Program Overview

This finance co-op program is designed to give you the skills necessary to connect with your future clients and colleagues in the financial services industry in Canada. This diploma in finance will teach you to work with clients, evaluate their needs and offer advice on personal financial management, tax and retirement planning, insurance, investments, and estate planning, as well as customer relations and providing products to clients.

Program Details

Program Code
BFN5
Credential:
Ontario College Diploma
Duration
60 weeks
Start Dates
Locations
Availability

Full Time Offerings

2024 September
London
Open
2025 January
London
Open
2023 September
London
Closed
2024 January
London
Closed
Start Dates
Locations
Availability

Full Time Offerings

2024 September
London
Open
2025 January
London
Open
2023 September
London
Closed
2024 January
London
Closed

Your Learning Experience

This business finance co-op program is designed to develop the skills needed to work in the growing personal financial services sector, from customer service to wealth management and financial planning. The paid co-op work term will provide valuable work experience to add to your resume. 

 

Qualified graduates will have completed all of the educational requirements leading to the QAFP™, QUALIFIED ASSOCIATE FINANCIAL PLANNER™ and PFP®, Personal Financial Planner® designations. Students are also prepared to write the Canadian Securities Course® and Life Licensing Qualification Program examinations as prerequisites to securities and life insurance licensing. Students will also have completed the Mutual Funds Licensing course.

 

There are options to transfer to complete a degree program at many other post-secondary institutions or complement your diploma with a graduate certificate offered by the Lawrence Kinlin School of Business.

 

A fully online version of the business finance program, full-time or part-time, is also available.

 

QAFP™, QUALIFIED ASSOCIATE FINANCIAL PLANNER™ and the logo are certification marks of FP Canada™ used under license.  Copyright © 2021 FP Canada™. All rights reserved. PFP®, Personal Financial Planner® and the logo are trademarks owned by the Canadian Securities Institute, Copyright © 2021.

 

Co-op Opportunities & Career Information

Co-op Opportunities 

The Business – Finance program offers a cooperative education component, which provides students with the opportunity to gain invaluable first-hand experience within their chosen field. Here are some co-op jobs that have kick-started the careers of some Business – Finance (Co-op) students before even graduating!

Financial Services Co-op - help create and edit financial plans and coordinate the execution of those plans with investment advisory firms, insurance professionals and banks.

Financial Advisor - work with financial teams to develop comprehensive financial plans that align with a client’s unique investment, retirement and estate planning goals. 

For more information regarding co-op, please check out our co-op site or contact the Co-op Office at coop@fanshawec.ca to connect with a consultant

Career Information 

Graduates of Fanshawe’s Business – Finance program are prepared to enter the financial services sector in many fields, including banking, credit management, wealth management, life insurance, investments and financial planning. Graduates are suited to a variety of entry-level positions and may advance into such as sales representative, customer service representative, insurance advisor, investment advisor, financial planner or retirement planner.

Did you know Fanshawe consistently ranks high in graduate employment rates among large colleges in Ontario? 

Here is an example of a career opportunity for graduates of Fanshawe’s Business – Finance program:

Financial Planning Associate 

Support the work of financial planners and external clients by booking appointments, conducting research, updating account information, transaction records and internal systems to investigate issues in financial planning activities.

Program Progression

Fall Intake - Option A

  Fall Winter Summer
Year 1 Level 1 Level 2 Off
Year 2 Level 3 Work Term 1 Work Term 2  
Year 3 Level 4    

 

Fall Intake - Option B

  Fall Winter Summer
Year 1 Level 1 Level 2 Work Term 1
Year 2 Level 3 Level 4 Work Term 2  

Fall Intake - Option C

  Fall Winter Summer
Year 1 Level 1 Level 2 Off
Year 2 Level 3 Work Term 1 Work Term 2  
Year 3 Work Term 3 Level 4  

Winter Intake

  Winter Summer Fall
Year 1 Level 1 Level 2 Level 3
Year 2 Work Term 1 Work Term 2 Work Term 3
Year 3 Level 4    

 

 

Learning Outcomes

The graduate has reliably demonstrated the ability to

  1. Process and maintain financial records in compliance with relevant policies, procedures and regulations for individuals and/or organizations.
  2. Prepare and present financial information in compliance with relevant legislation and regulations for individuals and/or organizations.
  3. Generate financial reports for individuals and/or organizations by applying financial mathematics and statistics.
  4. Contribute to the development and the implementation of a financial plan to meet individuals’ and/or organizations’ needs and objectives.
  5. Contribute to the development and the implementation of marketing strategies to promote financial products and services and to enhance customer service.
  6. Develop and implement strategies to establish and maintain professional networking and business relationships in the finance sector.
  7. Analyze, within a Canadian context, the impact of economic variables, legislation, ethics, technology and the environment on individuals’ and/or organizations’ operations.
  8. Develop and implement ongoing strategies for personal and professional development, highlighting ethics, values and standards in the finance sector.

 

Program Coordinator:

Brad Bishop

 

Academic Advisor:

Ingrid Amezquita Montoya

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Specially-trained Fanshawe staff and students will tour you around the campus viewing key student spaces to provide you with a better understanding of the full student experience.

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Admission Requirements

Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD), or equivalent, or a mature applicant with the following courses:

- Grade 12 English (C or U)

- Grade 11 Math (C, U or M - minimum of 60%), or Grade 12 Math (C or U)

Students who do not meet the admission requirements are recommended for academic upgrading. A conditional offer may be possible with proof of enrolment. Alternatively, applicants missing the required courses may want to consider our one-year Business Fundamentals preparatory program. Upon graduation, students can enter level 2 of any business diploma program in the Lawrence Kinlin School of Business.
 

 
International Admission Equivalencies
Admission equivalencies for Fanshawe depends on your country of study. Please enter your location to see the requirements for your country below.
English Language Requirements

English Language Requirements

Test Score
TOEFL iBT 79
IELTS Academic Overall score of 6.0 with no score less than 5.5 in any of the four bands
CAEL Overall score of 60 with no score less than 50 in any of the four bands. score of 80 in listening
PTE Academic 53
Cambridge English Overall score of 169 with no language skill less than 162
ESL4/GAP5 Minimum grade of 80% in Level 8, 75% in Level 9, or 70% in Level 10
Duolingo Overall score of 105, with no score lower than 95

 

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Recommended Academic Preparation

Recommended Academic Preparation

Any Grade 11 or Grade 12 Business Studies (C), (M), or (O) 

Grade 12 Business and Technological Communication (O) 

Academic and Career Entrance Certificate (ACE): Business  Mathematics course and Computer Skills course 

Applicants who do not meet the stated admission requirements for the Business - Finance program should apply to the one-year Business Fundamentals Ontario College Certificate program, Program Code BFS2. The Business Fundamentals program is recommended for students who require or desire academic upgrading, particularly in Mathematics and English, before pursuing a business diploma program. Students who successfully complete the Business Fundamentals program may be eligible for admission to Level 2 of any two-year business diploma program at Fanshawe College.  
Advanced Standing

Advanced Standing

  • Applicants may apply for advanced standing on the basis of previous academic achievement at another institution and/or Prior Learning Assessment and Recognition (PLAR). Advanced standing qualifies the applicant for direct entry to a second or higher level of the program. 
Applicant Selection Criteria

Applicant Selection Criteria

Where the number of program eligible applicants exceeds available spaces, the Applicant Selection Criteria for this program will be:  

1. Preference for Permanent Residents of Ontario 

2. Receipt of Application by February 1st (After this date, Fanshawe College will consider applicants on a first-come, first-served basis until the program is full) 

3. Achievement in the Admission Requirements 
Post-Admission Requirements

Post-Admission Requirements

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Courses

Level 1
Take all of the following Mandatory Courses:
ACCT-1100Principles of Accounting 13
This course introduces the student to the Principles of Accounting, and includes an exploration of the underlying concepts that guide the preparation of accounts for individuals and organizations. It is designed to teach the student, regardless of program destination, an essential life skill - an understanding of Net Worth, and its importance to business success and the financial well being of the individual.
WRIT-1032Reason & Writing Business 13
This course will introduce business students to essential principles of reading, writing, and reasoning at the postsecondary level. Students will identify, summarize, analyze, and evaluate multiple short readings and write persuasive response essays to develop their vocabulary, comprehension, grammar, and critical thinking.
MKTG-1012Principles of Marketing 13
This course is designed to provide an overview of the decisions that face Marketers in today's fast-paced and competitive business environment. Students will learn that marketing is not only advertising but a broad set of activities designed to satisfy consumer needs and wants. Students examine the information Marketers require for effective decision-making and learn the basic elements of the marketing planning process.
MATH-1052Business Math3
This course provides a review of basic arithmetic and algebra as well as providing students with mathematical tools and concepts needed for other college courses and in future employment. This course is to prepare students for later courses in Marketing, Business, Financial Planning, Accounting, Purchasing and Insurance.
BUSI-1060Strategies for Success1
This course presents and helps to develop some of the skills required to achieve academic and career success. Areas of focus include college resources, study skills, time management, academic integrity, emotional self-awareness and social skills development. Additionally, emphasis is placed on career readiness and preparation.
BUSI-1005Introduction to Business Processes3
This course explores the various functional areas of business in Canada and demonstrates the interrelationship among these areas. Students are introduced to many concepts, including major business trends, the role of government in business, marketing, operations, employee-management issues, financial resources management, business ethics and social responsibility.
COOP-1020Co-operative Education Employment Prep1
This workshop will provide an overview of the Co-operative Education consultants and students' roles and responsibilities as well as the Co-operative Education Policy. It will provide students with employment preparatory skills specifically related to co-operative education work assignments and will prepare students for their work term.
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Tuition Summary

London

Canadian Costs
$7,835.80
Total Cost of Program
International Costs
$32,202.56
Total Cost of Program

*Total program costs are approximate, subject to change and do not include the health and dental plan fee, bus pass fee or program general expenses.

 

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