As the world continues to advance, so does the job market. In Ontario, the next wave of tech jobs may be slowing down, but the financial sector is heating up. This has led many high school and post-grad students to turn to finance as a viable career option. According to Glassdoor, there are currently over 2,000 full-time finance jobs available in Ontario across various industries.
Corporate finance, financial planning, banking, accounting, insurance, investment, data science, stockbroking, and venture capitalism are all areas where the financial sector is currently experiencing growth. Companies are looking for skilled professionals who can manage finances, mitigate risks, and make sound investment decisions. This is where Ontario colleges and universities come into play. They are leading the way in preparing students for these new job opportunities.
Many students are now choosing to study finance in order to secure a well-paying job in the financial sector. This is because finance jobs are in high demand, and the pay is often very competitive.
The Glassdoor job search page for finance jobs in Ontario lists over 2,000 full-time finance jobs across various industries with salaries ranging from $78,000 to $130,000 annually.
Ontario colleges and universities are offering a wide range of finance-related programs, including Bachelor of Commerce (BComm) degrees, MBA programs, and diplomas in accounting, financial planning, and investment management. These programs provide students with the necessary skills and knowledge to succeed in the finance industry, including courses in financial analysis, portfolio management, financial reporting, and risk management.
The following is a list of business schools in Ontario:
- Conrad School of Entrepreneurship and Business (University of Waterloo)
- DeGroote School of Business (McMaster University)
- Department of Management (University of Toronto Scarborough)
- Department of Management (University of Toronto Mississauga)
- Faculty of Social Sciences and Humanities (Royal Military College of Canada)
- George Brown College – Centre for Business
- Goodman School of Business (Brock University)
- Gordon S. Lang School of Business and Economics (University of Guelph)
- The Business School (Humber College)
- Lakehead University Faculty of Business Administration
- Laurentian University Faculty of Commerce and Administration
- Lawrence Kinlin School of Business (Fanshawe College)
- Lazaridis School of Business & Economics (Wilfrid Laurier University)
- London School of Business and Finance Canada
- Niagara School of Business and Management (Niagara College)
- Odette School of Business (University of Windsor)
- Pilon School of Business (Sheridan College)
- Redeemer School of Business (Redeemer University)
- Richard Ivey School of Business (University of Western Ontario)
- Rotman School of Management (University of Toronto)
- School of Accounting and Finance (SAF) (University of Waterloo)
- School of Administrative Studies (York University)
- School of Business & Economics (Nipissing University)
- Schulich School of Business (York University)
- Smith School of Business (Queen’s University)
- Sprott School of Business (Carleton University)
- Stratford School of Interaction Design and Business (University of Waterloo)
- Ted Rogers School of Management (Toronto Metropolitan University)
- Telfer School of Management (University of Ottawa)
- Toronto School of Management
- Trent School of Business (Trent University)
- Ontario Tech University
In addition, many Ontario colleges and universities are also offering courses and programs in data science, which is becoming increasingly important in the finance industry. With the rise of big data and artificial intelligence, companies are looking for professionals who can analyze large amounts of data and make informed decisions based on their findings. This is where data science comes in. By studying data science, students can gain the skills and knowledge needed to work in the field of financial data analysis.
The financial sector in Ontario is experiencing growth, and the demand for skilled professionals is on the rise. As a result, more and more young people are turning to finance as a viable career option. Ontario colleges and universities are leading the way in preparing students for these new job opportunities by offering a wide range of finance-related programs and courses. With the right education and training, students can secure a well-paying job in the finance industry and build a successful career.
Full list of every college and university in Ontario can be found here: www.studentperspective.ca/directory
