Finance Minor
The Finance minor is open to undergraduate students from all disciplines, providing a robust foundation in corporate financial management, investment analysis, risk management, management consulting, banking, and financial institution administration. Designed to enhance students' understanding of financial theory, applied financial analysis, and financial markets, this minor prepares students for careers across various industries. Coursework emphasizes the significance of monetary and financial factors in business functions, along with personal financial management skills such as budgeting and investing.
The primary goal of the Finance minor is to promote financial literacy. In today’s complex financial landscape, professionals in any field must possess a solid grasp of financial concepts and skills, both in their careers and personal lives. This includes understanding financial terminology, managing budgets, making informed investment decisions, and analyzing the financial implications of business choices. By equipping students with these essential skills, the Finance minor empowers them to succeed in both their professional and personal financial endeavors.
Students completing a minor in Finance are required to take 19 credits as listed below:
Code | Title | Credits |
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ACC-101 | Financial Accounting (and ACC-101L) | 4 |
ACC-104 | Managerial Accounting | 3 |
MGT-270 | Financial Management | 3 |
MGT-320 | Investment Planning | 3 |
Choose two of the following courses: | 6 | |
Econometrics | ||
Multinational Finance and Investments | ||
Personal Financial Planning | ||
Advanced Financial Management and Modeling | ||
Portfolio Management | ||
Total Credits | 19 |