Finance
Master capital markets, corporate finance, and investment - gateway to Bay Street careers.
Finance programs focus on capital markets, corporate finance, investment analysis, and financial risk management. Students learn to value companies, analyse investments, and manage financial risk using quantitative methods. The CFA designation is highly valued and often pursued alongside or after a finance degree.
Admission Average
high 80s to low 90s (Tier 2 (85-91%))
Typical High School Prerequisites
- English
- Advanced Functions
- Calculus & Vectors (recommended)
- One additional U/M course
Skills You'll Build
- Investment Analysis
- Financial Modelling (Excel, Bloomberg)
- Risk Management
- Portfolio Construction
- Quantitative Reasoning
Program Facts
- Typical length: 4 years
- Co-op available: No
- Graduate school: Not typically required
- Demand outlook: Stable Growth
Top Universities
- Queen's University – Kingston, ON
- University of Toronto – Toronto, ON
- McGill University – Montreal, QC
- University of British Columbia – Vancouver, BC
- York University – Toronto, ON
Careers This Major Leads To
- Investment Banker – Entry $110,000
- Financial Analyst / CFA – Entry $65,000
- Actuary – Entry $80,000