CFM is the only program-of-its-kind in Canada to offer interdisciplinary study in computer science and finance.
Computing and Financial Management (CFM) combines two majors, one in computer science and one in finance, into one unique degree with the goal of training future professionals to solve technological and financial problems facing today's society. CFM is a co-op-only program which offers students the opportunity to work five-to-six, four-month work terms in relevant real-life work in financial technology roles.
Our students take courses to design, develop, and analyze computer systems and software; how to manage money and make financial decisions through modelling, analysis and strategic planning; and how to combine these two areas to solve financial technology-related problems. Students will take courses offered by the Cheriton School of Computer Science, the Faculty of Mathematics, the School of Accounting and Finance, and the Faculty of Arts. Courses from the School of Accounting and Finance will give them the educational background and know-how to write the CFA Level 1 exam to pursue their Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) designation and a background in technology and finance will allow them to pursue multi-varied graduate studies.
CFM graduates earn a unique Bachelor of Computing and Financial Management (BCFM) degree.
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James Thompson, CFM Co-Director, recognized with a 2025 Arts Award
Congratulations to Professor James Thompson, School of Accounting and Finance (SAF) professor and co-director of the Computing and Financial Management program, for receiving the 2025 Arts Award for Excellence in Service.
Leadership and academic aptitude earns CFM student, Rachel, the Jim Colvin Scholarship
Rachel, a fourth-year student in the Computing and Financial Management program, is the 2025 recipient of the Jim Colvin Scholarship in Computing and Financial Management.
Professor and CFM Co-Director James Thompson explains the key differences in U.S. and Canadian banking
As financial landscapes evolve, finance professor and CFM co-director, James Thompson of the explains the nuances between U.S. and Canadian banking systems.