Navigate the Markets with Precision and Vision
±«±··¡â€™s Bachelor of Science in Finance degree program will prepare you to lead in the fascinating world of financial management, wealth management, and investments.
Picture yourself using new technologies to solve complex financial challenges. You’ll gain the skills to create sustainable growth, and learn to apply those techniques with a sense of social responsibility — so you can do well by making a positive impact. From simulated stock trading to internships with sophisticated financial enterprises, you’ll have hands-on experiences that position you for your dream job in finance.
Why ÐÓ°ÉÊÓƵ for your degree in Finance
Finance is central to our modern economy. ÐÓ°ÉÊÓƵ prepares you to innovate using the newest technologies combined with time-tested principles.
- Financial simulation and live market data technology in the classroom
- Gain skills on ±«±··¡â€™s Bloomberg Terminals — powerful tools for real-time data and analytics — and earn your Bloomberg Technology Certification
- Take part in research challenges and global trading competitions
- Stay current with technology trends like blockchain and AI
- Fascinating internships with regional businesses
- Develop pro forma financial plans for existing and new businesses
- Study design thinking and entrepreneurial finance through unique courses
- Learn to drive socially responsible, sustainable growth
The Center for Sales Excellence
±«±··¡â€™s Center for Sales Excellence develops top-tier sales talent with advanced training and industry engagement, equipping students for successful careers and fostering innovative contributions in the modern sales landscape. As a finance major, learning about sales is important because it provides critical insights into revenue streams and market dynamics, which are essential for financial analysis, forecasting, and strategic decision-making.
What will you study? Finance Degree Curriculum Overview
Professors with real-world experience in finance and investments have set your curriculum. The following are some of the fascinating courses offered within the Finance degree program:
- Introduction to Data Analysis and Modeling
- Financial Markets and Institutions
- Investments
- Fixed Income Securities
- Entrepreneurial Finance
- International Finance
Curriculum
| Nor’easter Core Requirements | Credits |
|---|---|
| Total Credits | 40 |
| COB Foundation Courses | Credits |
|---|---|
| BUEC 203 – Macroeconomics | 3 – Fulfills Power Knowledge & Justice - Social Science Core |
| BUEC 204 – Microeconomics | 3 – Fulfills Power Knowledge & Justice - Open Core |
| BUMG 120 – Innovation Through Technology | 3 – Fulfills Creativity and the Arts Core |
| MAT 120 – Statistics or MAT 150 – Statistics for Life Sciences or MAT 151 – Statistics for Environmental Sciences or MAT 190 – Calculus I* | 3–4 – Fulfills Quantitative Reasoning Core |
| Total Credits | 12–13 |
| Other COB Foundation Courses | Credits |
|---|---|
| BUAC 201 – Financial Accounting | 3 |
| BUFI 315 – Business Finance | 3 |
| BUMG 200 – Management | 3 |
| BUMG 325 – Legal Environment of Business | 3 |
| BUMG 495A – Internship/Experiential | 3 |
| BUMG 498 – Strategic Management | 3 |
| BUMK 200 – Marketing | 3 |
| Total Credits | 21 |
| Finance Major Required Courses | Credits |
|---|---|
| BUAC 303 – Managerial Accounting | 3 |
| BUFI 205 – Intro Data Analysis or DSC 225 – Computer Programming I | 3 |
| BUFI 322 – Investments | 3 |
| BUFI 323 – Fixed Income Securities | 3 |
| BUFI 324 – Financial Markets and Institutions | 3 |
| BUFI 350 – Entrepreneurial Finance | 3 |
| BUFI 415 – Advanced Business Finance | 3 |
| BUFI 422 – Seminar in Portfolio Management | 3 |
| BUFI 425 – International Finance | 3 |
| BUMG 101 – Introduction to Business/Excel | 3 |
| BUMG 307 – Operations Management | 3 |
| Total Credits | 33 |
| Open Elective Courses (as needed to reach 120 credits) | Variable |
| Minimum Total Required Credits | 120 |
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Please note: While some courses can fulfill both core and program requirements, the credits earned do not count twice towards the minimum