Economics and Finance - BA (Hons)
Full-time format:
• 4 Year
• 5-Year Co-op
Part-time format:
N/A
Requirements:
Grades-Only
Grade range:
Low 70s
Faculty:
Faculty of Arts
Experiential learning:
Co-op available
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Is this degree for you?
In the Economics and Finance degree program at Toronto Metropolitan University (TMU), you'll learn how markets are connected and gain the skills to make data-driven decisions.
Through your coursework, you'll receive specialized training in international trade, financial markets and economic development. You'll also gain experience through an optional paid co-op.
Experiential learning opportunities: Co-op available
As a graduate, you’ll be prepared for a career in banking, investing, entrepreneurship or government. Many graduates will also pursue further studies at the masters or PhD level.
The Economics and Finance degree program is one of 12 bachelor of arts programs that share a one-year foundation.1
The following is a preview of first-year courses based on the available current academic undergraduate calendar for this program.
1st & 2nd Semester
Career possibilities:
- Consultant
- Corporate banker
- Economic advisor
- Investment risk analyst
- Validation associate
Employer possibilities:
- Deloitte
- Health Canada
- Netflix
- Ontario Ministry of Finance
Further education:
- Data Science and Analytics (MSc)
- Finance (MBA)
- Law
- Public Policy and Administration (MA)
TMU's Women in Economics promote gender diversity and embrace self-esteem for aspiring professionals
Learn how our undergraduate students established TMU’s Women in Economics (WIEC) group to celebrate, network and uplift women in the field of economic studies.
Read more: TMU women-focused groups offer members a professional safe ‘haven’ (external link)
This is a Grades-Only program. Admission decisions for Grades-Only programs are based on academic performance.
Academic requirements for full-time, 4-year program
To be considered for admission, Ontario high school students must meet the following requirements:
- Completion of the Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD)
- Completion of 6 Grade 12 U or M courses with a minimum overall average of 70%
- Completion of the following required Grade 12 U course with a minimum grade of 70%:
- English/anglais (ENG4U/EAE4U preferred)
An overall average of 70% is required for consideration. Due to competition, the average needed for admission can fluctuate each year (it depends on the number of applications received and the number of spaces available). The grade range at the top of this page represents the average required in previous years.
Academic admission requirements for all other applicants are available on the admission requirements page. If you haven’t been educated in Ontario, you may be considered with the equivalent of the Ontario requirements. TMU reserves the right to determine equivalency at its sole discretion.
Tuition and fees range 2025-2026
For detailed fees info, visit tuition and fees by program and costs to expect.
Full-time format:
Ontario: $7,287 - $7,312
Out-of-province: $8,826 - $8,851
International: $36,818 - $36,843
Over $20M across all levels of study
We award more than $20M in awards, scholarships and bursaries throughout all years of study.
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“This program has been great for providing quality learning experiences that are necessary for success in the
ever-changing world of Economics and Finance."
- Josh, Economics and Finance, Student
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While every effort is made to ensure accuracy on this site, in the event of a discrepancy, TMU's current Undergraduate Calendar is the official reference.