Bachelor of Commerce - Finance
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Program Overview
Humber’s Bachelor of Commerce – Finance degree program offers comprehensive knowledge of both business and finance. Our program starts with a foundation of business studies in areas such as organizational behaviour, law, economics, finance, accounting, marketing and operations management. Specialization courses focus on theories, methods and techniques in various aspects of finance including analysis, planning and risk management.
Our project-based curriculum, designed by industry experts, helps you develop the skills to move from idea to execution, all while learning core business concepts and financial strategies. A senior-level project in your final year will give you experience in problem solving, evaluating strengths and limitations, and making appropriate decisions in a real-world, team-based environment.
Semester 1 |
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| ACCT 1000: Introductory Financial Accounting |
| ECON 1000: Microeconomics |
| LAW 1000: Business Law |
| MKTG 1000: Marketing |
| Select 1 from the following courses |
| DEGE : Degree Breadth Elective |
Semester 2 |
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| BUS 1500: Business Information Systems |
| BUS 1501: Business Communications |
| ECON 1500: Macroeconomics |
| MGMT 1500: Organizational Behaviour |
| STAT 1112: Statistics for Business |
Semester 3 |
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| FIN 2500: Financial Management |
| MGMT 2500: Operations Management |
| Select 1 from the following courses |
| BDGE : Business Degree Elective |
| Select 2 from the following courses |
| DEGE : Degree Breadth Elective |
Semester 4 |
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| ACCT 3000: Introductory Management Accounting |
| FIN 2501: Consumer Credit |
| HRM 2000: Human Resources Management |
| Select 2 from the following courses |
| DEGE : Degree Breadth Elective |
Semester 6 |
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| FIN 3000: Corporate Issuers |
| FIN 4000: Equity Investments |
| FIN 4010: Risk Management and Estate Planning |
| FIN 4112: Canadian Investment Securities 2 |
| FIN 4500: Taxation |
Work Experience - SEM 6C |
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| FIN 3099: Field Experience - Bachelor of Commerce: Finance |
Semester 7 |
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| FIN 3510: Fixed Income |
| FIN 4501: Ethics and Standards in Finance |
| MGMT 4502: Strategic Management |
| Select 2 from the following courses |
| DEGE : Degree Breadth Elective |
Work-Integrated Learning
The program requires that you complete 14 weeks/420 hours of a paid in the summer between your sixth and seventh semesters. This gives you the hands-on, real-world experience that employers value. Your field experience will give you the opportunity to explore the field you’d like to work in when you graduate. We will work with employers and our industry partners to help you identify opportunities to pursue.
Humber Advantages
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Expert Faculty
Our professors are experts in their fields with strong and wide-ranging industry connections. You’ll learn from financial specialists who use applied projects and case studies to help you develop your analytical skills.
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MBE (Marketing) – Punjabi University
BA (Economics) – Panjab University
Amar Rahou
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MSc (Management and Development of International Financial Systems) – University of Glamorgan (currently, University of South Wales)
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Anke Foller-Carroll
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Anthony Gordon
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MA (Economics) - York University
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Brad Witt
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Claudine Daley
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Ken Chalmers
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Lynn McAuliffe
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Michael Ho
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Your Career
Both the private and public sectors are looking for financial analysts, financial advisors and business managers, and the demand will only grow in the future. Our degree will help you work towards a career that will see you build, shape and support financial organizations.
Our program provides the knowledge, hands-on experience and skills necessary for you to become an analyst or advisor in:
- finance
- financial services
- insurance
- investments
- planning
- risk management
You’ll also be positioned to pursue graduate studies or take on a more specialized role as a financial analyst, financial advisor/planner, banker or money manager. As a highly qualified financial expert, you’ll have the potential to be promoted to mid- or senior-management positions as your career progresses. And if working for yourself appeals to you, you’ll have the know-how and experience to channel that entrepreneurial spirit and start your own business.
Professional Accreditations & Recognition
CFA Institute
The program is recognized by the CFA Institute as an Affiliated University Program meeting the CFA Program Candidate Body of Knowledge curriculum requirements.
Chartered Institute of Financial Planning (CIFP)
FP Canada
The program is recognized by FP Canada as an Approved Core and Advanced Curriculum Provider meeting the educational requirements on the path to Qualified Associate Financial Planner (QAFP) or Certified Financial Planner (CFP) certification.
Additional requirements may apply.
Note: The requirements for the additional credential(s) are determined by the granting body, which is independent from the College. Students are encouraged to obtain the specific requirements directly from the granting body before enrolling.
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Program Availability
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| Sep 2025 | Course-Based | Lakeshore | Open |
| Jan 2026 | Course-Based | Lakeshore | Open |
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| Sep 2025 | Course-Based | Lakeshore | Open |
| Jan 2026 | Course-Based | Lakeshore | Open |
Humber is a publicly funded institution. International students graduating from a PGWP Eligible program at Humber are eligible to apply for a Post-Graduation Work Permit.
International students in Canada could be eligible for an automatic scholarship*. Apply now!
Check out the step-by-step Admissions Road Map for helpful information and additional resources.
| START | DELIVERY | LOCATION | STATUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 2025 | Course-Based | Lakeshore | Open |
| Jan 2026 | Course-Based | Lakeshore | Open |
Humber is a publicly funded institution. International students graduating from a PGWP Eligible program at Humber are eligible to apply for a Post-Graduation Work Permit.
International applicants outside of Canada can apply through Humber International. Check out the step-by-step Admissions Road Map for helpful information and additional resources.
Upcoming Recruitment Events
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Humber Business Students Explore Investment Management Careers at AHF x Mackenzie Investments Networking Event
WIL Career Fairs and Networking Events
Tue, March 25, 2025
On March 19, Longo Faculty of Business students were part of 44 participants at the AHF x Mackenzie Investments Networking Event in downtown Toronto.
CFA Institute Representatives Visit Humber to Inspire Finance Students
Thu, March 20, 2025
Representatives from the CFA® Institute visited Lakeshore Campus to engage with students from the Bachelor of Commerce – Finance program.
Overcoming Challenges: A Student's Quest for Knowledge in Finance
Tue, November 05, 2024
Bachelor of Commerce – Finance degree student, Saliha Hussaini, stands out for her resilience, determination, and passion for knowledge.
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Ministry Consent
Humber College has been granted a consent by the Ministry of Colleges and Universities to offer this applied degree for a seven-year term starting July 15, 2020. Humber College shall ensure that all students admitted to the above-named program during the period of consent will have the opportunity to complete the program within a reasonable time frame.
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