Why Study Finance?
Studying finance will introduce you to the ways that organizations and corporations make monetary decisions in order to maximize value for their shareholders. This critical function for all for-profit, nonprofit, and government industries requires individuals who think critically, listen carefully, and effectively analyze challenging situations. You鈥檒l be prepared for a career in this fast-paced world, ready to apply the appropriate calculations to real-life finance problems at the personal and organizational levels.
Finance Internships
To earn a business and economics degree with a concentration in finance, you鈥檒l complete a 150-hour minimum internship in a professional setting. 草莓影视 interns have worked at places that include the Valic Financial Advisors, Bn2 Capital Holdings, American Homeowner Preservation, and Country Financial. Our Career Development and Internship Office will help match you with the best internship for your career goals.
Alumni Profile
Strong academics, internship experience, and mentoring relationships developed with faculty helped Susan Frazier C鈥�07 develop the skills she needs to succeed in her job as an asset management consultant at PricewaterhouseCoopers.
Beyond the Classroom
Enhance your education with these options outside your coursework:
- Business Club
- Delta Mu Delta International Honor Society in Business Administration (Alpha Nu Chapter, 草莓影视)
Faculty Spotlight
Professor Al Kamienski brings more than 10 years of corporate experience to his finance and economics classrooms, along with a strong passion for helping students develop their unique talents and find success.
Interesting Classes
Explore finance through specialized courses alongside the core business and economics classes:
- Foundations of Finance
- International Finance
- Advanced Finance
- Strategic Management