Bachelor of Science Degree, Business Major

See also Accounting

Become a leader in money management

The purpose of the finance concentration is to prepare students for placement and career advancement into positions of influence in financial institutions, manufacturing and service firms, and not-for-profit or government agencies; to establish a foundation for further education and professional certification or licensure; and to exhibit a Christian testimony in their personal and professional lives.

Additional Learning Outcomes: Graduates of the finance concentration will also be able to

• integrate current economic and monetary policies in evaluating and constructing investment portfolios within a global marketplace and
• evaluate, synthesize, and analyze complex investment or financing-related problems to determine viable resolutions for financial managers.

Business major with finance concentration gives students a strong, broad foundation in financial management, financial market structure, investment analysis, and valuation models. Courses provide practical skills that may be used in a Christian or secular workplace. After completing a finance concentration, students may choose to pursue careers in banking, insurance, real estate, financial investing, financial management, consulting, governmental finance, etc.

Academic Requirements
At least a “C” in all accounting and finance courses and BA 301 and 302 courses. A minor is required. Management may not be claimed as a minor.

Academic Program Fee
$70 per semester or $17.50 per payment