Bachelor of Business Administration - Financial Services Minor

• Co-operative Education – General Information
• What kinds of work term opportunities may be available? 
• How do I prepare for my Co-op work term? 
• Who is responsible for what? 
• What about expenses?
• How do I contact my Co-operative Education Coordinator?

What kinds of work term opportunities may be available?

Students may be employed in a variety of positions related to retirement planning, strategic investment planning, risk management and estate planning. They may be employed by a bank, brokerage, insurance agency, or investment house.

Position titles on the work term or after graduation may include:

• Financial planner - help clients manage their money so present and future financial needs are met
• Investment banker - help large- and mid-sized companies raise investment capital, arrange and structure deals
• Mutual fund broker - provide investment advice to clients, ensuring they have the best mutual fund products for their needs
• Investment adviser - buy and sell different types of investments, including mutual funds, bonds and term deposits, according to their clients’ needs
• Account manager - work one-on-one with clients to help them secure loans and manage their portfolios
• Other titles include: Associate broker, compliance officer, insurance agent, personal banking officer or securities trader.

Our financial services courses are recognized by the Canadian Institute of Financial Planning (CIFP) and Canadian Securities Institute (CSI). Students are prepared to write the Certified Financial Planner exam, and work experience from a Co-op work term(s) can be applied towards the CFP designation.

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How do I prepare for my Co-op work term?

Eligibility Requirements
BBA students interested in pursuing Co-op must meet the following eligibility requirements:

• Submit a BBA Co-op Application to Career Services by the deadline
• Complete a minimum of 15 courses prior to the first work term (not needed at time of application)
• Maintain a minimum GPA of 2.0. Preference will be given to students with a GPA of 2.5

Complete the following course requirements;
 

Co-op Work Term 1	Co-op Work Term 2	Co-op Work Term 3
ACCT 2121 HRES 2170 MGMT 2130 MGMT 2262 MKTG 2150 FNCE 2132	Three additional FNSR minor courses	Total of six FNSR minor courses

• Successfully complete the Orientation to Co-operative Education course prior to the first work term

Orientation to Co-operative Education Course

Orientation to Co-op is a professional development course required in preparation for the first work term. This course prepares students to:

• Complete a skills self-assessment
• Understand and comply with workplace and employer expectations
• Write competitive, professional resumes and cover letters
• Develop job interview skills
• Network with employers
• Conduct self-marketing campaigns

The Orientation to Co-operative Education course is only offered in the Fall semester. Contact the Co-operative Education Coordinator for information.

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What about expenses?

By starting to plan now, you can be financially prepared for your work terms. Expenses include:

• Both the Orientation to Co-operative Education course and the co-op work terms are non-credit courses and have fees attached to them. See the 2011 - 2012 Fee Schedule and Schedule of Classes for more information.
• You will be responsible for your own transportation to and from the work site and some work terms require the use of a vehicle.
• If you accept a work term position outside of Calgary, you will be responsible for relocation and living expenses in that location.

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