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Economics and Finance - BA (Hons)

Economics and Finance

Degree: Bachelor of Arts (Honours)
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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

REQUIRED:

  • ECN 101 Principles of Microeconomics
  • ECN 109 Basic Mathematics for Economics
  • ECN 201 Principles of Macroeconomics
  • SSH 105 Critical Thinking
  • SSH 205 Academic Writing and Research

REQUIRED GROUP 1: Four courses from Table I.

OPEN ELECTIVE: One Open Elective.

 

Career possibilities:

  • Consultant
  • Corporate banker
  • Economic advisor
  • Investment risk analyst
  • Validation associate

Employer possibilities:

  • Deloitte
  • Google
  • Health Canada
  • Netflix
  • Ontario Ministry of Finance

Further education:

  • Data Science and Analytics (MSc)
  • Finance (MBA)
  • Law
  • Public Policy and Administration (MA)

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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) 

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Requirements

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.



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Fees and funding

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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Learn more about government financial aid programs like OSAP, out-of-province student loans and U.S. student loans.
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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


Faculty of Arts

The Faculty of Arts programs combine a liberal arts education with something unique: Toronto Metropolitan University (TMU)'s brand of relevant, practical learning that's designed to make you a well-rounded, informed human being who is also highly employable

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Disclaimer: 

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.

Notes:

  1. Updated October 2025: The number of bachelor of arts programs that share a one-year foundation increased from 11 to 12.

*Updated November 2025: This program was formerly known as Environment and Urban Sustainability.