International Year One (UTP Stage II): Economics and Finance
Overview
International Year One (UTP Stage II): Economics and Finance is equivalent to the first year of Toronto Metropolitan University’s Bachelor of Arts degree in Economics and Finance. Upon successful completion of International Year One (UTP Stage II), you’ll begin the second year of your degree at TMU.
In this program, you’ll explore the interconnectedness of worldwide markets and acquire and cultivate the economic skills necessary to make strategic decisions from an informed global perspective. You can participate in local or international work placements, case studies, advanced analysis and computer simulations, and receive specialized training in economics, finance, mathematics and statistics, with the option of completing a Co-op and will complete a required internship/Co-op in a professional environment. You’ll graduate ready to provide advice and generate solutions in business, finance and government.
Key Information
Duration
3 terms
Intakes
- January
- May
- September
Location
Toronto Metropolitan University campus, Toronto
Your Direct Pathway into Toronto Metropolitan University
International Year One (UTP Stage II): Economics and Finance Program Structure
International Year One (UTP Stage II): Economics and Finance is a combination of required courses and electives, designed to meet the curriculum requirements of the major program. Below is a sample schedule of courses you might take during International Year One (UTP Stage II): Economics and Finance.
| Course Code | Course Name |
|---|---|
| CACC 100 | Introductory Financial Accounting |
| CECN 104 | Introductory Microeconomics |
| CECN 204 | Introductory Macroeconomics |
| CGMS 200 | Introduction to Global Management |
| CMKT 100 | Principles of Marketing |
| CPHL 365 | Philosophy of Beauty |
| CPOG 100 | People, Power and Politics |
| CQMS 110 | Applied Mathematics for Business |
| CSOC 103 | How Society Works |
| CSSH 105 | Critical Thinking I |
Upon successful completion of the International Year One (UTP Stage II): Economics and Finance, including achieving a 2.67 CGPA, students you will transfer progress into the Economics and Finance program at Toronto Metropolitan University with a minimum 10.0 credits toward your degree. Once you have progressed to Toronto Metropolitan University, you will continue your studies with courses in mathematics for economics, academic research and writing and second year Economics and Finance courses.
Career Prospects
- Behavioural scientist
- Business analyst
- Business consultant
- Data scientist
- Economic advisor
- Economist
- Financial/risk analyst
- Investment banking
- Marketing intelligence
- Policy development officer
- Sales and marketing analyst
- Strategic planning analyst
- Total rewards specialist
- Urban planning
Or pursue graduate studies in economics, business (MBA), health policy or law (JD) or a professional designation in finance (CFA) or accounting (CPA).