Graduate Diploma in Accounting is a postgraduate diploma in Accounting programme taught at Lakehead University in Thunder Bay, Canada. The programme runs for 1 semester.
At a glance
Degree:Postgraduate Diploma
Field:Accounting
Duration: 1 semester
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Last checked September 2026 · Source: lakeheadu.ca ·
Program details
Overview
Lakehead University's Graduate Diploma in Accounting (GDA) is a one-semester professional accounting program that prepares students to pursue the Chartered Professional Accountant (CPA) designation. It is a short, focused credential rather than a full additional degree, intended for students continuing directly from Lakehead's own undergraduate commerce program into professional accounting certification. Admission is limited to students who have completed Lakehead's Honours Bachelor of Commerce program, with an overall average of at least 72% and a minimum of 60% in each of a set list of required accounting, finance, and business prerequisite courses, or their equivalents from another institution. The program admits students for the Fall term, with applications opening in April and a deadline of June 15. Completing the diploma builds on the accounting foundation of the Honours Bachelor of Commerce degree and forms part of the coursework path toward professional CPA certification for graduates pursuing accounting careers.
Requirements
Minimum GPA:72.00 / %
Admission Requirements: Admission is limited to students who have completed Lakehead's Honours Bachelor of Commerce program, with an overall average of at least 72% and a minimum of 60% in each of the program's required prerequisite courses or their equivalents.
