Course overview
Advanced Accounting Post-Diploma Certificate is a postgraduate (master's) course in finance & accounting at Medicine Hat College in Medicine Hat, Canada. It takes 1 year full-time; needs previous post-secondary study (see the planning guide), with intakes in September.
Medicine Hat College is a public institution. Read the full course description, modules and entry rules on the official course page.
Key highlights
| University | Medicine Hat College (Public) |
|---|---|
| Location | Medicine Hat, Canada |
| Course | Advanced Accounting Post-Diploma Certificate |
| Level | Master's (postgraduate) |
| Subject area | Finance & Accounting |
| Duration | 1 year full-time; needs previous post-secondary study (see the planning guide) |
| Tuition per year | C$16,945 (≈ ₹11.4 lakh) |
| Intakes | September |
| English requirement | IELTS 6.0 with no band below 6.0, PTE 54, TOEFL iBT 79 or Duolingo 105 |
Interested in Advanced Accounting Post-Diploma Certificate?A counsellor checks your eligibility and helps you apply, free of charge.
Fees and costs
Tuition for international students is C$16,945 a year, about ₹11.4 lakh.
International tuition for the one-year certificate, 2026/27 estimate. Mandatory fees (about CAD 1,440) and books are extra. An Intermediate Accounting Post-Diploma Certificate costs CAD 19,512
Living costs near the university
| Cost | In CAD | Approx. in rupees |
|---|---|---|
| Regular bedroom (Golfview or Couleeview), 2026/27 | C$2,670per semester | ≈ ₹1.8 lakh |
| Large bedroom (Golfview), 2026/27 | C$2,895per semester | ≈ ₹1.9 lakh |
| Large renovated bedroom (Golfview), 2026/27 | C$3,245per semester | ≈ ₹2.2 lakh |
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 Medicine Hat College for master's courses. Some courses ask for more, so check the course page.
- Post-diploma certificates in accounting and in marketing and design run for one year and need previous post-secondary study.
English requirements
For this course: IELTS 6.0 with no band below 6.0, PTE 54, TOEFL iBT 79 or Duolingo 105.
| Test | What the university asks for |
|---|---|
| IELTS Academic | 6.0 (no band below 6.0) for most programmes; 6.5 for health and social programmes; 7.0 (no band below 7.0) for practical nursing |
| PTE | 54 (general), 60 (intermediate) or 64 plus a spoken exam (advanced) |
| TOEFL iBT | 79, 86 or 92 (23 in each section) depending on the programme |
| Duolingo | 105, 120 or 130 depending on the programme |
| Waiver | India is not on MHC's list of English-exempt countries. Two years of full-time English-medium post-secondary study in an exempt country, or a Canadian diploma or degree, can exempt you |
Intakes
This course starts in: September.
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
- Official Class 10 and 12 marksheets and any post-secondary transcripts, sent directly by the issuing body
- Passport copy
- English proficiency results, if required
- Proof of study permit by 15 August 2027 (Fall 2027 entry)
About Medicine Hat College
Medicine Hat College (MHC) is a public college in south-eastern Alberta, with a main campus in Medicine Hat and a smaller campus in Brooks, about 100 km away. It has just over 2,000 full-time students and offers more than 40 certificate, diploma, applied degree and university transfer programmes. All its academic credit programmes are designated for international students.
For Indian students, the main options are two-year diplomas in information technology, business administration, engineering design, power engineering, practical nursing and pharmacy technician, and one-year post-diploma accounting certificates. MHC's international programme chart marks which programmes include a practicum and which align with the PGWP, so check it before you apply. First-year international tuition is about CAD 15,400–27,200 in 2026/27.
Similar courses
Finance & Accounting courses at other universities in Canada
- Accounting (Advanced Diploma)Assiniboine College8 months full-time (60 credits); needs a 2-year diploma or degree and entry-level accounting · C$16,790 / year
- Master of Professional Accounting – International Student Pathway (MPAcc ISP)Brock University12 months full-time · C$53,604 / year
- Financial Analysis (Post-Degree Diploma)Douglas College1 year (30 credits) · C$19,875 / year
- Global Banking and Economics (Post-Degree Diploma)Douglas College1 year (30 credits) · C$19,875 / year
- MSc FinanceHEC Montréal45 credits, 16–24 months · C$25,966 / year
- MSc Financial EngineeringHEC Montréal45 credits, 16–24 months · C$25,966 / year
More courses at Medicine Hat College
- Information Technology Diploma – Software and Internet Development2 years full-time, with a practicum · C$20,539 / year
- Information Technology Diploma – Network and System Administration2 years full-time, with a practicum · C$20,539 / year
- Business Administration Diploma – Accounting2 years full-time (common first year, then the accounting major) · C$15,918 / year
- Practical Nurse Diploma (Brooks Campus)2 years full-time, with clinical practicum · C$21,053 / year
- Pharmacy Technician Diploma2 years full-time, with practicum · C$23,501 / year
- Engineering Design and Architectural Technology Diploma2 years full-time · C$20,026 / year
FAQs
What is the fee for Advanced Accounting Post-Diploma Certificate at Medicine Hat College?
The tuition for international students is C$16,945 a year (about ₹11.4 lakh). International tuition for the one-year certificate, 2026/27 estimate. Mandatory fees (about CAD 1,440) and books are extra. An Intermediate Accounting Post-Diploma Certificate costs CAD 19,512. Fees usually rise each year, so check the course page before you apply.
How long is Advanced Accounting Post-Diploma Certificate?
The course takes 1 year full-time; needs previous post-secondary study (see the planning guide).
What English score do I need?
IELTS 6.0 with no band below 6.0, PTE 54, TOEFL iBT 79 or Duolingo 105. Some universities also accept Class 12 English marks or other tests; confirm on the course page.
When can I start?
Intakes: September. 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.
- Medicine Hat College: Advanced Accounting Post-Diploma Certificate (opens in a new tab)
- MHC: International Program Cost Estimates 2026-27 (PDF) (opens in a new tab)
- MHC: International programme chart 2026 (PDF) (opens in a new tab)
- MHC: Study at MHC (international) (opens in a new tab)
- MHC: English language requirements (opens in a new tab)
