Throughout this program you will develop the following skills:
- banking and finance specialist
- business administrator
- sales and service associate
- investment representative
- insurance agent/broker
- financial planning support associate
Business Administration – Financial Planning (BAF)
Campus
Duration
6 Semesters (3 Years)Credential Awarded
Ontario College Advanced DiplomaSchool
Seneca BusinessProgram and course delivery
This program is offered in Seneca's hybrid delivery format with some courses available in Seneca's flexible delivery format. Some coursework is online and some must be completed in person. Students will need to come on campus to complete in-person learning requirements. For courses offered in the flexible delivery format, professors use innovative learning spaces and technology to teach students in a classroom or lab and broadcast in real time to students attending remotely. In flexible courses, students have the choice of coming on campus or learning online.
About the Program
This three-year advanced diploma program prepares you with the knowledge, skills and abilities to work in the business world and financial services industry. To complement the business administration skills you will develop, you will also obtain a specialization in financial planning, one of the fastest growing sectors in Canada. You will be prepared for personal and career success through a broad range of business administration skills, the ability to manage your own personal finances and the capability to provide financial advice to the public.
Skills
- business administration
- communication
- critical thinking
- cultural awareness
- financial planning competencies
- intrapersonal and interpersonal skills
- project management
- problem solving
Work Experience
Optional Work Term
Students meeting all academic requirements may have the opportunity to complete an optional work term(s) in a formal work environment. The work term(s) is similar in length to an academic semester and typically involves full-time work hours that may be paid or unpaid. In programs with limited work term opportunities, additional academic requirements and a passing grade on a communication assessment may be required for eligibility. Eligibility for participation does not guarantee a work position will be secured. Additional fees are required for those participating in the optional work term stream regardless of success in securing a work position.
| Year | September | January | May |
|---|---|---|---|
| Year 3 | Semester 5 | Semester 6 | Work Term |
Program Availability
Learn more: Seneca’s program delivery options and how courses in this program will be delivered each term.
| Start in | Location | Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Jan. 2025 | Newnham | Open |
| Sept. 2025 | Newnham | Open |
| Jan. 2026 | Newnham | Open |
| Start in | Location | Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Jan. 2025 | Newnham | Open |
| Sept. 2025 | Newnham | Open |
| Jan. 2026 | Newnham | Open |
International students: review Post-Graduation Work Permit (PGWP) eligibility before choosing program and course delivery.
Please note that availability is subject to change and a seat is not guaranteed.
Your Career
Graduates of the program can explore the following career options:
Professional Certification
Successful completion of this program is the first step in obtaining the following industry certifications and designations that are in high demand:
- Canadian Securities Course (CSC®)
- Certificate in Financial Services Advice (CFSA)
- Personal Financial Planner (PFP®) designation
- Qualified Associate Financial Planner™ (QAFP™) designation
- Certified Financial Planner (CFP®) designation
Students enrolled in this program have the opportunity to complete the Canadian Securities Course (CSC®) — a prerequisite for employment in many areas of the financial services industry. Successful completion of the Canadian Securities Course and this program will allow students to obtain their Certificate in Financial Services Advice.
Graduates of this program will be eligible to proceed to the following steps on the pathways to certification:
- step two of three on the pathway to PFP® certification
- step two of five on the pathway to QAFP™ certification
- step two of six on the pathway to CFP® certification
Pursuing these certifications requires the completion of additional courses, examinations and/or work experience, all of which involve additional costs.
Accreditation
Sustainability
We’ve made a bold commitment to embed principles of sustainability into every business program we offer.
Learn more about Seneca Business’s commitment to sustainability.
What Our Graduates Say
Sarah Hasan
Graduate, Business Administration – Financial Planning
“I had a great time studying at Seneca and I really felt that the professors and the curriculum prepared me for work opportunities related to my field of study. One of the reasons that I joined Seneca was because of the degree-transfer opportunities. Class sizes were also smaller, which allowed me to get to know my peers and encouraged interaction with the professors.”