Major (Diploma)?
The course takes 4 terms (2 years).
What English score do I need?
IELTS Academic 6.0 (no band below 6.0); PTE 59; TOEFL 83; Duolingo 110. Some universities also accept Class 12 English marks or other tests; confirm on the course page.
When can I start?
Intakes: January; May; September (2027). 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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