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| Program start date | Application deadline |
| 2025-09-01 | - |
Program Overview
The Business - Finance program is a two-year diploma that prepares students for entry-level careers in the financial services sector. Students will acquire a broad range of professional service and technical skills necessary for a variety of employment settings in all sectors of business and industry, including banks and other financial institutions, government offices, small businesses and financial planning firms.
Graduates of the program are able to challenge the Qualified Associate Financial Planning Designation (QAFP) in order to engage in financial planning and provide financial services to Canadians. Graduates will also have the skills to apply computer, communication and mathematical skills, and employ financial planning and service techniques to support activities, including the maintenance, preparation and presentation of individuals' or organizations' financial documents and statements and individuals' tax returns. In addition, graduates collaborate on a number of more complex functions, including financial analysis, planning and control.
Note:
- Relevant courses in this 2 year program have been approved by FP Canada. Upon raduation from the program, and taking additional FP Canada approved courses, graduate students are able to challenge the Qualified Associate Financial Planning Designation (QAFP).
- Students have the option to challenge the Canadian Securities Course (CSC) and the Life Licensing Qualifying Program (LLQP) industry examinations, which provide credentials that are highly sought after by employers. There are additional fees associated with both industry examinations.
Program details
Code: 1396 Delivery: Full-time Length: 2 years Start: January 2024 Campus: Kitchener – Doon Credential: Ontario College DiplomaProgram contacts
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Tuition and fee details for the 2023-2024 year are listed below. Books and supplies are additional. Tuition and fee details for terms starting September 2024 and later will be available Spring 2024.
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Tuition $2696.00 $14163.00 Ancillary Fees $2546.64 $3651.74 Total Fees $5242.64 $17814.74Canadian fee details
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| Description | Winter 2024 | Spring 2024 |
|---|---|---|
| Full-time Program Tuition | $1348.00 | $1348.00 |
| Administration Fee | $25.00 | $25.00 |
| Capital Development Fee | $81.77 | $81.77 |
| CSI Health Plan Fee | $201.00 | - |
| CSI Advocacy Fee | $8.00 | $8.00 |
| CSI Association Fee | $102.00 | $102.00 |
| CSI Legal Protection | $20.10 | - |
| eText Fee | $320.00 | $836.00 |
| Graduation/Alumni Services Fee | $20.00 | $20.00 |
| ONE Card Fee | $7.50 | $7.50 |
| Recreation/Athletics Fee | $70.50 | $70.50 |
| Student Services | $86.00 | $86.00 |
| Technology Enhancement Fee | $110.00 | $110.00 |
| CSI - Student Frosh Kit Fee (optional) | $70.00 | - |
| CSI Event Fee and Campus Life (optional) | $30.00 | $30.00 |
| CSI Student Clubs and Societies (optional) | $4.00 | $4.00 |
| Sustainability Fee (optional) | $5.00 | $5.00 |
| Term Total | $2508.87 | $2733.77 |
| Year Total | $5242.64 |
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| Description | Winter 2024 | Spring 2024 |
|---|---|---|
| International Program Tuition | $7081.50 | $7081.50 |
| Administration Fee | $25.00 | $25.00 |
| Capital Development Fee | $81.77 | $81.77 |
| CSI Health Plan Fee | $201.00 | - |
| CSI Advocacy Fee | $8.00 | $8.00 |
| CSI Association Fee | $102.00 | $102.00 |
| CSI International Health Fee | $355.10 | - |
| CSI Legal Protection | $20.10 | - |
| eText Fee | $320.00 | $836.00 |
| Graduation/Alumni Services Fee | $20.00 | $20.00 |
| ISR | $375.00 | $375.00 |
| ONE Card Fee | $7.50 | $7.50 |
| Recreation/Athletics Fee | $70.50 | $70.50 |
| Student Services | $86.00 | $86.00 |
| Technology Enhancement Fee | $110.00 | $110.00 |
| CSI - Student Frosh Kit Fee (optional) | $70.00 | - |
| CSI Event Fee and Campus Life (optional) | $30.00 | $30.00 |
| CSI Student Clubs and Societies (optional) | $4.00 | $4.00 |
| Sustainability Fee (optional) | $5.00 | $5.00 |
| Term Total | $8972.47 | $8842.27 |
| Year Total | $17814.74 |
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This program requires you to have a device that meets certain specifications. For most students, this cost is in addition to the tuition & fees listed above.
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The Ontario Student Assistance Program (OSAP) is a needs-based program designed to help Ontario students cover the cost of post-secondary education. Funded by the federal and provincial governments, OSAP is intended to promote equality of opportunity for post-secondary studies through direct financial assistance for educational costs and living expenses. These interest-free loans are intended to supplement your financial resources and those of your family. The majority of students apply for loan assistance via the OSAP website. Students can also print the application booklet through the OSAP website. For more information, please visit OSAP & aid.Awards & scholarships
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