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The accounting major blends conceptual and quantitative aspects of accounting, emphasizing the connection between theory and real-world application. This prepares graduates to meet the academic prerequisites for pursuing a Professional Accounting designation at the postgraduate level. Students will acquire essential technical, analytical, critical thinking, and communication competencies for thriving in accounting and management-related careers.
This program establishes a robust base in accounting and general business principles while offering ample flexibility to explore complementary disciplines in greater detail.
Those aiming for a professional accounting designation can find specific requirements through the Department of Management's website.
Through elective choices, students can tailor their studies to reinforce or expand their main area of focus.
The Accounting Co-op program bridges academic learning with professional practice, helping students smoothly transition into their careers by combining theoretical knowledge with hands-on experience.
The secondary school graduation certificate which would admit a student to an internationally recognized university in his or her home country is normally acceptable for admission to the University of Guelph.
English Proficiency Requirements
International English Language Testing System (IELTS) - Minimum overall score of 6.5 with no band less than 6
Cambridge English: C1 Advanced and C2 Proficiency - Minimum overall score of 176 with no band less than 169.
Canadian Academic English Language Assessment (CAEL) - Minimum overall band score of 70
Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) Internet-based: minimum total score of 89 with no individual scaled score less than 21; Computer-based: minimum score of 250; Paper-based: minimum score of 600
Duolingo English Test - Minimum overall score of 110. Individual subscores may be considered.
Pearson Test of English (PTE) - Minimum score of 60 and no score less than 60 for any individual component
Advanced Level of the English Language Certificate Program - Successful completion of the University of Guelph, Open Learning Advanced Level of the English Language Certificate Program (Levels 9 and 10).