Finance
Many students are interested in careers in financial institutions, or within the finance functional area of corporations or other large organizations. The Commerce Specialist program in Finance includes courses covering corporate finance, investment theory, financial derivatives (futures and options), financial management, mergers and acquisitions, security analysis, behavioural finance, fixed income and international finance. These courses provide a solid foundation for understanding how funds are raised in the capital markets, and how organizations allocate their financial resources efficiently.
Bachelor of Commerce
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- Bank Manager
- Financial Analyst
- Actuary
- Entrepreneur
- Investment Advisor
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Sample Courses
This course aims to introduce students to the fundamental concepts of security analysis. It will provide students with an overview of different theories and concepts that apply to security analysis.
This LKC FLC-lab-based course will provide a hands-on introduction to the functioning of security markets and the trading of financial instruments. Students will learn how the market prices financial securities, how to use finance theory to develop trading strategies, etc.
This course is designed to introduce students to the challenges and pitfalls of financing new enterprises. We can think of entrepreneurial financing decisions in terms of a life cycle.
Other Programs to Consider
Accounting
In the Accounting Specialist students learn the body of knowledge and skills required to become a professional accountant. The program starts with foundational courses in Accounting, Economics and then offers a range of more advanced courses which cover topics and competencies in the professional curricula.
Marketing
The Commerce Specialist program in Marketing is for students wanting to pursue marketing careers in any kind of organization. It covers courses in marketing management, market research and marketing consulting, consumer behaviour and pricing. Students will also have opportunities to attend workshops covering current technologies and tools related to brand management, social media, search and online marketing generally.
Commerce
The Commerce program combines economics and the various sub-disciplines of management enabling students to develop analytical skills and gain knowledge of institutions. This background is useful for solving problems and making decisions in business and government environments. Courses are taught by internationally recognized scholars and educators with outstanding academic and professional qualifications.