BComm

Finance

Learn more about studying Finance as an international student.

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Key facts

  • Program
    Bachelor's
  • Duration
    4 years
  • Program
    On campus
  • Pace
    Full-time
  • Annual tuition fee
    20,698CAD
  • Start date
    Jan, Sep
  • University ranking
    Not ranked

Program overview

What Humber Polytechnic says about their program:

Humber’s Bachelor of Commerce – Finance degree program offers comprehensive knowledge of both business and finance. Our program starts with a foundation of business studies in areas such as organizational behaviour, law, economics, finance, accounting, marketing and operations management. Specialization courses will focus on theories, methods and techniques in various aspects of finance including analysis, planning and risk management.

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Admission requirements

Undergraduate academic requirements

To be eligible to apply for a bachelor's program, you must possess the equivalent of an Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD) and required courses dependent on the program.

Equivalencies

  • General Certificate of Secondary Education (GCSE or IGSCE) with four O-level subjects; General Certificate of Education Advanced or Advanced Supplementary Levels (GCE-A or AICE or GCE-AS) with at least 2 A-levels (two AS subjects may be substituted for one A-level).
  • For all programs that require "Mathematics" as a prerequisite, AS-Level Mathematics is required. A minimum grade of C is needed in required program subjects.

Postgraduate academic requirements

To be eligible for admission you must possess a bachelor’s degree or advanced diploma

Equivalencies

  • The (International) General Certificate of Secondary Education (GCSE O-level or IGSCE).
  • A minimum grade of D is needed in required program subjects.
  • Bachelor’s degree and university transcripts.

English proficiency

Certificate/diploma/advanced diploma

  • TOEFL

    80 (no band below 20)

  • IELTS

    6.0 (no band below 5.5)

  • CAEL

    60

  • **Cambridge (CAE)

    169 (with no single subscore below 162)

  • Duolingo

    105 and above

  • PTE

    53

Bachelor's

  • TOEFL

    84 (with no band below 21)

  • IELTS

    6.5 (with no band below 6.0)

  • PTE Academic

    58

  • Cambridge (CAE)

    176 (with no single subscore below 169)

  • CAEL

    60, Writing 60

Nursing

  • TOEFL

    100 (no band below 21)

  • IELTS

    7.0 (no band below 6.5)

  • CAEL

    60

  • Cambridge (CAE)

    185 (with no single subscore below 176)

  • CAEL

    60, Writing 60

Graduate certificate

  • TOEFL

    88 (no band below 22)

  • IELTS

    6.5 (no band below 6.0)

  • PTE Academic

    61

  • Cambridge (CAE)

    176 (with no single subscore below 169)

  • Duolingo

    125

  • CAEL

    70

English proficiency waivers

  • English proficiency is waived with a "C" grade in O-level English Language

Documents required

  • Completed application form
  • Scanned copies of original certified secondary school graduation, college or university transcripts
  • Translations
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Fees and funding

Fee information

  • Undergraduate tuition

    from CAD$15,263 to $17,840 per year

  • Postgraduate tuition

    from CAD$15,263 to $17,840 per year

Funding

Scholarships are divided between three-semester intakes each year (winter, summer, and fall). Applications will be considered based on academics, community involvement, reference letters, and statement of interest.

Bachelor's degree scholarships

Undergraduate Scholarships for students entering a four-year bachelor's, with no previous post-secondary studies, who have the required TOEFL / IELTS and will begin within less than 12 months of completing high school: - **GPA 95% or higher:** CAD$4,000 renewable - **GPA 90-94.9%:** CAD$3,500 renewable - **GPA 85-89.9%:** CAD$2,000 renewable - **GPA 75-79.9%:** CAD$1,500 not renewable

There are a very limited number of scholarships. Eligibility is based on students' high school academic achievement.

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What is the cost of living near Humber Polytechnic?

Local figures aren't available yet — values reflect Toronto, Ontario-wide averages.

Category Cost  (in Canadian Dollar)
Rent, 1-bed apartment in city centre$2,297Range: $2,100 to $2,700
Rent, 1-bed apartment outside centre$2,034Range: $1,800 to $2,300
Utilities (electricity, heating, water, refuse)$188Range: $131 to $350
Internet (60 Mbps unlimited)$69Range: $50 to $110
Mobile phone plan (data + calls)$50Range: $30 to $90
Monthly public transport pass$156Range: $154 to $158
Monthly grocery basket$475Range: $400 to $550
Coffee shop drink$6Range: $4 to $8
Cinema or cultural event ticket$19Range: $15 to $23
Gym membership$75Range: $22 to $110

Indicative monthly costs per person.

Data sourced from numbeo.com (Crowdsourced) and wealthnorth.ca (Editorial estimate).

Visa requirements for Humber Polytechnic

Many international students will require a visa to study in Canada, and this is a vital step of your study abroad journey. Make sure you understand the requirements you may need to meet before applying.