Financial Services

Graduates of the Financial Services post-graduate certificate find positions such as financial planner, wealth manager, credit counsellor, mortgage broker, bank supervisor or investment advisor with banks, trust companies, investment firms and government agencies. During the programme students engage in case studies, simulations, role-plays and mock interviews, developing client-meeting skills and completing needs analyses.

The one-year, full-time programme combines theory with applied learning. Core subjects cover banking operations, client relationship management, consumer credit, insurance principles, financial advising, income tax and investment funds. Coursework prepares students for the Investment Funds in Canada (IFC) compliance exams and builds the professional skills required for intermediate-level roles in the financial services sector.

• Banking operations and client relationship management
• Consumer credit, insurance and financial advising
• Income tax and investment funds
• Preparation for IFC compliance exams
• Applied learning through case studies and simulations

Saskatchewan Polytechnic, Regina, is a hands-on institution known for industry-focused technical and vocational education. Established roots and modern facilities support a practical approach to learning that prepares students for direct entry into the workforce. The Regina campus offers applied programs designed to meet regional and national labour needs, with a student body that includes a significant international presence and a commitment to experiential learning.

Programs cover a broad range of trades, health technologies, business and engineering technologies, with 27 distinct options that emphasize applied skills, labs and work placements. Strong partnerships with local employers shape curricula and create practicum and co-op opportunities, allowing students to build professional networks and accumulate workplace experience before graduation. Faculty with industry backgrounds provide mentorship and skill-focused instruction aligned with employer expectations.

Campus services support both domestic and international students through advising, skills development and career-centred workshops, helping graduates navigate job search and credential recognition. The college’s practical training model, combined with vibrant community ties in Regina, makes it a pragmatic choice for students seeking applied learning and clear pathways into employment across Saskatchewan and beyond.