International Economics and Finance - BA
International Economics and Finance - BA
Degree: Bachelor of Arts (Honours)
Faculty: Faculty of Arts
Requirements: Grades-Only
Grade range: Low 70s1
Experiential learning: Internship mandatory
Full-time format: 4 Year
Is this degree for you?
International Economics and Finance degree program, you’ll explore the interconnectedness of worldwide markets and acquire and cultivate the economic skills necessary to make strategic decisions from an informed global perspective.
You can participate in local or international work placements, case studies, advanced analysis and computer simulations, and receive specialized training in economics, finance, mathematics and statistics.
You’ll also complete a required internship in a professional environment, and graduate ready to provide advice and generate solutions in business, finance and government.
“(International Economics and Finance) has been great for providing quality hands-on learning experiences that are necessary for success in the ever-changing world of Economics and Finance."
- Josh Klomp, International Economics and Finance, Student
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After you graduate with this degree
🎓 Further education:
- Data Science and Analytics (MSc)
- Finance (MBA)
- Law
- Public Policy and Administration (MA)
Career possibilities:
- Consultant
- Corporate banker
- Economic advisor
- Investment risk analyst
- Validation associate
💼 Employer possibilities:
- Deloitte
- Health Canada
- Netflix
- Ontario Ministry of Finance
Academic requirements
This is a Grades-Only program. Admission decisions for Grades-Only programs are based on academic performance.
Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD) or equivalent with a minimum of six Grade 12 U or M courses including the following program specific requirements.
Typically, a minimum overall average of 70% establishes eligibility for admission consideration; subject to competition individual programs may require higher prerequisite grades and/or higher overall averages:
- English/anglais (ENG4U / EAE4U preferred)
- Mathematics [one of: Advanced Functions (MHF4U), Calculus and Vectors (MCV4U), or Mathematics of Data Management (MDM4U)]
- Grade 12 U Advanced Functions (MHF4U) or Grade 12 U Calculus and Vectors (MCV4U) are the preferred Mathematics courses
- Note: the minimum grade(s) required in the subject prerequisites (normally in the 65-70% range) will be determined subject to competition
Academic admission requirements for all other applicants are available on the admission requirements page.
Tuition and fees range 2024-2025
For detailed fees information, visit tuition and fees by program.
Full-time format:
Ontario students: $7,239 - $7,264
Out-of-province students: $8,415 - $8,440
International students: $35,075 - $35,100
First-year courses
Here is a preview of first-year courses based on the available undergraduate calendar information.
1st Semester
REQUIRED GROUP 1: One course from Table I.
LIBERAL STUDIES:
One course from Table A - Lower Level Liberal Studies.
Course selection must not include any courses with an ECN prefix.
2nd Semester
OPEN ELECTIVE: Two Open Electives.
LIBERAL STUDIES: One course from Table A - Lower Level Liberal Studies
Course selection must not include any courses with an ECN prefix.
Faculty of Arts
The Faculty of Arts programs combine a liberal arts education with something unique: Toronto Metropolitan University's brand of relevant, practical learning that's designed to make you a well-rounded, informed human being who is also highly employable.
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Notes:
- Actual minimum grade ranges required for fall 2025 admission/wait list consideration will be determined based on grades and qualifications presented by the applicant pool as they become available. Required grade ranges may fluctuate from year to year (up or down) as a result of competition. Applicants not educated in Ontario may present the equivalent of the Ontario requirements. TMU reserves the right to determine equivalency at its sole discretion.
Disclaimer:
While every effort is made to ensure accuracy on this site, in the event of a discrepancy, TMU's current Undergraduate Calendar is the official reference.