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Undergraduate programs

Finance

Undergrad major

Finance is a career field involving the management of money. It includes activities such as investing, lending, borrowing, budgeting, forecasting and more. The three primary financial areas are: corporate finance, investments and financial institutions.

Concentration

Risk, Insurance & Financial Planning

Undergrad major

Students who choose a risk, insurance & financial planning concentration learn about methods regarding treatment of risk and the utilization of insurance as a means to handle major risks in a business. Students are also introduced to the primary components of financial planning.

Concentration

Personal Financial Planning

Undergrad major

The program is a rigorous and highly specialized track that covers all aspects of comprehensive financial planning: insurance planning, investment planning, retirement planning, tax planning, and estate planning.

See what you can do with a Finance Degree. Click on the links below for more detailed info about our two majors.

Banking/Credit Unions

  • Loan Officer
  • Personal Banker
  • Credit Analyst
  • Bank Examiner

Financial Planning/Insurance

  • Financial Planner
  • Risk Manager
  • Claims Adjuster
  • Underwriter

Investments

  • Stockbroker
  • Commodities Trader
  • Investment Banker
  • Portfolio Manager

Corporate Finance

  • Chief Financial Officer
  • Controller/Treasurer
  • Financial Analyst
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Advice from Finance Majors

Johnny Komppa - May 2022 Graduate, Finance & Economics Major

"Prioritize getting to know both your professors and peers outside of the classroom. Oftentimes this results in meaningful friendships or relationships that could benefit your career in the future. Always take the opportunity to have a conversation with somebody who has been in your shoes."

Benjamin Hendel – May 2022 Graduate, Finance Major

"Be vulnerable to your classmates and teachers by asking a lot of questions. Everyone shares different perspectives, and you will learn a lot from each other once you make the effort. Prioritize gaining experience through internships and jobs during your four years. You will learn so much, and it will make you stand out when applying for jobs after graduation."

Rachel Rendall – May 2023 (expected) Graduate, Risk, Insurance, and Financial Planning Major

“Get involved as much as you can! Anything from joining business clubs or simply going to your professors' office hours can help you make some of the best connections with likeminded students and faculty. You may even find yourself acting as an executive member of a club and gaining valuable friendships and experience in the process!”

Emily Otto – May 2022 Graduate, Finance Major

"Visit your academic advisor, go to office hours, and utilize tutoring resources. There are so many opportunities available to help you succeed, take advantage of them! Also, you don't have to be perfect but always try your best. In the end, you'll make yourself very proud!"