Finance, BS

Overview

The Bachelor of Science in Finance is a rigorous and career-focused program designed to prepare students for success in various sectors of the financial industry. The curriculum includes core courses such as Corporate Finance, Advanced Corporate Finance, and Investment Analysis, along with electives in areas like Portfolio Management and Options and Futures. Students gain expertise in asset management, investment and commercial banking, financial management, venture capital, mergers and acquisitions, and management consulting. The program emphasizes hands-on learning, networking opportunities with over 70,000 alumni, and instruction from experienced academics and professionals, all within a community grounded in Jewish values

Graduates of the program have gone on to work at major corporations, investment banks, venture capital firms, and real estate companies. Students benefit from small class sizes, personalized mentorship, and real-world project experience.

Degree Requirements

To earn the Bachelor of Science in Finance, students must complete a minimum of 128 credits including Business Core and Major requirements, Sy Syms General Education and Jewish Studies requirements, and elective courses as needed.

Major Requirements (27 credits)

Core Courses

FIN 1408Corporate Finance

3

FIN 2505Investment Analysis

3

 

FIN 2521Portfolio Management

3

Or

FIN 3510Options and Futures

3

Or

FIN 3720Fixed Income Securities

3

 

FIN 2409Advanced Corporate Finance (Capstone)

3

Electives

Complete two (3-credit) FIN courses

6

And

Complete three additional upper-level business courses

9