Business - Finance (Co-op)
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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 January
London
Open
2024 September
London
Open
2025 January
London
Open
2023 September
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
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Fall Intake -- Option B
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Fall Intake -- Option C
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Learning Outcomes
The graduate has reliably demonstrated the ability to
- Process and maintain financial records in compliance with relevant policies, procedures and regulations for individuals and/or organizations.
- Prepare and present financial information in compliance with relevant legislation and regulations for individuals and/or organizations.
- Generate financial reports for individuals and/or organizations by applying financial mathematics and statistics.
- Contribute to the development and the implementation of a financial plan to meet individuals’ and/or organizations’ needs and objectives.
- Contribute to the development and the implementation of marketing strategies to promote financial products and services and to enhance customer service.
- Develop and implement strategies to establish and maintain professional networking and business relationships in the finance sector.
- Analyze, within a Canadian context, the impact of economic variables, legislation, ethics, technology and the environment on individuals’ and/or organizations’ operations.
- Develop and implement ongoing strategies for personal and professional development, highlighting ethics, values and standards in the finance sector.
Academic School
Program Coordinator:
Brad Bishop
Academic Advisor:
Ingrid Amezquita Montoya
More Information
Courses
| Level 1 | ||||
| Take all of the following Mandatory Courses: | ||||
| ACCT-1100 | Principles of Accounting 1 | 3 | ||
| 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-1032 | Reason & Writing Business 1 | 3 | ||
| 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-1012 | Principles of Marketing 1 | 3 | ||
| 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-1052 | Business Math | 3 | ||
| 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-1060 | Strategies for Success | 1 | ||
| 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-1005 | Introduction to Business Processes | 3 | ||
| 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-1020 | Co-operative Education Employment Prep | 1 | ||
| 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. | ||||
Tuition Summary
London
*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.