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Southern Alberta Institute of Technology

Calgary , Alberta ,Canada

Bachelor of Business Administration - Financial Services

Do you aspire to excel in financial advising, banking, investing, or insurance for personal or corporate clients? The Financial Services major is your gateway to a career in the financial industry.  

This major will give you the essential skills and help you achieve industry certifications like Investment Funds in Canada (IFIC) and Canadian Securities Course (CSC). These industry certifications are highly sought after by employers. 

You’ll gain the ability to choose appropriate financial tools to meet the specific needs of your clients and apply financial knowledge effectively in real-world scenarios. 

This program will also equip you to: 

integrate personal financial planning concepts into your practice
help individuals and businesses make informed financial decisions that align with their goals and unique requirements
analyze and understand client needs, assess their financial situations, and provide tailored solutions
master the art of effective relationship selling by building trust and establishing lasting client relationships
stay ahead by incorporating your knowledge of the Canadian and global financial systems into your daily practice and understand the latest industry trends and changes 
uphold the highest ethical and regulatory standards expected in the financial services industry by demonstrating integrity, transparency, and compliance in all your professional interactions
develop strong communication skills to convey complex financial information clearly and effectively to clients
educate and empower your clients to make informed financial decisions. 
The Financial Services major in our Bachelor of Business Administration degree program will prepare you for a fulfilling career in the financial industry. Whether you aim to provide personal financial advice or cater to corporate clients, our program equips you with the knowledge, skills, and industry certifications needed to thrive in this dynamic field. 

Intakes

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Application Processing Time in Days: 30

Application Process

Apply to a SAIT program
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Submit your anticipated final grades
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Submit your educational documents
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Minimum English Language Requirements

English Level Description IELTS (1.0 -9.0) TOEFL IBT (0-120) TOEFL CBT (0-300) PTE (10-90)
Expert 9 120 297-300 86-90
Very Good 8.5 115-119 280-293 83-86
Very Good 8 110-114 270-280 79-83
Good 7.5 102-109 253-267 73-79
Good 7 94-101 240-253 65-73
Competent 6.5 79-93 213-233 58-65
Competent 6 60-78 170-210 50-58
Modest 5.5 46-59 133-210 43-50
Modest 5 35-45 107-133 36-43
Limited 4 32-34 97-103 30-36
Extremely Limited < 4 < 31 < 93 < 30

Job Opportunity Potential

Quality starts with accountability. We are innovators who dream big, aim high and do what we say we'll do — and usually more. We learn from every opportunity and create bold solutions for the future.

We're better together. Collaboration means we work as a team to explore opportunities, talk things through to get the best result and trust each other enough to challenge convention, embrace crazy ideas and reach audacious goals. Building trust and creating success as a team is the core of our organization.

People come first. Our service focus sets us apart — we deliver a transformational experience that impacts students, alumni, employees, community and industry. Maintaining a high level of service strengthens our sense of community.

Our commitment to excellence drives us. We thrive on continuous improvement — through experimentation, refining the details, and being best-in-class in the classroom, on campus and in the community. 

If our values match yours, make your mark at SAIT in a career fueled by innovation and impact.

PSW Opportunity

Eligibility for Post-Graduation Work Permit (PGWP):
Graduated from a designated learning institution (DLI) in Canada.
Desire to stay in Canada temporarily for work.

Important Note:
Graduating from a DLI doesn't automatically qualify you for a PGWP.

Validity of PGWP:
Depends on the length of the study program or the expiry date of your passport, whichever comes first.

Duration of PGWP Based on Study Program Length:
Less than 8 months (or 900 hours for Quebec credentials): Not eligible for PGWP.
At least 8 months (or 900 hours for Quebec credentials), but less than 2 years: PGWP may be granted for the same length as the study program (e.g., a 9-month program results in a 9-month PGWP).
2 years or more: PGWP may be valid for 3 years.

Completion of Multiple Programs:
PGWP may combine the lengths of each program if:
Each program is PGWP eligible.
Each program is at least 8 months (or 900 hours for Quebec credentials) in length.

Important Restriction:
You cannot obtain a PGWP if you already had one after completing an earlier program of study.

Admission Requirement / Eligibility Criteria

Assessment tests
Note: SAIT does NOT accept assessment tests taken more than 12 months before you submit your application. If you are approved for an application transfer or admission deferral, you are required to provide updated test results if the one-year period has passed.
 
Table explaining the English assessment's required to enroll in state with required scores.
Assessment test Test score Program requirement
International English Language Testing System (IELTS)
 
IELTS Indicator is also accepted
 
Must be the Academic IELTS Assessment
 
6.0 in each skill/category
 
English Language Arts 30-1 or 30-2
 
5.5 in each skill/category
 
English Language Arts 20-1 or 20-2
 
Canadian Academic English Language Assessment (CAEL)
 
CAEL Online is also accepted
 
60 overall band
 
Effective Winter 2023: 60 in each skill/category
 
English Language Arts 30-1 or 30-2
 
50 overall band
 
English Language Arts 20-1 or 20-2
 
Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL)
 
TOEFL Home Edition is also accepted
 
MyBest Scores are not accepted as proof of English proficiency
 
A minimum score of 20 in each category
 
English Language Arts 30-1 or 30-2
 
A minimum score of 18 in each category
 
English Language Arts 20-1 or 20-2
 
Canadian Language Benchmark Assessment (CLBA)
 
A score of 8 in each section
 
English Language Arts 30-1 or 30-2
 
A score of 7 in each section
 
English Language Arts 20-1 or 20-2
 
Pearson Test of English (PTE)
 
A minimum score of 53
 
English Language Arts 30-1 or 30-2
 
Michigan English Test (MET)
 
A minimum score of 51
 
English Language Arts 30-1 or 30-2
 
Duolingo
 
115 minimum with at least 95 in each section
 
English Language Arts 30-1 or 30-2
 
Cambridge English B2 First, C1 Advanced or C2
 
169 for each skill
 
English Language Arts 30-1 or 30-2
 
Oxford Test of English with a Level of B2 
 
130 for each module
 
English Language Arts 30-1 or 30-2
 
LanguageCert International ESOL
 
B2 Communicator test with High Pass with a minimum score of 33 in each skill.
 
B2 Communicator test with Pass with a minimum score of 25 in each skill.
 
English Language Arts 30-1 or 30-2
 
English Language Arts 20-1 or 20-2
 
LanguageCert Academic
 
65 – 69 in each skill
 
60 – 64 in each skill
 
English Language Arts 30-1 or 30-2
 
English Language Arts 20-1 or 20-2