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Program delivery information: summer 2021 and fall 2021
Formerly known as Honours Bachelor of Commerce – Financial Services Management
Starts in January, September
Check the program delivery web page to see if this program will be delivered online or in hybrid format for the upcoming term. Learn more about technical requirements for online learning.
This four-year honours degree program prepares you to become an informed citizen, decision-maker and leader. The program combines a comprehensive curriculum in corporate financial management and personal financial planning with the opportunity to cultivate business acumen, develop human experience skills and build critical thinking, problem-solving and pivoting abilities that are required in an ever-changing world. You will be well-equipped to pursue industry-demanded certifications, pursue further education and/or work in various roles that span public and private enterprises.
Graduates of a diploma program may be eligible to complete this degree faster through one of our pathway options.
Throughout this program you will develop the following skills:
A work experience that includes at least one term in a formal work environment. In most cases the work term(s) is a paid position that is completed between two academic semesters and requires a minimum of 420 hours of work. Students must be in good standing and meet all identified requirements prior to participating in the work experience. The successful completion of the co-op work term(s) is required for graduation. Eligibility for participation does not guarantee that a work position will be secured. Additional fees are required for those participating in the mandatory co-op stream regardless of success in securing a work position.
| September | January | May | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Year 1 | Semester 1 | Semester 2 | Break |
| OR | |||
| Year 1 | Semester 1 | Semester 2 | |
| Year 2 | Semester 3 | Semester 4 | Break |
| Year 3 | Semester 5 | Work Term | Semester 6 |
| Year 4 | Semester 7 | Semester 8 | |
When you graduate from this program, these are the types of career options that you can explore:
Successful completion of this program is the first step in obtaining the following industry certifications and designations that are in high demand:
Students enrolled in this program have the opportunity to complete the CFA Institute Investment Foundations® Program — a first step in entering the investment management industry.
Students enrolled in this program have the opportunity to complete the Canadian Securities Course (CSC®) — a prerequisite for employment in many areas of the financial services industry. Successful completion of the Canadian Securities Course and this program will allow students to obtain their Certificate in Financial Services Advice.
Graduates of this program will be eligible to proceed to the following steps on the pathways to certification:
Pursuing these certifications requires the completion of additional courses, examinations and/or work experience, all of which involve additional costs.
