Business Administration - Financial Services Major

This sought-after career destination is for the quick thinking, ambitious professional. The financial services sector is fast paced, customer focused, and constantly innovating. Good news for those wanting a dynamic and diverse career.

Credential:

Diploma

Program length

4 Terms

Area:

Business

School:

Chiu School of Business

About

As a financial professional, this program prepares you in the areas of financial planning, principles and industry standards, financial products and services, tax and legal implications, managing risks, and building customer service expertise. Graduates typically find employment in financial institutions, entering positions such as customer service representative, banking, credit or other investment management positions, finance and insurance clerks, insurance and real estate clerks, supervisors in sales and services, or investment professionals.

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QAFP (Qualified Associate Financial Planner) Certification & CFP (Certified Financial Planner) Certification

The Bow Valley College is an FP Canada-Approved Core and Advanced Curriculum Provider.

The following four courses in this major meet the Core and Advanced Curriculum educational requirements necessary to write the QAFP and CFP Certification Exams:

  • FNSR2301 Financial Markets and Products
  • FNSR2303 Investment Funds in Canada
  • FNSR2302 Personal Financial Planning I
  • FNSR2304 Personal Financial Planning II

Obtaining a QAFP or CFP Designation from FP Canada is a significant advantage to students as it establishes the technical competence required in the industry, builds professional competencies, and is recommended by employers.  Additional requirements may be required by FP Canada prior to writing QAFP or CFP exams. Students are encouraged to review all requirements with FP Canada, prior to applying.

Time Commitment

This is a two-year (four term) diploma program. A standard course load is five courses per term. Students can maintain full time status with at least three courses. Taking less than five courses per term will take longer to complete the program.

Learning options

The Business Administration diploma program consists of core business courses and major specific courses. Core courses are available both in class and online. All major courses are available in class with only some courses available online.

Networking Opportunities

Students enrolled in the Financial Services Diploma Major will be granted numerous opportunities of networking with industry professionals in the field of retail finance. Networking opportunities may include the following:

  • BMO Mentorship Program
  • Scotia Bank Mentorship Program
  • Financial Planning Case Experience
  • Participation in the CIFP Case Competition
  • Industry Resume/Cover Letter Review Event
  • Industry Speed Networking Event
  • Industry Mock Interview Event

Admission requirements

  • Credit in English Language Arts 30-1 or minimum 65% in English Language Arts 30-2 or equivalent
  • Credit in Math 30-1 or Math 30-2 or equivalent

Or

Successful completion of the General Educational Development (GED) test that consists of five tests with a minimum score in the following sections:

  • Language Arts: Reading and Writing: 520 minimum standard score
  • Math Test: 520 minimum score

Or

  • Satisfactory results on the Bow Valley College Admissions Test

Or

  • Completion of 30 credits from a recognized business program (departmental approval required)

Transferability

Transfer opportunities are available to a variety of institutions. Transfer credits are reviewed and accepted on an individual basis by the institution to which you apply.

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English Language Proficiency Requirements

For applicants whose first language is not English, please review English language proficiency requirements.

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Tuition and fees

Term
Tuitions fees
Additional fees*
Total  fees*
Term 1
$3,165
$356
$3,521
Term 2
$3,165
$356
$3,521
Term 3
$3,591
$356
$3,947
Term 4
$2,478
$356
$2,834
Term
Additional fees*
Tuitions fees
Total fees
Term 1
$356
$8,065
$8,421
Term 2
$356
$8,104
$8,460
Term 3
$356
$9,923
$10,279
Term 4
$356
$6,497
$6,853
*Per term: Student Service Fee

Courses

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Term 3
Term 4

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