About Diploma Business Administration - Finance in Camosun College

Prepare for a career in business

You'll develop the skills and knowledge to work in the finance industry. This program provides you with a solid business education and a foundation in either a financial planning or corporate finance, covering areas such as business finance; investment analysis; money, banking, and financial institutions; client relationships and marketing; professional ethics; economics; personal taxations, and accounting.

Work Experience

You will gain practical skills and experience by combining your academic studies with relevant work experience in the Co-operative Education designation.

You'll graduate with practical work experience and employer references. Employers value internship as a source of eager and well-prepared talent and often use the internship process as a means of recruiting permanent employees.

After Graduation

With a Diploma in Business Administration – Finance Option, you are prepared for employment with banks, finance departments of larger corporations and government; credit unions, trust companies, investment dealers, mortgage brokerage firms, insurance companies, lending and leasing institutions and financial planning firms.

You will also graduate with credit towards the Bachelor of Business Administration programs at Camosun College. You may obtain advanced standing and/or recognition in a number of professional programs or be able transfer to a university.

For further information, consult with an Academic Advisor. There are also 2-year block transfer credit to degree programs at other institutions including Royal Roads University and the University of Lethbridge. Transfer credit to other post-secondary institutions on a course-by-course basis is available.

What to expect

The Business Administration - Finance Option program is primarily located at our Interurban Campus. Choose full- or part-time studies, to fit your schedule.

Year 1

In the first year, you’ll work through introductory-level courses in accounting, finance, economics, and marketing. Exit the program now with a Certificate in Business Administration or continue onto the year 2.

Year 2

In your second year, you'll work through money and banking, corporate finance, and investment courses. Exit the program now with a Diploma in Business Administration-Finance Option.

Academic qualification equivalents

• Bachelor's degree programs require a minimum of six Grade 12 credits at the university and/or university/college level.*

English language requirements (one of the below):

• IELTS          :   (Academic) score of 6.0 overall (no sub-score less than 6.0)
• TOEFL         :   score of 78 overall (no sub-score less than 19)
• PTE             :   Academic score of 54 overall (no sub-score less than 50)

Camosun College Highlights

Camosun College First-Year Tuition Fees And Living Expenses For International Students

The following chart displays estimates in Canadian currency for tuition and living expenses for one full-time international undergraduate student over the course of one academic year. Please note that these are estimates only; costs will vary depending on your needs and preferences. Other costs to consider include, but are not limited to, currency fluctuations, visa and study permit fees and trips home.

Estimated Cost Per Semester

Notes

All fees are in Canadian dollars and may be subject to change.

*Not all program fees are listed here. Please refer to the “What it Costs” section on the specific program page on the Camosun website for the most up-to-date information.

***This cost is for most ELD (ESL) courses when taken full-time. Students in ELD courses who also register in any academic courses (including upgrading courses) will be required to pay additional tuition and fees per course. Students must meet course-specific prerequisites. Continuing students are expected to contact Camosun International Student Advisors to find out exact fees and confirm whether they meet course prerequisites.
 

Camosun College Estimated Living Expenses per Month

NOTE: Expenses vary depending on your lifestyle.

Camosun College Fees

All fees are in Canadian dollars.