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Formats:
Live Online
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Duration:
36 hours
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CSC Fees:
$649 (Note: CSI registration and materials not included. Students will receive a link to register and buy materials at a 10% discount.)
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Start Date
Live Online 
Part-Time: November 02, 2022 – January 25, 2023
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Overview – What is the Canadian Securities Course?
The Canadian Securities Course (CSC®) at Ashton College is the perfect preparation for writing the CSC® exam and attaining your CSC® designation. The Canadian Securities Course is the industry standard for those entering the financial services and it is used by serious investors across Canada. Passing the CSC® exam sets you up for a fulfilling career within the financial sector.
The financial services industry is changing in Canada, creating new opportunities for professionals with the right education and skills. If you are just starting out in the financial services industry, the Canadian Securities Course will give you the knowledge and skills that employers demand. For those currently working in the industry, the CSC® will enhance existing skills and help you excel in your career and provide the best service to clients.
Ashton College's Partnership with CSI
The Canadian Securities Course (CSC®) at Ashton College is offered in partnership with the Canadian Securities Institute (CSI). Students will receive a 10% discount on CSI registration and textbooks. Successful completion of the CSC® prepares students to write the CSC Exams through the Canadian Securities Institute (CSI) and then apply for a mutual fund license. It is the first step toward attaining a licence for trading stocks and bonds, and it allows students to proceed with the Canadian Investment Manager or Financial Management Adviser designation streams. Ashton College students will receive a link to order their materials at a 10% discount.
Who should enroll in the Canadian Securities Course?
Employers require the CSC® designation in the financial services industry.
- Licensed mutual fund representative
- Full-service investment adviser or discount brokerage investment representative
- Bank and trust officer, financial planner, or mutual fund representative
- Portfolio management, as an adviser or as a personal investor
- Seeking your mutual funds license
- Dealing in Alternative Mutual Funds for retail investors
- A bank or trust company officer
- A financial planner
- An active investor who wants to learn how to manage your portfolio
- Seeking a position in the Canadian financial services industry
Topics Covered/Learning Objectives
- Understand the Canadian financial services landscape
- Gain knowledge about various financial instruments such as equities, managed products, structured products, derivatives and more
- Accurately assess company, industry and market performance
- Attain a deeper knowledge of industry standards and codes of ethics
- Learn the skills, knowledge and tools to serve your clients better
- Meet proficiency requirements to deal in Alternative Mutual Funds
CSC Course Syllabus
Chapter 1 - The Canadian Securities Industry
Chapter 2 - The Capital Market
Chapter 3 - The Canadian Regulatory Environment
Chapter 2 - The Capital Market
Chapter 3 - The Canadian Regulatory Environment
Chapter 4 - Overview of Economics
Chapter 5 - Economic Policy
Chapter 5 - Economic Policy
Chapter 6 - Fixed-Income Securities: Features & Types
Chapter 7 - Fixed-Income Securities: Pricing & Trading
Chapter 8 - Equity Securities: Common & Preferred Shares
Chapter 9 - Equity Securities: Equity Transactions
Chapter 10 - Derivatives
Chapter 7 - Fixed-Income Securities: Pricing & Trading
Chapter 8 - Equity Securities: Common & Preferred Shares
Chapter 9 - Equity Securities: Equity Transactions
Chapter 10 - Derivatives
Chapter 11 - Corporation & Their Financial Statements
Chapter 12 - Financing & Listing Securities
Chapter 12 - Financing & Listing Securities
Chapter 13 - Fundamental & Technical Analysis
Chapter 14 - Company Analysis
Chapter 14 - Company Analysis
Chapter 15 - Introduction to the Portfolio Approach
Chapter 16 - The Portfolio Management Process
Chapter 16 - The Portfolio Management Process
Instructors
Subject to change without notice
Jason Wong
Jason Wong has extensive knowledge in the wealth management industry, and has been practicing financial planning since 2001. Jason started his career through the financial advisory channel in one of the major banks. He then moved on to the independent channel to assist his individual and business clients in achieving their financial goals through comprehensive financial planning. Jason is also a consultant supporting financial advisers in providing wealth management solutions to their clients. Jason holds several industry accreditations: Certified Financial Planner (CFP), Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA), Financial Management Advisor (FMA) and Derivative Market Specialist (DMS). He holds a Master of Business Administration from the University of Manchester, which is consistently ranked as one of the top global business schools under the Financial Times Global MBA rankings.
Obada Al-Dimashki
Obada Al-Dimashki is an engaging and interpersonal business professor with extensive experience teaching at various post-secondary institutions across Canada. His teaching has covered several business topics including international business, finance, supply chain and management. Along with his teaching, His industry experience includes international supply chain management at a major industrial group and he has served as a reserve Combat Logistics Officer with the Canadian Armed Forces. He has a global business background with experiences in many countries around the globe including France, South Korea, Canada and the UAE. Obada holds a Master of Global Business degree from the University of Victoria and is a Certified International Trade Professional (CITP|FIBP). He is also a dynamic individual with active hobbies such as karate, soccer and bodybuilding.
Dates
Live Online
Part-Time:
- November 02, 2022 – January 25, 2023
- Students must devote at least 3 hours per week to attend live webinars
- Webinars will be held on Wednesdays from 4:00 to 7:00 pm PST
- Outside of live instructional periods, students will be expected to take part in various independent and/or group activities
Fees
The registration fee for this course is $649.
Note: CSI registration and materials are not included. Ashton College students will receive a link to order their materials at a 10$ discount.
Technical Requirements
Live Online Students
Ashton College uses web conferencing tools for conducting online classes and online learning management systems for managing resources, assignments, and grades. These tools help instructors and students connect live online as well as asynchronously. The basic requirements for online learning include a computer, webcam, speakers, and a microphone or a headset and headphones, along with a reliable internet connection. Though online learning can be pursued using smartphones and tablets, the use of laptops or desktop computers is encouraged for an enhanced learning experience.
This course does not require approval by the Private Training Institutions Branch of the Ministry of Advanced Education and Skills Training. As such, it was not reviewed.
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