International Year One (UTP Stage II): International Economics and Finance
Overview
International Year One (UTP Stage II): International Economics and Finance is equivalent to the first year of Toronto Metropolitan University’s Bachelor of Arts degree in International Economics and Finance. Upon the successful completion of International Year One (UTP Stage II), you’ll begin the second year of your degree at TMU.
In this 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, and will complete a required internship/co-op in a professional environment. You’ll graduate ready to provide advice and generate solutions in business, finance and government.
Key Information
Duration
3 terms
Intakes
- January
- May
- September
Location
Toronto Metropolitan University campus, Toronto
Your Direct Pathway into Toronto Metropolitan University
International Year One (UTP Stage II): International Economics and Finance Program Structure
International Year One (UTP Stage II): International Economics and Finance is a combination of required courses and electives, designed to meet the curriculum requirements of the major program. Below is a sample schedule of courses you might take during International Year One (UTP Stage II): International Economics and Finance.
| Course Code | Course Name |
|---|---|
| CECN204 | Introductory Macroeconomics |
| CECN104 | Introductory Microeconomics |
| CSSH105 | Critical Thinking I |
| CGMS200 | Introduction to Global Management |
| CMKT100 | Principles of Marketing |
| CMHR523 | Human Resources Management |
| CPSY102 | Intro to Psychology I |
| CPOG100 | People, Power and Politics |
| CPHL365 | Philosophy of Beauty |
| CSOC103 | How Society Works |
Upon successful completion of the International Year One (UTP Stage II): International Economics and Finance, including achieving a 2.67 CGPA you will transfer into the International Economics and Finance program at Toronto Metropolitan University with 10.0 credits (one year) toward your degree. Once you have progressed to Toronto Metropolitan University, you will continue your studies with courses in mathematics for economics, academic research and writing and second year International Economics and Finance courses.
Career Prospects
- Behavioural scientist
- Business analyst
- Business consultant
- Data scientist
- Economic advisor
- Economist
- Financial/risk analyst
- Investment banking
- Marketing intelligence
- Policy development officer
- Sales and marketing analyst
- Strategic planning analyst
- Total rewards specialist
- Urban planning
Or pursue graduate studies in economics, business (MBA), health policy or law (JD) or a professional designation in finance (CFA) or accounting (CPA).