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Masters in Finance · Tier III
Salary & Career
avg salary$52,000
Program Info
duration18 months
tuition$40,000
formatFull-time
teachingMix of lecture and case-based learning with weekend intensive sessions
Class Profile
class size26
avg work experience1 year
Rankings
QS rank#112
tierIII
Admissions
GMAT Range
650-720
TOEFL Min
100+
IELTS Min
7+
GRE
Accepted
Application Deadlines
round1November 1, 2024
round2February 1, 2025
round3April 1, 2025
Curriculum
Core Courses
Financial Reporting and AnalysisCorporate FinanceInvestment ManagementFinancial DerivativesPortfolio ManagementFixed Income SecuritiesInternational FinanceEthics and Professional Standards in Finance
Elective Areas
Corporate FinanceInvestment ManagementInternational Finance
Top Recruiters
AIMCoATB FinancialCanadian Western BankEnbridgeGovernment of AlbertaPwC
Top Industries
Financial ServicesInvestment BankingConsulting
Program Highlights
  • -Experiential Learning
  • -Career Management Support
  • -Strong quantitative focus
APPLICATION TIMELINE
# plan your timeline for Masters in Finance
deadline:
Nov 1, 2025
[!] Deadline passed remaining
progress:0/25 tasks
what_ready:
# reminders:
- ⚠️ URGENT: Less than 3 months until deadline - prioritize immediately
- Consider taking GMAT within 4 weeks - limited prep time remaining
- Focus on essay quality - this is your strongest differentiator now
- Reach out to recommenders immediately - they need advance notice
TIMELINE BREAKDOWN
[done]GMAT/GRE Preparation
# Study and take standardized test
[completed]
Sep 2, 2026Aug 1, 2025 (-397 days)
[done]Document Gathering
# Collect transcripts and credentials
[completed]
Sep 2, 2026Sep 1, 2025 (-366 days)
[done]Letters of Recommendation
# Request and follow up on references
[completed]
Sep 2, 2026Sep 1, 2025 (-366 days)
[done]Essay Writing
# Draft and refine application essays
[completed]
Sep 2, 2026Oct 1, 2025 (-336 days)
[done]Final Review & Submission
# Complete and submit application
[completed]
Sep 2, 2026Nov 1, 2025 (-305 days)
# general guide only. check official website for requirements.
ADMISSION CALCULATOR
Masters in Finance
gpa (0-4.0):
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gmat (200-800):
>
work_experience (yrs):
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admission_probability:
60%
[target]
[+]gpa: strong
[~]test: average
[~]exp: average
recommendations:
- Seek leadership opportunities in current role
# estimate only. actual decisions consider essays, interviews, etc.
data: Financial Times & QS 2025
vlocal(2026-09-02)