Professional Accounting Practice (pra)

The Professional Accounting Practice (PRA) graduate certificate program at Seneca Polytechnic is an accelerated pathway for university graduates seeking a career in accounting and professional certification. The program provides all required Chartered Professional Accountants (CPA) preparatory-level courses and equips students with comprehensive knowledge in financial accounting, management accounting, taxation, auditing, finance, economics, information systems, and business analytics. Students develop strong analytical, ethical, and decision-making skills while gaining practical experience with accounting software, Excel, Access, ERP systems, case studies, and industry-based projects. Graduates are eligible to pursue the CPA Professional Education Program (PEP) and may qualify for ACCA exemptions.

Program Requirements
  • Academic Requirement: Four-year Bachelor's Degree or equivalent Open to graduates from any discipline No prior accounting background required Official transcripts required
  • ELP Requirement: IELTS Academic: 6.5 overall, no band below 6.0 PTE Academic: 60 Duolingo: 120–125 TOEFL iBT: Minimum 22 in each skill CAEL: 70 (Writing minimum 60)
  • Special Requirement: Four-year degree required for admission Students must meet minimum grade requirements to receive CPA preparatory course recognition
Refund Policy

  • Students whose study permit applications are still pending may request a deferral to the next available intake, provided the request is submitted before Day 10 of classes and the program is available. Deferrals are granted only once.

  • Students awaiting an IRCC decision must still meet the deferral deadline. Requests submitted after Day 10 of classes will not be approved solely because a study permit decision is pending.

  • Students may alternatively withdraw and apply for a refund by submitting the required withdrawal form and supporting documentation. Applicable administrative fees may be deducted.

  • If a study permit application is refused, students may defer their admission and request a new Provincial Attestation Letter (PAL) to support a future study permit application. PAL issuance is subject to availability and cannot be guaranteed.

  • Refund requests due to study permit refusal must include a copy of the official IRCC refusal letter and be submitted within 14 days of the refusal date.

  • Only the refusal letter associated with the intake being withdrawn from will be considered for refund eligibility.

  • Students whose second study permit application is refused before the start of classes may still qualify for a refund, subject to Seneca’s refund policy.

  • Deferral requests are subject to program availability, and late requests may require a written appeal.

  • Approved late deferrals may be subject to a CAD $200 late fee.

Key Facts
  • Application Fee: $90
  • LOA Deposit: $0
  • Annual Tuition Fee: $25,688
  • Total Tuition Fee: $25,688
  • Course Duration: 12 Months (3 Semesters)
  • Credentials: Ontario College Graduate Certificate
  • Intake: September 2026
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Checklist

Required Documents

  • Valid Passport

  • Bachelor's Degree Certificate

  • Complete Academic Transcripts

  • Resume/CV

  • English Language Test Results

  • Statement of Purpose

  • Previous Visa Documents and Refusal Letters (if applicable)

Academic Requirements

  • Four-Year Bachelor's Degree or Equivalent

  • Official Transcripts Required

  • Open to Graduates from Any Academic Background

English Language Requirements

  • IELTS Academic: 6.5 overall, no band below 6.0

  • PTE Academic: 60

  • Duolingo: 120–125

  • TOEFL iBT: Minimum 22 per skill

  • CAEL: 70 (Writing minimum 60)

Program Information

  • Campus: Newnham

  • Delivery: Hybrid

  • Duration: 3 Semesters (12 Months)

  • Credential: Ontario College Graduate Certificate

  • School: Seneca Business

  • Intake: September

  • PGWP Eligible: Yes

Core Areas of Study

  • Financial Accounting

  • Management Accounting

  • Taxation

  • Auditing

  • Finance

  • Economics

  • Information Systems

  • ERP Systems

  • Business Analytics

Professional Certification Benefits

  • Completion of 14 CPA Preparatory Courses

  • Eligibility for CPA Professional Education Program (PEP)

  • Eligibility for ACCA Exemptions (subject to requirements)

Career Opportunities

  • Financial Accounting Supervisor

  • Corporate Accountant

  • Divisional Accountant

  • Accounting Analyst

  • Cost Accountant

  • Financial Analyst

  • Accounting Consultant

  • Tax Associate

Skills Developed

  • Financial Reporting

  • Budgeting

  • Decision-Making

  • Analytical Thinking

  • Communication

  • Business Technology Applications

  • Ethical Decision-Making

Tuition Information

Academic Year Amount (CAD)
Year 1 $25,688
Total Program Tuition $25,688

Source URL

Program Details:
https://www.senecapolytechnic.ca/programs/fulltime/PRA.html

Admission Requirements:
https://www.senecapolytechnic.ca/programs/fulltime/PRA/admission-requirements.html#menu

Tuition & Fees:
https://www.senecapolytechnic.ca/programs/fulltime/PRA/costs.html#menu

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