Bridging program

Certificate in Canadian Business

York University — IEP Bridging Program

Canadian workplace courses and advanced study, including finance and accounting specializations.

Good for: I have a finance degree and 15 years of experience abroad. Where can I restart?

Where do I start? ↓

Checked October 20, 2026 How we check information

At a glance

Delivery: Confirm delivery
Cost: About $6,100
Who can access it: Legally eligible to study in Canada or able to obtain a study permit.
Intake: Applications advertised — confirm places

This certificate does not confer CPA, CFA, CFP or securities licensing.

01 / Start here

Your first steps

Submit an Expression of Interest; request finance course assessment.

Winter 2027 advertised open; deadline year inconsistent.

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02 / Check the fit

Requirements and limits

Relevant recognized bachelor's degree.
Provider states CLB overall 6.5 minimum (not IELTS 6.5), test within 24 months; CLB 7 in every area preferred. Confirm interpretation with York.
Relevant professional experience preferred.

Legally eligible to study in Canada or able to obtain a study permit.

Important limits and details to confirm

This certificate does not confer CPA, CFA, CFP or securities licensing.

Location

York University, Toronto; course campus to confirm.

03 / Understand the commitment

Costs and possible funding

Approximate course-fee budget, four installments; additional expenses need confirmation.

Ontario Bridging Participant Assistance Program (OBPAP) (bursary, provider published): Up to $5,000 after admission, subject to financial need, availability and assessment.

04 / Check with the provider

Sources and where to get help

Use the provider’s official starting page to ask about your situation. Published information was checked on October 20, 2026; the provider must confirm current availability and personal eligibility.