The Bachelor of Computing and Financial Management combines a profound understanding of computer science and finance with the goal of solving various technological and financial problems in today's society. What results is a dynamic curriculum that prepares students to make an impact in the ever-evolving Financial Technology (FinTech) industry.
Computing and Financial Management (CFM) graduates have gained the knowledge and experience to solve financial problems efficiently and effectively using technology. The courses that CFM students take set them up for lucrative careers in technology and finance and give them opportunities to pursue their Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) designation.
New policies for transferring to and from CFM
Please note: We have new policies in place for students who wish to transfer to or from the Computing and Financial Management program.
News
CFM student helps to "drive" autonomous racing team to a personal best in Italian race
University of Waterloo students on a multi-school autonomous racing team achieved a personal best speed of 173.8 kph at a race on the Monza F1 Circuit in Milan, Italy. The race, which featured five teams with members from universities around the world, was the Waterloo students’ fifth race, and the first on a road course rather than a banked oval track. Bilal, a student in Computing and Financial Management, was one of the members that bought the car up to speed.
Ammar Kamran (CFM '23) serves as CFM's first valedictorian
The Computing and Financial Management (CFM) program celebrated its spring 2023 graduates at a recent convocation ceremony held on Thursday, June 15 at 6:30 pm. This ceremony was the first time that a CFM student was selected as its valedictorian. Ammar Kamran (CFM '23) who began his studies in 2018 with twin brother Ayman, addressed the crowd of distinguished guests, faculty, graduating studies, families, President and Chancellor in an inspiring speech about new beginnings.
From delicious food to inspiring words: CFM Graduation Dinner was a tasty success!
Congratulations to our 2023 spring graduands, many of whom attended the CFM Graduation Dinner that was held on April 11 in their honour. The soon-to-be alumni spent the evening enjoying drinks at the open bar, socializing over a delicious dinner provided by UW Catering and Events Services, and listening to a few inspiring words from CFM Co-Directors Justin Wan and James R. Thompson.