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Gain expertise in two majors (computer science and finance) and become a valuable asset in any technology-dependent organization – especially in the ever-evolving financial technology industry.
As part of Computing and Financial Management (CFM), you'll study in two of Waterloo’s powerhouse institutions: the School of Accounting and Finance, where you’ll learn to understand sophisticated concepts of modern financial management, and the David R. Cheriton School of Computer Science, where you’ll acquire the skills to develop and maintain financial software.
By the time you graduate, you'll be armed with the know-how, the networks, and the co-op experience to land a career in computer science or finance — or both.
Because you’ll be alternating between classroom learning and co-op work terms, you’ll gain two full years of practical work experience and graduate with an impressive résumé.
Aiming to work in in the investment industry? A CFM degree accelerates your path to a Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) designation.
Amy was drawn to CFM because of the balance between computer science and finance, which will equip her for a successful career in FinTech.
of students receive at least one entrance scholarship
Gain two years of professional experience with co-op
Earn a Bachelor of Computing and Financial Management
Ontario students: six Grade 12 U and/or M courses including
Recommended: Introduction to Computer Science, Principles of Financial Accounting
Admission averages: Individual selection from the low 90s
Complete the Admission Information Form once you've applied.
Not studying in Ontario? Search our admission requirements.
We strongly encourage you to participate in the Canadian Senior Mathematics Contest and/or the Euclid Mathematics Contest to enhance your admissions status. To be considered for entrance scholarships in the Faculty of Mathematics, you must write one or both of the contests. If you complete both contests, we'll use the results of the contest in which you performed best.
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You may also select the advanced-stream courses for algebra, calculus, and computer science if you satisfy the requirements.
Most of your required courses will be in Computer Science and Accounting and Financial Management, along with foundational courses in Mathematics.
With your remaining classes, you can choose electives from many of the 100 subject areas at Waterloo and add additional areas of expertise by including one or more of the minors available to all Waterloo students.
View a full list of courses required for your degree.
AFM 373 – Derivative Securities
CS 480 - Introduction to Machine Learning
AFM 422 – Fixed Income Securities
CS 486 - Introduction to Artificial Intelligence
By alternating school terms and paid co-op work terms throughout your degree, you can explore new career areas and types of employers as your career interests evolve.
Apply directly to this program on your application
$50,000 to $120,000 in potential co-op earnings
Your direct route to a CFA designation
Graduates often pursue careers in finance, investment, and technology. They often work in banks, consulting companies, and technology companies.
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