“That really sets students apart,” says Royal Bank’s Pierre Tomiczek, who teaches financial planning at Humber.
“It’s a sign of distinction that gives students a leg up. The CFP signals to the employer: dedication, knowledge, and ethics. That last point is significant because success as a financial planner is based on trust and integrity.”
The CFP designation is prominent in banking and finance, with international appeal—enhancing the employability of job candidates in Canada, the US, and Australia. According to Tomiczek the CFP means being able to balance social, work, family, and education commitments. The candidate has demonstrated the skills to meet and exceed goals and values of continuous learning. That person understands learning as necessary to stay competitive in a dynamic workplace and can develop new ways of doing things, which employers value.
With over 20 years of experience in financial planning, Tomiczek got into teaching when a CIBC co-worker suggested it would be a good fit: He was the bank’s in-house trainer. His approach is to impart theory plus actual practice, so students can see theory come to life. He encourages students to adopt different perspectives, which helps them reach goals for their clients, their financial institutions, and themselves.
“As a visual person I try to improve conceptualization via topical day-to-day examples. That keeps the topic fresh, and stimulates my own continued learning."
Along with the availability of mentoring opportunities, Tomiczek thinks the advantage of Humber’s program is that CE students can tailor it to their schedules and customize it to fill their knowledge gaps.
“Our financial planning courses provide the depth and breadth for students to reach their goals.”
ADR, A Full-Time Certificate
offered through CE
Fashion Institute Workshop Series
Popular Courses
