Finance
Degree Awarded
Bachelor of Science (BS), Undergraduate Minor
Program Delivery
On-Campus (BS, minor), Online (online BS)
Locations Available
Rindge, New Hampshire (BS)
Online (online BS)
Your Finance major provides a clear career path in a field with lots of opportunities for challenge and reward. You鈥檒l learn core accounting and finance concepts and master quantitative tools for making good business decisions. You鈥檒l make connections in the business world right away through classes, internships, and projects, and be prepared to get your Master of Business Administration (MBA). The Business PLUS + Program allows qualified high school students to enter a four-year accelerated bachelors and master鈥檚 degree program. Whether your preference is for a large, formal organization or a small, casual one, this program equips you with the essential knowledge and quantitative skills needed to excel in the world of finance. 51福利社's Finance program is designed to shape versatile, competent, and highly sought-after professionals in the field of finance.
On-Campus Bachelor of Science in Finance
In our on-campus BS program in Finance, you鈥檒l learn business and economic principles; communication, ethics, problem-solving; and track-specific skills you can put to use right away.
See our curriculum plan to learn how you鈥檒l progress through the on-campus BS program (or download an on-campus BS program sheet):
Recommended Curriculum Guide
- Principles of Accounting I (AC101)
- Principles of Accounting II (AC102)
- Principles of Macroeconomics (ET101)
- Principles of Microeconomics (ET102)
- First Year Inquiry Seminar (GLE101)
- First Year Composition I (GLE110)
- Statistics (MT260)
- Plus three electives
- Business Law (BA213)
- Electronic Spreadsheets (CIT140)
- Principles of Financial Management (FM224)
- Real Estate Investments (Finance track) (FM257): Learn about the principles and strategies involved in real estate investment, including property valuation, financing options, and risk management. You will also explore real-world case studies and gain practical insights into analyzing real estate markets and making informed investment decisions in the field of finance.
- Second Year Composition (GLE230)
- Principles of Marketing (MK201)
- Principles of Management (MN201)
- Plus three GLE electives
- Money and Banking (ET233)
- Managerial Finance (FM311)
- International Business (IB364)
- Organizational Behavior (MN321)
- Plus, choose six GLE or free electives
- Internship in Finance (FM390) or
- Advanced Internship in Finance or (FM395) or
- Senior Independent Research Project (FM495)
- Business Strategy and Ethics (BA471)
- Problems in Finance (FM454)
- Investment Analysis (FM423)
- Plus, choose six GLE or free electives
Online Bachelor of Science in Finance
If you enjoy working with finances, you may be well-suited to a career in finance. Help your company achieve its financial goals, with proficiency in analyzing solutions to complex financial and investment problems with knowledge of regulations and ethical dilemmas, backed by a Finance degree.
In small classes, you will work closely with professors who are experts in their fields and understand the unique needs of adult students. The curriculum is designed to enhance your ability to communicate effectively, think critically, and contribute to your community.
Combine part-time or full-time study and six academic terms, to create a flexible and personalized schedule. Your knowledge gained from life experience is also recognized. Receive college credit for accumulated certifications, professional licenses, on-the-job-training, and other life experiences. You may also be eligible for grants, loans, and scholarships in the form of financial aid. As a 51福利社 graduate, you will possess the technical and leadership skills needed to expand your opportunities and push your career to the next level.
As an online BS student in Finance, see the courses you鈥檒l take (or download an online BS program sheet for more info, including application instructions):
Business Core Requirements
- Principles of Accounting I (AC101)
- Principles of Accounting II (AC102)
- Business Law I (BA213)
- Business Strategy and Ethics (BA471)
- Electronic Spreadsheets (CIT140)
- Principles of Macroeconomics (ET101)
- Principles of Microeconomics (ET102)
- Principles of Financial Management (FM224)
- International Business (IB364)
- Principles of Marketing (MK201)
- Principles of Management (MN201)
- Organizational Behavior (MN321)
- Statistics (MT260)
- Money and Banking (ET223)
- Real Estate Investment (FM257)
- Managerial Finance (FM311)
- Investment Analysis (FM423)
- Problems in Finance (FM454)
- Plus 27 semester hours of general electives
What Makes our Finance Program Different
- Our 100% online BS program designed for working adults鈥攁wards credit for experience and can be completed in as few as 18 months
- Our Business PLUS programs that let you complete an on-campus BS in just three years or combine a BS and a Master of Business Administration (MBA) degree in just four years
- We also offer a Minor in Finance for on-campus undergraduates in other business majors.
- Whichever program you choose, you鈥檒l learn from expert faculty, network with accomplished alumni, and get the mix of knowledge, skills, and connections you鈥檙e looking for.
Who Should Study finance?
Studying Accounting-Finance might be right for you if:
- You鈥檙e interested in business (see our Business program for info about other undergraduate business majors)
- You want to develop your math and data-analytics skills
- You have an aptitude for technology and want to learn accounting/analytical software
- You鈥檝e got strong communication and people skills
- You like work that follows procedures and routines
Jeremy Blydenburgh-Cote '20 is the Marketing and Sales Administrator for River Mead Life Care Community in Peterborough, NH
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