Financial Planning

CanadaTaught in EnglishOpen to international students

Why students choose Douglas College

Small class sizes with personalized instructor interaction
Post-Graduation Work Permit eligibility for many programs
Pathways to transfer to top Canadian universities like UBC and SFU
Support services tailored for international student success
Flexible study options including online and part-time programs

About Financial Planning

Applications for the Jan 2027 intake are due by Dec 31, 2026, and tuition is See costs broken down into categories including tuition fees, textbooks, student activity fees, U-Pass and more..

This programme is designed for individuals with an undergraduate degree who want to enter the financial planning field. Students study financial planning, taxation, investing, and wealth management. They create a professional financial plan using four of six financial components learned during the programme. The curriculum includes courses in personal finance, security analysis, and income tax.

One year, 30.00 credits, full-time or part-time, includes Business Internship program.

Graduates enter roles such as financial advisor, trainee financial planner, or associate advisor.

Undergraduate degree from a recognized institution, English language proficiency if credential was not in English.

On-campus, full-time or part-time, one year.

About Douglas College

Douglas College's campuses in Coquitlam, New Westminster, and Surrey offer modern facilities set within accessible urban communities. Classrooms, labs, and student spaces are designed for collaboration and hands-on learning. The atmosphere emphasizes support, with resources tailored to help students succeed academically and personally. International students join a network of programs that blend university-level coursework with career-focused training.