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Bachelor of Applied Business Degree - Financial Services


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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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>George Brown College announces new accreditation agreement with CGA Ontario, April 2010

Toronto, April 15, 2010 - Certified General Accountants of Ontario, George Brown’s Centre for Business and its students celebrate the new accreditation of the bachelor of applied business degree, financial services, accounting program which provides George Brown graduates with the requirements necessary for direct entry into the CGA program of studies at the certification level. Students in this applied degree program are now on the fast-track to a CGA designation while still in school. [More...]

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 and Personal Financial Planning.

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 CFPTM exam immediately after graduation. Students in this major will also complete the Canadian Securities Course.

Notebook Program
For both 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 2010–2011 is $1,000, 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.

Opportunities for 3-year Accounting or Financial Services Diploma Students to Enter Bachelor of Applied Business (Financial Services) Program through "Articulation Agreement"

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.

  • Mature Students Status (19 years of age or older): Grade 12 University (U) English and Mathematics (or equivalent) are required; minimum grade of 65 in all required courses.

  • Post-secondary courses in English and Mathematics with a grade level of B or higher will be considered.

  • A TOEFL score of 580 (or equivalent), where applicable.

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George Brown has been granted a consent by the Minister of Training, Colleges and Universities to offer this applied degree for a five-year term starting December 2007. An application for renewal of the consent has been submitted and the current consent remains in effect until a decision on the renewal application is made. George Brown College shall ensure that all students admitted to the Bachelor of Applied Business (Financial Services) program during the period of consent renewal will have the opportunity to complete the program within a reasonable time frame.

Please contact Joshua Li at 416-415-5000, ext. 2774 or email at .

If you are an International Visa student, please contact the International Centre - 416-415-5000 ext. 2115 or international@georgebrown.ca

 

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  Revised: August 11, 2011  


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