Bachelor of Commerce in Financial Planning (Honours)

Course Description

The four-year honors degree program you described is focused on providing students with a strong foundation in financial management and personal financial planning, as well as developing a range of skills that are important for success in the business world. These skills may include business acumen, critical thinking, problem-solving, and the ability to adapt to changing circumstances. It seems that the program is designed to prepare students for a variety of roles in both the public and private sectors, and may also provide opportunities to pursue industry-recognized certifications or further education. Overall, it seems like a comprehensive and well-rounded program that can provide students with the skills and knowledge they need to succeed in their careers.

• Demonstrate knowledge of all major functional areas of business, including organizational behavior, accounting, human resources, marketing, finance, operations management, and information systems to work effectively as a member of a cross-functional team.
• Apply customer service and emotional intelligence concepts in all client interactions to establish effective working relationships built on trust and rapport.
• Plan and act within applicable laws and regulations, including maintaining currency in the changing legal and regulatory environment at federal and provincial levels, basic contract law, civil law, privacy laws, and charter law to ensure all work is completed in an ethical and legal fashion.
• Demonstrate research skills to evaluate the performance of financial products, investigate regulations and acts, gather information for planning purposes, and determine product availability, as required in a variety of employment situations.