Bachelor in Financial Services (Minor)

Applications for the Sep 2027 intake are open until Aug 31, 2027. Tuition fees for Bachelor in Financial Services (Minor) are 20,400 CAD per year.

Housed within the Faculty of Commerce and Business Administration at Douglas College, this minor leverages the institution's commitment to applied learning and professional readiness. The Financial Services Minor is designed for students across diverse degree programmes who wish to gain a rigorous understanding of how finance functions both as a career path and an influential global force.

Students benefit from a curriculum that bridges theoretical knowledge with practical application, culminating in the Financial Planning Capstone. In this capstone, students are tasked with developing a professional-grade financial plan for a real-world client, bridging the gap between classroom theory and industry practice.

Professional Certification Pathways

A distinctive feature of this minor is its alignment with industry standards. Several courses within the programme satisfy the FP Canada™ Core and Advanced Curriculum requirements, providing a structured pathway for students aiming to pursue the Qualified Associate Financial Planner (QAFP™) and Certified Financial Planner (CFP®) designations. Whether your goal is to master investment management, security analysis, or financial services marketing, this minor offers the flexibility to tailor your finance education to your specific interests.