Douglas College - New Westminster
Douglas College - New Westminster

700 Royal Avenue, New Westminster, British Columbia, Canada

Post-Baccalaureate Diploma - Finance (Optional Co-op)

Postgraduate Diploma

Program Summary

Program Description

In the two-year in-depth Finance Post-Baccalaureate Diploma program, students acquire financial literacy, a strong foundation in investment analysis and portfolio management, and an understanding of business and financial law. Once they graduate, students will be prepared to take on roles such as financial planner, and financial or investment analyst.

Graduates of the Finance Post-Baccalaureate Diploma program are qualified to write the Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) Level 1 exam. This is the first step to becoming a Chartered Financial Analyst, the highest distinction in the investment management profession and an internationally recognized designation. As a CFA, graduates stand out to employers and have instant credibility.

Students enrolled in this program may be eligible for a Co-operative Education designation. Co-operative Education involves alternating full-time academic and work terms. For information contact the Co-operative Education Office.

Academic Background

Minimum Level of Education Completed

3-Year Bachelor's Degree

Minimum GPA

60%

Minimum Language Test Scores

Reading

6

Writing

6

Listening

6

Speaking

6

Reading

10

Writing

10

Listening

10

Speaking

10

Program Intakes

Open date

June 5, 2024

Submission deadline

March 31, 2025

Open date

October 1, 2024

Submission deadline

July 1, 2025

Open date

May 1, 2025

Submission deadline

November 1, 2025

Cost and Duration

Postgraduate Diploma

Program Level

2 year graduate diploma including an optional internship

Program Length

$20635 CAD

Cost of Living

$100 CAD

Application fee

$19485 CAD / First Year

Gross Tuition

Other Fees

Books and Supplies Fees: $2,625 per year
U-Pass Fees: $368 per year
DSU Extended Health and Dental Insurance Fees: $250 per year
Temporary Medical Insurance Fees: $189 (one time)
Student Union and BCFS Fees: $152 per year