Durham College Partners with RPA Canada to Offer New Pathway for Accounting Graduates

Accounting – Business students at Durham College (DC) have another route to career success thanks to a new pathway agreement with Registered Professional Accountant (RPA) Canada.

By completing the program at DC, students will be recognized as meeting the RPA prerequisites and be eligible to write the RPA Mandatory Professional Exam. By receiving their RPA designation, graduates will be prepared to provide accounting services for small and medium-sized enterprises, non-profit organizations, and entrepreneurial ventures.

“We are proud to partner with RPA Canada to offer our Accounting – Business graduates an additional pathway to professional success,” said Cristina Italia, Executive Dean, Faculty of Business and Information Technology at DC. “This partnership expands our students’ opportunities for accreditation, equipping them with the credentials and competitive advantage needed to thrive in today’s dynamic job market.”

The agreement was made official with a special event at the Centre for Innovation and Research (CIR) where RPA Canada President Zubair Choudhry and DC’s Vice President, Academic and Students Dr. Jean Choi signed on the dotted line.

“This partnership with Durham College represents a shared vision for empowering future accountants with the practical skills, technological expertise, and professional knowledge required in today’s evolving financial landscape,” said Choudhry. “Together, we are creating accessible and impactful pathways that will shape the next generation of accounting professionals.”

For Choi, the agreement is one more example of DC’s commitment to providing students with unique opportunities and a competitive edge as they launch their careers.

“At DC, we deeply value our partnerships with industry and professional organizations. It’s these connections that help inform our curricula and ensure our programs remain relevant,” she said.

“We hope our students will take full advantage of this opportunity, and we look forward to seeing all they can accomplish as future registered professional accountants.”

To learn more about the RPA designation, visit RPA Canada.