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- Tuesday, February 10, 6-7 p.m.
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Program description - September 2026
Explore the world of finance with Conestoga's Business Fundamentals - Banking and Financial Services certificate.
If you're a high school graduate interested in banking, financial technology or global markets, Conestoga's one‑year Business Fundamentals - Banking and Financial Services certificate provides a strong introduction to the financial system and its role in economic inclusion. This program prepares you to understand and deliver financial services in one of the world's largest and most dynamic markets.
You'll study financial institutions, instruments and markets while exploring topics such as financial inclusion, client relationship management and digital innovation. With a focus on communication across diverse audiences, you'll gain the skills needed to support small and medium enterprises (SMEs), manage risk, and market financial services effectively. This program is ideal for students looking to launch a career or pursue further education in finance, banking or business.
Graduates can continue their studies in the Business - Finance or Business - Insurance programs to further expand career opportunities.
What you'll learn
- Overview of financial institutions, instruments and markets
- Financial inclusion and access to finance
- Client relationship management and service delivery
- Digital innovation and financial technologies
- Risk management and marketing of financial services
- Financing for small and medium enterprises (SMEs)
Career pathways
- Financial services assistant or banking support roles
- Client service representative in financial institutions
- Entry‑level positions in fintech, insurance or investment firms
- Foundation for further study in business, finance or economics
Program details
Estimated tuition & fees
Tuition and fee details for programs starting September 2026 and later will be available Spring 2026. Listed below are the tuition and fee details for the 2025-2026 academic year (September 2025 to August 2026) for your selected intake. Books and supplies may be additional.
2 Terms
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International
Canadian fee details
| Description | Fall 2025 | Winter 2026 |
|---|---|---|
| FT Program Tuition – Basic + | $1692.04 | $1692.04 |
| Administration Fee | $25.00 | $25.00 |
| Capital Development Fee | $84.22 | $84.22 |
| CSI Advocacy Fee | $8.16 | $8.16 |
| CSI Association Fee | $104.04 | $104.04 |
| CSI Extended Health & Dental Plan Fee | $354.00 | - |
| CSI Legal Care Fee | $30.00 | - |
| CSI UPass Fee | $124.91 | $124.91 |
| *eText Fee | $422.00 | $658.00 |
| Graduation/Alumni Services Fee | $20.00 | $20.00 |
| ONE Card Fee | $8.50 | $8.50 |
| Recreation/Athletics Fee | $71.50 | $71.50 |
| Student Services | $89.00 | $89.00 |
| Technology Enhancement Fee | $110.00 | $110.00 |
| CSI - Student Welcome Kit Fee (optional) | $75.00 | - |
| CSI Student Club & Society Fee (optional) | $10.00 | $10.00 |
| CSI Student Events Fee (optional) | $35.00 | $35.00 |
| Sustainability Fee (optional) | $5.00 | $5.00 |
| Term Total | $3268.37 | $3045.37 |
| Year Total | $6313.74 |
*The fee listed is for the current academic term and is subject to change. Confirmed costs will appear on your registration invoice. For the most up-to-date eText and course materials pricing, please refer to your personalized booklist.
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International fee details
| Description | Fall 2025 | Winter 2026 |
|---|---|---|
| International Program Tuition | $7513.00 | $7513.00 |
| Administration Fee | $25.00 | $25.00 |
| Capital Development Fee | $84.22 | $84.22 |
| CSI Advocacy Fee | $8.16 | $8.16 |
| CSI Association Fee | $104.04 | $104.04 |
| CSI College Int'l Health Insurance Plan (CIHIP) | $595.00 | - |
| CSI Extended Health & Dental Plan Fee | $308.00 | - |
| CSI Legal Care Fee | $30.00 | - |
| CSI UPass Fee | $124.91 | $124.91 |
| *eText Fee | $422.00 | $658.00 |
| Graduation/Alumni Services Fee | $20.00 | $20.00 |
| ISR (International Student Recovery) | $375.00 | $375.00 |
| ONE Card Fee | $8.50 | $8.50 |
| Recreation/Athletics Fee | $71.50 | $71.50 |
| Student Services | $89.00 | $89.00 |
| Technology Enhancement Fee | $110.00 | $110.00 |
| CSI - Student Welcome Kit Fee (optional) | $75.00 | - |
| CSI Student Club & Society Fee (optional) | $10.00 | $10.00 |
| CSI Student Events Fee (optional) | $35.00 | $35.00 |
| Sustainability Fee (optional) | $5.00 | $5.00 |
| Term Total | $10013.33 | $9241.33 |
| Year Total | $19254.66 |
*The fee listed is for the current academic term and is subject to change. Confirmed costs will appear on your registration invoice. For the most up-to-date eText and course materials pricing, please refer to your personalized booklist.
Returning student tuition & fees
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Program device & software requirements
This program requires you to have a device that meets certain specifications. For most students, this cost is in addition to the tuition & fees listed above.
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Awards & scholarships
Student Financial Services awarded more than 400 awards, scholarships and bursaries last year.
Delivery sequence - September 2026 - Kitchener – Doon
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