Finance Major, B.A.

(60 credits)

The finance major prepares students to enter a variety of careers such as financial planner, financial/credit analyst or financial manager in a variety of firms such as banks, brokerage firms, insurance companies and others. Finance majors are encouraged to take additional coursework in computer applications, mathematics and/or statistics.

Learning Outcomes:

• Students will be able to apply  financial principles to make decisions for evaluating the health of an organization.

• Students will be able to show written and verbal mastery through communication methods common in financial professions. 

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  Students will be able to apply financial concepts, theories, or practices relevant for an organization to achieve operational or strategic goals.

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  Students will be able to apply investment strategies for personal financial goals.

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   Students will be able to integrate the use of financial technology tools to support business strategy or personal financial goals.

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  Students will be able to assess the ethical and legal considerations that influence financial  operations.