Bachelor's in Finance
Foundational program in corporate finance, investments, financial markets, derivatives, fixed income, portfolio management, and personal finance.
Credential
BACHELOR
Duration
4 Years
Credits
90 Canadian CR
Campus Location
Ottawa, ON (Main)
Study Format
Full-Time & Co-op
Program Overview & Objectives
Foundational program in corporate finance, investments, financial markets, derivatives, fixed income, portfolio management, and personal finance.
Offered through the Finance within the School of Business, this program provides students with direct access to Cannoga’s state-of-the-art academic resources, experiential learning laboratories, and comprehensive Admissions Services.
Industry-Aligned Curriculum
Designed in collaboration with Canadian industry partners. View all Degree Programmes.
Hands-On Practicum & Co-op
Embedded terms providing direct workplace experience in Ottawa. See International Student Support.
Curriculum & Course Structure
Required core subjects, specialized courses, and capstone modules:
| Code | Area | Course Title | Credits | Prerequisite / Eligibility |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| BUS 5261 | Core | Advanced ('Business Foundations', 'none') Semester 1 | 3 CR | Open Enrollment |
| BUS 5262 | Core | Advanced ('Business Communications', 'previous') Semester 2 | 3 CR | Open Enrollment |
| BUS 5263 | Core | Advanced ('Financial Accounting', 'previous') Semester 1 | 3 CR | Open Enrollment |
| BUS 5264 | Core | Advanced ('Business Mathematics', 'previous') Semester 2 | 3 CR | Open Enrollment |
| BUS 6265 | Core | Advanced ('Marketing Principles', 'previous') Semester 1 | 3 CR | Open Enrollment |
| BUS 6266 | Core | Advanced ('Organizational Behaviour', 'previous') Semester 2 | 3 CR | Open Enrollment |
| BUS 6267 | Core | Advanced ('Microeconomics for Business', 'previous') Semester 1 | 3 CR | Open Enrollment |
| BUS 6268 | Core | Advanced ('Macroeconomics for Business', 'previous') Semester 2 | 3 CR | Open Enrollment |
| BUS 6269 | Core | Advanced ('Business Law', 'previous') Semester 1 | 3 CR | Open Enrollment |
| BUS 6270 | Core | Advanced ('Management Accounting', 'previous') Semester 2 | 3 CR | Open Enrollment |
| BUS 3241 | Core | Business Foundations Semester 1 | 3 CR | Open Enrollment |
| BUS 3242 | Core | Business Communications Semester 2 | 3 CR | Open Enrollment |
| BUS 3243 | Core | Financial Accounting Semester 1 | 3 CR | Open Enrollment |
| BUS 3244 | Core | Business Mathematics Semester 2 | 3 CR | Open Enrollment |
| BUS 3245 | Core | Marketing Principles Semester 1 | 3 CR | Open Enrollment |
| BUS 3246 | Core | Organizational Behaviour Semester 2 | 3 CR | Open Enrollment |
| BUS 3247 | Core | Microeconomics for Business Semester 1 | 3 CR | Open Enrollment |
| BUS 3248 | Core | Macroeconomics for Business Semester 2 | 3 CR | Open Enrollment |
| BUS 4249 | Core | Business Law Semester 1 | 3 CR | Open Enrollment |
| BUS 4250 | Core | Management Accounting Semester 2 | 3 CR | Open Enrollment |
| BUS 4251 | Core | Human Resource Management Semester 1 | 3 CR | Open Enrollment |
| BUS 4252 | Core | Operations Management Semester 2 | 3 CR | Open Enrollment |
| BUS 4253 | Core | Business Analytics Semester 1 | 3 CR | Open Enrollment |
| BUS 4254 | Core | Entrepreneurship and Innovation Semester 2 | 3 CR | Open Enrollment |
| BUS 4255 | Core | Strategic Management Semester 1 | 3 CR | Open Enrollment |
| BUS 4256 | Core | Digital Business Semester 2 | 3 CR | Open Enrollment |
| BUS 5257 | Core | Supply Chain Management Semester 1 | 3 CR | Open Enrollment |
| BUS 5258 | Core | Corporate Finance Semester 2 | 3 CR | Open Enrollment |
| BUS 5259 | Core | International Business Semester 1 | 3 CR | Open Enrollment |
| BUS 5260 | Core | Business Strategy Capstone Semester 2 | 3 CR | Open Enrollment |
Career Prospects & Industry Pathways
Graduates of the Bachelor's in Finance are equipped for high-demand roles across public and private sector organizations in Ontario and Canada. Learn more about Tuition & Financial Aid Options or connect with our Career Advisory Team.
Target Roles & Career Positions
Financial Analyst; Investment Banker; Risk Manager;
Average Starting Salary
$58,000 – $74,000 CAD
Graduate Employment Rate
94.2% within 6 Months
Work Permit Eligibility
Eligible (PGWP Pathway)
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirement:
High School Diploma with Mathematics Minimum average of 75% in Mathematics and English required.
Minimum Admission Grade:
75%
Language Proficiency:
IELTS 6.0 overall (no band under 5.5) or TOEFL iBT 80. See International Requirements.
Estimated Tuition (2026–2027)
Department Faculty
David Okonkwo
Faculty
Aaron Miller
Assistant Professor
Maria Hernandez
Professor