Security Analysis

The Financial Management technology at BCIT has entered into a partnership with the Canadian Securities Institute (CSI). This course, a product of the partnership, is inspired by the CSI’s Canadian Securities Course (CSC) Volume 1 and 2. The topics include: The Canadian securities industry and the regulatory environment. How market and economic events impact investment performance. Understanding and analyzing corporate financial statements and personal financial statements. Financial instruments including fixed income, equities, derivatives, alternative products, managed products, and structured products are covered in dedicated chapters.

Students will explore company, industry and market performance/analysis including financial ratio calculations. The portfolio management process including asset allocation, setting financial goals and the financial planning process, taxes, ethics and industry standards of conduct are reviewed. Lastly, the institutional marketplace and various career paths in finance covered.

What You’ll Learn

• Learn the structure and role of capital markets in the Canadian economy.
• Analyze financial statements and key economic indicators like interest rates and inflation.
• Understand marketable securities, pricing factors, and valuation methods.
• Explore the functions of the Bank of Canada, stock exchanges, and regulatory bodies.
• Develop portfolio management skills and construct financial plans.
• Examine ethical practices and career paths in the Canadian financial industry.