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Honours Bachelor of Commerce - Financial Planning (Co-op)

Tuition fee CA$19,580 per year

The fees are for the 2023–2024 academic year and include tuition (CA$17,927), health insurance and ancillary charges.

The fees displayed are estimates only for two semesters and are subject to change.

Registration fee CA$390 one-time

The registration fee includes the non-refundable application fee (CA$90) and the refundable deposit fee (CA$300).

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Accommodation fee CA$1,800 per month

The above fee is an estimated amount for living expenses for one month.

  • Including the cost of food, rent, transportation and other living expenses (varies depending on your living preferences).
  • Estimated living expenses are to be used as a guide only and are subject to change.

More information

senecacollege.ca/..grams/fulltime/CFP.html 

Overview

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 required in an ever-changing world.

You will be well-equipped to pursue industry-demanded certifications, further education and/or work in various roles spanning public and private enterprises.

Skills

Throughout this program, you will develop the following skills:

  • business acumen
  • business strategy
  • communication
  • critical and creative thinking
  • cultural awareness
  • data analysis
  • digital literacy
  • financial planning
  • information literacy
  • intrapersonal and interpersonal skills
  • pivoting skills
  • problem-solving
  • project management
  • strategic management

Mandatory Degree Co-op

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.

Professional Certification

Successful completion of this program is the first step in obtaining the following industry certifications and designations that are in high demand:

  • CFA Institute Investment Foundations® program
  • Canadian Securities Course (CSC®)
  • Certificate in Financial Services Advice (CFSA)
  • Personal Financial Planner (PFP®) designation
  • Qualified Associate Financial Planner™ (QAFP™) designation
  • Certified Financial Planner (CFP®) designation

Career opportunities

When you graduate from this program, these are the types of career options that you can explore:

  • business analyst
  • business development manager
  • financial advisor/planner
  • product manager
  • sales and service manager
  • wealth management professional
Apply Now! January 2025
This intake is not applicable
Studies commence
Jan 2, 2025
Apply Now! September 2025
Application start
Oct 1, 2024
This intake is not applicable
Studies commence
Sep 3, 2025

Application deadlines apply to citizens of: United States

Apply Now! January 2025
This intake is not applicable
Studies commence
Jan 2, 2025
Apply Now! September 2025
Application start
Oct 1, 2024
This intake is not applicable
Studies commence
Sep 3, 2025

Application deadlines apply to citizens of: United States