Overview

The Finance and Management Analytics double degree at Wilfrid Laurier University provides an integrated curriculum designed to prepare students for the future of the financial industry. This comprehensive programme combines the Master of Science in Management Analytics with the Master of Finance to address the growing demand for data-driven decision-making. Students develop the technical proficiency and managerial perspective required to excel in a data-centred professional world.

Why Finance and Management Analytics at Wilfrid Laurier University?

Studying at the Lazaridis School of Business and Economics offers access to the Laurier Graduate Student Investment Fund, where students manage real-world investments under faculty supervision. The university is a member of the CFA Institute University Recognition Program, allowing students to prepare for all three levels of the CFA examinations during their studies. Facilities include Bloomberg terminals and specialised training in Python, VBA, and financial databases.

Tuition Fee Breakdown

• International fee: CAD 4887 per module
• National fee: CAD 2864 per module

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Syllabus

Modules may include:

• Machine Learning for Business
• Visualization and Communication with Spreadsheets
• Econometrics
• Investment Management
• Business Applications of Artificial Intelligence
• Decision Making with Analytics
• Fieldwork Project
• Economics for Financial Analysis
• Corporate Finance

Careers with Finance and Management Analytics

Graduates are equipped for high-demand roles where technology and finance intersect. The programme prepares students for careers in advanced analytics, risk modelling, and strategic financial management. Dedicated support from the Career Centre helps students transition into the workforce through networking events and recruitment sessions.