The Financial Services Diploma at Douglas College provides students with a strong foundation in financial planning, investments, banking, insurance, wealth management, and business administration. The program combines financial services courses with studies in accounting, business law, marketing, personal selling, and management to prepare graduates for careers in the financial sector.
Students gain practical knowledge aligned with industry licensing requirements and develop skills in financial analysis, investment management, client advisory services, and personal financial planning. The program also supports preparation for the FP Canada Qualified Associate Financial Planner (QAFP) examination and offers optional Co-operative Education and internship opportunities to gain valuable industry experience.
Graduates are well-prepared for careers in banking, financial advising, insurance, investment services, wealth management, and financial planning, with pathways available for further studies in business and finance.
- Academic Requirement: 12th Pass (Commerce preferred but all streams may apply subject to college admission requirements)
- ELP Requirement: IELTS 6.5 Overall (No band less than 6.0) / Equivalent accepted by Douglas College
- Special Requirement: General College Admission Requirements. Students interested in Co-op or Internship opportunities should contact the Career Centre early in their studies.
- Application Fee:
- LOA Deposit: $350
- Annual Tuition Fee: $22,770
- Total Tuition Fee: $45,390
- Course Duration: 24 Months
- Credentials: Diploma
- Intake: Fall, Winter, Summer
• Meet Douglas College General Admission Requirements.
• Successfully complete secondary school (Grade 12) or equivalent qualification.
• Demonstrate English language proficiency as required by Douglas College.
• Submit official academic transcripts from all previously attended institutions.
• Complete 60 credits to qualify for graduation.
• Maintain a minimum program GPA of 2.00 for graduation.
• Complete at least 50% of coursework at Douglas College.
• Develop knowledge in accounting, finance, investment analysis, personal financial planning, business law, marketing, and financial services management.
• Gain practical skills using Excel for Business, financial analysis tools, and industry-standard financial planning concepts.
• Prepare for financial industry licensing examinations in insurance, investments, and mutual funds.
• Study FP Canada-recognized curriculum components that support preparation for the Qualified Associate Financial Planner (QAFP) examination.
• Explore optional Co-operative Education opportunities for paid industry work experience.
• Participate in internship opportunities to gain practical business and financial services experience.
• Build skills in client relationship management, personal selling, investment planning, portfolio management, and financial advising.
• Develop career pathways in banking, insurance, wealth management, investment advisory, financial planning, and financial services administration.
• Graduates may transfer directly into the Bachelor of Business Administration in Financial Services at Douglas College for further studies.