Sessional Lecturer - MGFC45H3 Portfolio Management Theory and Practice [E]

University of Toronto; Toronto; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

A prominent educational institution in Toronto is seeking a Sessional Lecturer for the MGFC45H3 Portfolio Management Theory and Practice course. The role requires designing and teaching the course, assessing students, and providing office hours for support. Minimum qualifications include an undergraduate degree in business or finance, while a Master's degree and CFA certification are preferred. The institution values diversity and encourages applicants from various backgrounds to apply, emphasizing equity and inclusion in its hiring process.

Qualifications

• Minimum qualifications include an undergraduate degree in business or finance.
• Preferred qualifications include a Master's degree and CFA certification.
• Prior working experience in the investment industry is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Design and teach university-level credit course.
• Prepare and deliver course content and assess students.
• Hold regular office hours for student consultation.

Skills

Investment industry experience

Teaching excellence

Strong communication skills

Education

Undergraduate degree in business or finance

Master's degree in business or finance

CFA certification

Job description

Sessional Lecturer - MGFC45H3 Portfolio Management Theory and Practice [E]

Date Posted: 12/12/2025
Req ID: 46405
Faculty/Division: UofT Scarborough
Department: UTSC:Dept-Management
Campus: University of Toronto Scarborough (UTSC)

Description:

Course Code and Title: MGFC45H3 Portfolio Management: Theory and Practice (co-taught)

Course Description: This course introduces students to both the theoretical and practical elements of portfolio management. On the theoretical side, students learn the investment theories and analytic models applicable to portfolio management. Students gain fundamental knowledge of portfolio construction, optimization, and performance attribution. The hands‑on component of the course aims to provide students with a unique experiential learning opportunity, through participation in the different stages of the portfolio management process. The investment exercises challenge students to apply and adapt to different risk and return scenarios, time horizons, legal and other unique investment constraints.

Classes are conducted in the experiential learning lab, where students explore academic, research and practical components of Portfolio Management.

MO 7:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.

50

Qualification:

Minimum qualifications: Undergraduate degree in business or finance. Preferred qualifications: In addition to the minimum, Master degree in business or finance; CFA; working experience in investment industry.

Duties:

All normal duties related to the design and teaching of a university credit course, including preparation and delivery of course content; development, administration and marking of assignments, tests and exams; calculation and submission of grades, holding regular office hours and maintaining reasonable availability for student and administrative contact, supervision of T.A. assigned to course.

Application Instructions:

DO NOT SEND APPLICATIONS THROUGH SUCCESSFACTORS. This unanticipated position for a Sessional Lecturer is available in the Department of Management for the Winter 2026 academic session. This posting is in accordance with the Collective Agreement between the Governing Council of the University of Toronto and the Canadian Union of Public Employees, Local 3902 Unit 3. All applicants who wish to be considered for a particular position must complete the online application form and submit an updated curriculum vitae. It is strongly advised that all applicants include applicable teaching evaluations, if available. (E‑mailed applications or applications through SuccessFactors will NOT BE ACCEPTED). Posting Date: December 12, 2026, 4:00 p.m EST. Application Deadline: December 16, 2026, 11:59pm EST. Please refer to the posting for the official timetable. Preference in hiring is given to qualified individuals advanced to the rank of Sessional Lecturer II or Sessional Lecturer III in accordance with Article 14:12. In considering qualified applicants, teaching excellence, currency in and mastery of subject area; previous experience in teaching a similar course at undergraduate (university) level or similar environment; several years related professional experience shall be the criteria used in the selection of the most qualified candidate in accordance with Article 14:12. Similar courses are called exclusions within the U of T Calendar found at: https://utsc.calendar.utoronto.ca/search-courses. Candidates who are members of Indigenous, Black, racialized, and 2SLGBTQ+ communities, persons with disabilities, and other equity‑deserving groups are encouraged to apply, and their lived experience shall be taken into consideration as applicable to the posted position. Please note that should rates stipulated in the collective agreement vary from rates stated in this posting, the rates stated in the collective agreement shall prevail.

Closing Date: 12/16/2025, 11:59PM EDT

Diversity Statement
The University of Toronto embraces Diversity and is building a culture of belonging that increases our capacity to effectively address and serve the interests of our global community. We strongly encourage applications from Indigenous Peoples, Black and racialized persons, women, persons with disabilities, and people of diverse sexual and gender identities. We value applicants who have demonstrated a commitment to equity, diversity, and inclusion and recognize that diverse perspectives, experiences, and expertise are essential to strengthening our academic mission.
As part of your application, you will be asked to complete a brief Diversity Survey. This survey is voluntary. Any information directly related to you is confidential and cannot be accessed by search committees or human resources staff. Results will be aggregated for institutional planning purposes. For more information, please see http://uoft.me/UP.

Accessibility Statement
The University strives to be an equitable and inclusive community, and proactively seeks to increase diversity among its community members. Our values regarding equity and diversity are linked with our unwavering commitment to excellence in the pursuit of our academic mission.
The University is committed to the principles of the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). As such, we strive to make our recruitment, assessment and selection processes as accessible as possible and provide accommodations as required for applicants with disabilities.
If you require any accommodations at any point during the application and hiring process, please contact [e-mail].