Program Code		B301
Program Length		4 years (8 semesters) including at least 1 co-op term
Starting		September, January
Certification		Bachelor's Degree
Location		St. James Campus
Apply to		ontariocolleges.ca

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Secure your Future in Financial Services
The Bachelor of Applied Business (Financial Services) degree was developed with employers to create graduates who can thrive in today's financial services industry.

Customize your Education
This exciting degree offers the only applied degree in Financial Services in Ontario that includes majors in Accounting, Personal Financial Planning, and Financial Services management and Administration.

Accounting
The Bachelor of Applied Business degree is recognized by the institute of Chartered Accountants of Ontario, the Certified Management Accountants of Ontario and the Certified General Accountants Association of Canada.

Personal Financial Planning
Our bachelor's degree is accredited by the Financial Planners Standards Council www.cfp-ca.org so that students can write the CFP^TM exam immediately after graduation. Students in this major will also complete the Canadian Securities Course.

Notebook Program
For all majors in the Financial Services degree, we introduce notebook computing in semester 3 as an integral part of the learning experience. In exchange for an annual notebook fee, students will receive a notebook computer pre-loaded with all the necessary software and fully supported by the College. The annual notebook fee for 2009-2010 is $1,150, plus a one-time, refundable $400 deposit due when enrolling in the third semester.

Co-op
Employers have told us that they are more likely to hire a student with co-op experience. Our co-op program gives you the real-life experience that employers demand.

Admission Requirements

• Ontario Secondary School Diploma with six Grade 12 University (U) or University/College (M) courses or six OAC credits or equivalent including: Grade 12 University (U) or OAC English and any Grade 12 University or OAC Mathematics.
  
  
• A grade of at least 65% in all prerequisite courses and an overall average of 65% in six OAC, Grade 12 U of M courses. Recommended courses: basic computer software applications and Mathematics of Data Management (MDM4U)
  
  
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