Bachelor of Commerce [B.Com] (Financial Services)
STEM Course
4 years
Full Time
Honours, Co Op & On Campus
Field of Study:
CA$18,740/Yr
CA$18,740 /Yr
- The Honours BCom in Financial Service at George Brown College is offered as a 4 years (8 semesters) business degree program.
- This course is offered on a full-time basis and part-time studies are not available for this program.
- After the first year of studies, students can choose from either the Accounting or financial planning.
- The co-op experience usually occurs between the 6th and 7th semesters if taken in one block and all 420 hours must be completed before the seventh semester.
- Students are seeking a career as a professional accountant or a financial planner, this program provides the skills, knowledge, and real-world experience to help career succeed.
- The program includes:
- Accounting, banking management, administration, and financial planning theory, as well as the practice of applying concepts in the real world.
- A state-of-the-art facility that includes network-ready wireless classrooms and study areas.
- A curriculum that is current and has been developed with input from industry partners, the Chartered Professional Accountants of Ontario, and the Financial Planners Standards Council.
- The student to faculty ratio at the college of this program is 19:1.
- Students must successfully complete 41 courses and 1 integrated work experience in order to complete their degree.
- The cost of the work experience preparation course and the work experience semester are included in the first-year tuition.
- This program is approved for OSAP (Ontario Student Assistance Program) funding, provided the applicants to meet OSAP eligibility criteria.
- In addition to on-the-job work experience, George Brown College endeavors to provide field education opportunities with real-world challenges and clients.
- The average salary goes up to 38,250 USD after completing this program.
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Important Dates
| Event | Application Date |
|---|---|
| Application Open for May 2024 intake | Aug 8, 2023 |
| Application Open for January 2024 intake | Apr 3, 2023 |
Tuition Fees
| Year | 1st Year Fees |
|---|---|
| Tuition Fees | CA$18740 (CAD 18740) |
Other Expenses
| Head | Avg Cost Per Year |
|---|---|
| Living Expenses | CA$7965 (CAD 7965) |
| Health Insurance | CA$755 (CAD 755) |
Previous Year Tuition Fees
| Year | 1st Year Fees |
|---|---|
| 2021 | CA$18740 (CAD 18740) |
Eligibility & Entry Requirement
Academic Eligibility:
- Ontario Secondary School Diploma with six Grade 12 University (U) or University/College (M) courses.
- A grade of at least 60% in all prerequisite courses (English and Maths).
- Must be graduated from senior secondary school or equivalent (those applying for a postgraduate program must have graduated from a university or college).
- Students may also be able to meet English proficiency requirements by completing the appropriate ESL(English as a second language) level at one of the college language school partners.
Work Experience Eligibility:
- Work experience is required as part of this program.
- A work-integrated learning experience that amounts to no less than 14 weeks of full-time equivalent work.
- Work Experience offers the opportunity to:
- Students are also strongly encouraged to pursue self-directed industry work experience opportunities and believe would provide the learning experiences value and meet the learning outcomes of the program.
- Students must successfully complete 41 courses and one Integrated Work Experience in order to complete their degree.
Indian Student Eligibility:
Indian students are eligible to apply if they meet one of the following eligibility criteria
- Students must be graduated from senior secondary school or equivalent (those applying for a postgraduate program must have graduated from a university or college).
- Minimum 5 major subjects in 12th Grade, including English, with an average of 65% and no course less than 60%.
- If Math was not taken in 12th Grade, Mathematics from Grade 10 or 11 (or from any post-secondary courses taken) may be considered if the grade is at 70% or higher.
- For some degree programs, minimum grades in Grade 12 Science courses are also required.
- Students have to submit the All India Senior School Certificate (CBSE) or Indian School Certificate (ISC) or Year 10+2 State Board certificate.
Along with the minimum eligibility requirements, international students hailing from non-English speaking countries need to prove English proficiency through IELTS/TOEFL/PTE/any equivalent test to get admission to this program.
Required Document List
Required Documents are:
- Online application form: Students have to submit an online application form at the official website.
- CV/Resume: Outline of academic achievements and/or awards, publications, relevant work, and/or volunteer experience.
- Academic Documents: Students have to submit marks sheets and certificates of secondary (10) and senior secondary school (+2).
- Transcript: Students must submit the official marks statements or transcripts that are provided by the college.
- Certificates: Certificates like High School or University/College Certificates are to be submitted of education qualification.
- ELP Scores: Students have to submit their English language proficiency scores like IELTS, TOEFL, or other test scores.
- NOTE: University does not accept study gaps of more than 5 years.
Career and Placement after Course
Graduates of the program have found employment as:
- Analyst, International Tax
- Supervisor, Accounts Payable
- Senior Accounting Clerk
- Client Portfolio Analyst
- Senior Financial Analyst
- Financial Officer
- Assistant Portfolio Manager
Scholarship Grants & Financial Aids
| Name | Scholarship Per Student | Level of Study | Type | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Deutschland Stipendium Program | Scholarship per studentCA$ 4,363/Yr$4,363 | Level Of StudyBachelor | TypeCollege-Specific | |
| Axol Science Scholarship | Scholarship per studentCA$ 2,000/Yr$2,000 | Level Of StudyBachelor | TypeCompany-Sponsored | |
| ASID Foundation Legacy Scholarships | Scholarship per studentCA$ 4,000/Yr$4,000 | Level Of StudyBachelor | TypeMerit-Based | |
| BrokerFish International student scholarship | Scholarship per studentCA$ 1,000/Yr$1,000 | Level Of StudyBachelor | TypeMerit-Based | |
| QS scholarships | Scholarship per studentVariable Amount | Level Of StudyBachelor | TypeMerit-Based | |
| Forktip Women’s- Innovation Scholarship | Scholarship per studentVariable Amount | Level Of StudyBachelor | TypeCollege-Specific |
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