Careers with a finance degree
Studying finance allows you to master the art of managing money, identifying investment opportunities and making strategic financial decisions that can shape the future of businesses and communities. Concordia’s competitive Finance program allows you to specialize in five areas of finance – corporate finance, investments, financial institutions, derivatives and international finance.
What can I do with my degree? Finance opens doors to careers in banking, investment analysis, corporate finance, risk management and beyond.
Skills you'll develop
Your degree builds more than academic knowledge, it shapes the way you think, communicate and collaborate. Throughout your studies, you'll develop key skills for your career, such as:
Functional knowledge:
Build financial models to forecast business performance and apply statistical tools to real-world problems
Communication:
Prepare clear, concise financial reports and investment memos
Management and organization:
Plan and execute financial research projects or investment case studies
Teamwork:
Collaborate with peers to solve real-world financial scenarios and present recommendations
Critical thinking and problem solving:
Apply finance concepts to determine the best course of action for business growth
As a Concordia student, you will develop valuable skills to bring to any career opportunity.
Beyond the classroom: Build your career path
Getting involved outside of the classroom can help you discover your interests, develop new skills and build a network of peers and professionals in your field.
First year
- Attend events hosted by Finance and Investment Students’ Association or other JMSB student associations to connect with like-minded peers.
- Check in with Career Management Services (CMS) to prepare for your internship search.
- Access the Career Intelligence tools to prepare for competitive industries such as consulting.
- Improve your language fluency in French or English through conversation sessions.
- Consider Co-op to gain professional work experience during your program.
- Get support for math-based courses from a learning specialist.
Middle years
- Connect with Career Counselling & Education Transitions to start planning your career path.
- Enrich your global perspective by studying abroad for an academic term.
- Participate in immersive case competitions to develop business solutions across disciplines.
- Apply for the Van Berkom Investment Management Program or Kenneth Woods Portfolio Management Program to gain real-world experience in portfolio management.
- Gain meaningful employment while studying through CAPS online job bank or Concordia’s Work-study program.
- Attend the John Molson Career Fair to network with employers from different industries.
- Consider taking graduate level courses if you are planning on pursuing your MSc in Finance at Concordia after your degree.
Final year
- Check in with Career Management Services (CMS) to prepare for your job search.
- Hone your pitch for investors, employers or competitions with FutureBound’s public speaking series.
- Explore leadership opportunities in the Finance and Investment Students’ Association
- Join a professional association such as FP Canada.
- Network with potential employers at recruitment events.
Specialize your studies
Minors & elective groups
You can customize your degree by adding a minor or elective group. Popular choices with this program include:
Graduate studies and certifications
Graduate studies can help you specialize in a subject you love, engage in meaningful research or open doors to new career paths. Certifications are a great way to build new skills that complement your degree.
Talk to your professors or a career counsellor at the Student Success Centre to find programs that fit your goals.
Start exploring:
- Integrated path in finance: Begin graduate-level coursework while completing your bachelor's degree.
- Universitystudy.ca: A data base of graduate programs in Canada
- Concordia’s School of Graduate Studies: Graduate programs offered at Concordia
- Graduate funding and awards: Scholarships and awards, research and teaching assistantships, and other financial supports for Concordia graduate students
- Concordia Continuing Education: Courses, workshops and programs to advance your career
Career exploration resources
Professional organizations
Access professional associations to explore opportunities and expand your network.
Career counselling & advising
Want tailored career advice? Book an appointment with one of our career counsellors or career advisors.
Start your job search
Career Advising and Professional Success (CAPS) can help you find opportunities and support you with networking, applications and interviews.
