Program Overview

Finance, BBA

The courses required for a finance major are designed to help students prepare for careers in Corporate Financial Management, Investment Planning, Brokerage, Insurance, Commercial Banking, Real Estate, and other similar fields.

Program Details

The finance curriculum includes core courses in finance that provide students with a background in security analysis and investments, portfolio management, and financial planning and analysis. The curriculum also covers monetary policy, banking, financial markets, financial reporting, statement analysis, and risk management.

What Will I Learn

Within this program, you'll gain a broad understanding of finance and may select finance electives in their area of interest, such as insurance, real estate, accounting, or expand their knowledge in investments or financial analysis. You'll be able to demonstrate knowledge of key finance theories and concepts and will apply these finance theories and concepts correctly.

What Classes Will I Take

The Finance degree requires a minimum of 120 credits:

• 42 - Core Curriculum Program
  • Business Core and other required courses
• 2 - First-Years Seminars (when applicable)
• 45 - Business Core
• 24 - Major Requirements
• 9 - Electives
  • UNIV 1101 First-Year Seminar I 1 sem. hr.
  • UNIV 1102 First-Year Seminar II 1 sem. hr.

For details on each course, view the course catalog.

What Careers Can I Have

When you reach graduation, you'll have the skills to take on careers that include:

• Financial Planner
• Financial Analyst
• Actuary
• Accountant
• Budget Analyst
• Attorney
• Credit Analyst
• Investor Relations Professional