UNLOCK THE EXPERIENCE ADVANTAGE
100% of SFM students are in co-op – for good reason.
While coursework builds your knowledge, nothing accelerates your professional development like real-world experience. Shape your competitive advantage, discover your passions, and build top-notch skills that get your résumé to the top of the stack.
Learn about Dillon's favourite co-op work term and how has he leveraged his experiences to build his business accumen.
TOMORROW’S A&F PROFESSIONAL
Dillon, AFM
Starting PickWaste, a social enterprise, in high school inspired Dillon to pursue a career in accounting, finance, and business. At SAF, Dillon is building his financial expertise and entrepreneurial mindset. Dillon is keen to lead the change and shape the future of businesses with a lens for positive, sustainable, and social impact.
“I can leverage the knowledge and principles learned in AFM and apply it to any industry. I use AFM concepts to maximize impact in my community and beyond.”
BEYOND READY
SAF students train hard and fast for the business world. Being in a co-op only program means that you'll test-drive your professional qualities by integrating your knowledge and skills in four paid co-op work terms.
Victoria Salim, Manager, Co-op and Work-Integrated Learning Initiatives, talks about co-op opportunities for SAF students and how gaining real-world experiences makes you more employable.
STUDY/WORK SEQUENCE
SAF was the first school to introduce co-op in accounting and finance programs to enhance learning and professional development.
Co-op and our SAF undergraduate programs can kick start your career.
AFM = Accounting and Financial Management
Biotech/CPA = Biotechnology/Chartered Professional Accountancy
CFM = Computing and Financial Management
Math/CPA = Mathematics/Chartered Professional Accountancy
SFM = Sustainability and Financial Management
* AFM, SFM, and Math/CPA provides co-op work sequence flexibility to help you maximize employment opportunities.
KICKSTART YOUR CAREER
As a global leader in co-operative education, we’ll set you ahead of the competition by the time you graduate.
TYPICAL CO-OP POSITIONS
- Sustainability Analyst
- Financial Analyst
- ESG Internal Reporting Associate
- Business Analyst
4 CO-OP WORK TERMS = 16 MONTHS OF PAID WORK EXPERIENCE
TYPICAL CO-OP EMPLOYERS
- Deloitte LLP
- RBC Financial Group
- Environment and Climate Change Canada
- Sustainable Waterloo
- Manulife Financial
$34,000 to $81,000
IN POTENTIAL CO-OP EARNINGS
KICKSTART YOUR CAREER