Bachelor of Business Administration – Financial Technology and Innovation

The Bachelor of Business Administration – Financial Technology and Innovation 4-year degree program merges a foundational business administration curriculum with modern financial technology tools, preparing students to drive innovation in the evolving fintech sector.

• Core Focus & Curriculum: Covers data analytics (examining, cleaning, and modeling large datasets), human-centered design thinking, solution architecture for digital financial products, and current fintech trends (such as AI, blockchain, and consumer finance technology).

• Program Structure: Begins with a common foundational year alongside general BBA students, branching into specialized financial technology coursework starting in Year 2. Emphasizes cooperative, project-based learning in small class settings.

• Job Insights:

  • Canada: Average salary of $67,288/yr (Range: $44K – $112K) | 1,515 jobs advertised (July 2026).

  • Alberta: Average salary of $72,872/yr (Range: $45K – $128K) | 188 jobs advertised (July 2026).

Academic Background:

• Minimum Level of Education Completed: Grade 12 / High School (or equivalent post-secondary diploma/degree)

• Minimum GPA: 65.0%

Language Requirements:

• Minimum Language Test Scores: IELTS 6.0 | TOEFL 80.0 | PTE 53.0 | Duolingo 115

• Conditional Admission: Available by completing English language courses prior to entering the academic program if acceptable test scores are not yet provided.

PGWP Eligibility: This 4-year degree program is PGWP eligible for international students, qualifying graduates for a Post-Graduation Work Permit (PGWP) of up to 3 years, provided they are enrolled in on-campus study or complete more than 50% of their total coursework on campus (if taking blended options). International students attending all classes online will NOT be eligible for a PGWP.
IRCC Disclaimer: The final decision on PGWP approval rests solely with Immigration, Refugees, and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) based on official criteria.
General Admission Note: Program requirements serve only as a guide and do not guarantee admission. Valid language test results are required for direct admission before receiving a final offer letter.