This program allows you to complete a Bachelor of Business Administration degree with a Coop and the option to add a specialization.
As you proceed through the Accounting & Economics Co-op Program, it is important that you select your courses so that you will be able to complete the requirements for your major and your 3 co-op work terms.
Co-op is an opportunity for students to gain work-integrated experiential learning that will help them get a head start on a career. The co-op programs offered by the School of Business assist students in achieving a competitive edge while generating experience within a wide range of sectors. Co-op gives students a chance to obtain 12 months of practical experience on the job, develop or enhance technical skills, explore career options, network with a variety of individuals and organizations, learn from mentors, enhance communication and presentation skills, and develop technical writing skills.
Admission
Ontario Secondary School Requirements:
- Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD)
- A minimum of six Grade 12 4U or 4M courses, including ENG 4U with a minimum grade of 60%, any 4U Math
- A minimum 80% overall final average to be considered
- Co-op is a competitive direct-entry program from high school with a limited number of student places.
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Bachelor of Arts - Accounting & Economics Co-op
- 40 spaces available across both campuses (combined with BBA Accounting Co-op)
- Students will pursue course requirements for CPA and will complete work terms related to economics, accounting and finance.
Students can apply to transfer into a co-op program in first year. There are limited spaces available. See more information here.
Work Term Schedule for Honours Bachelor of Arts – Accounting & Economics Co-op (2026-2027)
| Year | Fall | Winter | Summer |
|---|---|---|---|
| Year 1 | Study Term 1 | Study Term 2 | No courses |
| Year 2 | Study Term 3 | Study Term 4 | Study Term 5 |
| Year 3 | Study Term 6 | Work Term 1 | Work Term 2 |
| Year 4 | Study Term 7 | Work Term 3 | Study Term 8 |
- It is preferred that work term 1 and work term 2 are with the same employer.
Details:
- Students will require a minimum cumulative average of 75% in their Trent courses to stay in the Program.
- Co-op work terms are 4 months in length and students complete 3 paid work terms. Work terms can be anywhere in Canada.
- For Co-op study terms that occur in the Summer, students will take courses from the beginning of May to the end of June. There are no courses during the month of August.
- Co-ops are September entry, with a limited number of spaces to transfer in during first year
- You must be registered in a co-op program to apply for a co-op job/co-op work term. Your academic record in MyTrent will state if you are registered in a co-op program.
- View the University calendar for more information.
- For information on course selection by term
