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Economics and Finance - BA (Hons)
Economics and Finance - BA (Hons)
Formerly International Economics and Finance - BA2
Degree: Bachelor of Arts (Honours)
Faculty: Faculty of Arts
Requirements: Grades-Only
Grade range: Low 70s1
Experiential learning: Co-op available | Internship available2
Full-time format: 4 Year
Is this degree for you?
In the Economics and Finance degree program (formerly International Economics and Finance)2, 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 economics, finance, mathematics, and statistics. You'll also have the option of pursuing paid co-op.
As a graduate of the Economics and Finance degree program, you’ll be prepared for a career in the financial industry or government. Many graduates will also pursue further studies at the masters or PhD level.
The Economics and Finance degree program is one of 11 bachelor of arts programs that share a one-year foundation.3
“This program has been great for providing quality hands-on learning experiences that are necessary for success in the ever-changing world of Economics and Finance."
- Josh Klomp, International Economics and Finance, Student
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After you graduate with this degree
🎓 Further education:
- Data Science and Analytics (MSc)
- Finance (MBA)
- Law
- Public Policy and Administration (MA)
Career possibilities:
- Consultant
- Corporate banker
- Economic advisor
- Investment risk analyst
- Validation associate
💼 Employer possibilities:
- Deloitte
- Health Canada
- Netflix
- Ontario Ministry of Finance
Academic requirements2
This is a Grades-Only program. Admission decisions for Grades-Only programs are based on academic performance.
Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD) or equivalent with a minimum of six Grade 12 U or M courses including the following program specific requirements.
Typically, a minimum overall average of 70% establishes eligibility for admission consideration; subject to competition individual programs may require higher prerequisite grades and/or higher overall averages:
- A minimum grade of 65-70% or higher is required in Grade 12 U English/anglais (ENG4U/EAE4U preferred)
Academic admission requirements for all other applicants are available on the admission requirements page.
Tuition and fees range 2024-2025
For detailed fees information, visit tuition and fees by program.
Full-time format:
Ontario students: $7,239 - $7,264
Out-of-province students: $8,415 - $8,440
International students: $35,075 - $35,100
First-year courses
Here is a preview of first-year courses based on the available undergraduate calendar information.
1st & 2nd Semester
Faculty of Arts
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Notes:
- Actual minimum grade ranges required for fall 2025 admission/wait list consideration will be determined based on grades and qualifications presented by the applicant pool as they become available. Required grade ranges may fluctuate from year to year (up or down) as a result of competition. Applicants not educated in Ontario may present the equivalent of the Ontario requirements. TMU reserves the right to determine equivalency at its sole discretion.
- Updated December 2024: This program was formerly known as International Economics and Finance. As of November 2024, the program now offers an honours designation, co-op availability, a revised curriculum, updated admission requirements and sits on the common arts platform.
- Updated December 2024: As of November 2024, the number of bachelor of arts programs that share a one-year foundation increased from 10 to 11.
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.