Business Financial Services is a diploma program. As banks increase the scope of services they offer their customers, the banking industry has determined that bank employees need to have skills that will enable them to work effectively in a wide range of functions. You will receive training that meets the needs of the financial market as requested by the Provincial Bankers' Association and the Institute of Canadian Bankers. As part of the course requirements, you must register with the Institute of Canadian Bankers (ICB) and purchase the specified textbooks supplied by the ICB for the corresponding SIAST offered courses. You will receive assistance from SIAST with the process of registration with ICB and your textbook purchase. We also encourage you to enroll in the Canadian Securities Course (which has an additional tuition cost).

Graduates are prepared to work as management trainees in the financial market (financial institutions). These include chartered banks, investment firms, credit unions, trust companies and insurance companies. For more information about career opportunities related to this program, contact Student Employment services at the campus nearest you.