Program highlights
Honours program
Co-operative education
Specialize in a minor — tailor your degree to fit your specific career goals.
Further your education ― use your degree to apply to graduate school.
Research opportunities — pursue impactful scholarly research to benefit our communities, backed by the reputation of the Bissett School of Business.
International opportunities — study abroad, attend a field school or work internationally to gain valuable worldwide experience.
Gain a solid foundation in analytical finance to prepare for the growing demand in banking, investment management and financial data modelling. Students in the finance major select from one of two concentrations:
Financial Analysis — Graduates gain a comprehensive grounding in analytical finance through a combination of financial theory and its application using advanced modelling and financial data management systems. Students completing this concentration are well prepared to pursue a Chartered Financial Analyst ® (CFA) designation upon graduation.
Financial Services — Graduates earn a thorough education in both the principles and practices of financial services supplemented with a broad knowledge of the general principles of investments and the corporate finance function. After completion of all courses, students are prepared to write the examinations leading to the Certified Financial Planner ® (CFP) designation.
Career possibilities
Financial Analysis
- Commercial banking
- Corporate financial or treasury analyst
- Securities evaluator
- Asset management
Financial Services
- Retail banking
- Financial planning
- Retirement consultant
- Estate planning
Admission requirements and costs
NOTE: All applicants apply to the General Management major and can declare another major in their second year of the program.
Curriculum and courses
Questions?
Information about program offerings, admission requirements and the application process can be answered by an admissions and recruitment specialist.
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Bissett School of Business
Mount Royal is pleased to offer seven Bachelor of Business Administration degrees, including majors in General Management, Accounting, Finance, Human Resources, International Business, Marketing, Supply Chain Management and a diploma in Aviation.
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