Bachelor of Science in Business Administration - Finance 48 months Undergraduate Programme By Northern Arizona University |TopUniversities

Bachelor of Science in Business Administration - Finance

Programme Duration

48 monthsProgramme duration

Starting Month

Jan-2000Starting Month

Programme overview

Main Subject

Business and Management Studies

Degree

Other

Study Level

Undergraduate

Virtually every business needs someone with specialized financial knowledge. This degree provides the theoretical background and quantitative tools for financial analysis, strategic planning, capital budgeting, management of working capital, sources of capital, assessment of risk, and valuation of securities, assets, and firms. This degree also provides training in advanced computer technology, data acquisition, and spreadsheet modeling. Careers: Corporate financial managers raise necessary capital for their firms and allocate it profitably; they also perform financial analysis, planning and budgeting to position their firms to be competitive in a global market. Investment professionals design securities and help sell them to investors; they also analyze securities for investors and help build portfolios. Banking professionals provide critical business services like credit analyses and loans, checking accounts, wire transfers, and credit card processing. By pursuing a degree in finance, you will develop the analytical, technical, and interpersonal skills needed in these professions. Here, you will experience small classes, dedicated faculty, and a strong emphasis on hands-on experience. You will have access to advanced computer technology, including spreadsheet modeling and data acquisition. You also will study the theory and practice of financial decision-making and analysis, and develop critical oral and written communication skills. Career opportunities that might be pursued: Financial analyst Credit management Investment banking Portfolio management Personal financial planning Capital budgeting analyst With further education, one of these paths is possible: Actuary Valuation/Appraiser Certified Financial Analyst (CFA) Corporate treasurer Stockbroker Financial planner Loan officer Portfolio manager

Programme overview

Main Subject

Business and Management Studies

Degree

Other

Study Level

Undergraduate

Virtually every business needs someone with specialized financial knowledge. This degree provides the theoretical background and quantitative tools for financial analysis, strategic planning, capital budgeting, management of working capital, sources of capital, assessment of risk, and valuation of securities, assets, and firms. This degree also provides training in advanced computer technology, data acquisition, and spreadsheet modeling. Careers: Corporate financial managers raise necessary capital for their firms and allocate it profitably; they also perform financial analysis, planning and budgeting to position their firms to be competitive in a global market. Investment professionals design securities and help sell them to investors; they also analyze securities for investors and help build portfolios. Banking professionals provide critical business services like credit analyses and loans, checking accounts, wire transfers, and credit card processing. By pursuing a degree in finance, you will develop the analytical, technical, and interpersonal skills needed in these professions. Here, you will experience small classes, dedicated faculty, and a strong emphasis on hands-on experience. You will have access to advanced computer technology, including spreadsheet modeling and data acquisition. You also will study the theory and practice of financial decision-making and analysis, and develop critical oral and written communication skills. Career opportunities that might be pursued: Financial analyst Credit management Investment banking Portfolio management Personal financial planning Capital budgeting analyst With further education, one of these paths is possible: Actuary Valuation/Appraiser Certified Financial Analyst (CFA) Corporate treasurer Stockbroker Financial planner Loan officer Portfolio manager

Admission Requirements

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Applicants must have a high school and secondary education or post-secondary education in a country; minimum of a 2.5 grade point average (GPA) for first-year; Students are required to have TOEFL score of 525 on paper based. ACT English Sub Score: 21 or higher; SAT Verbal Score: 510 or higher.

4 Years
Jan-2000

Tuition fees

Domestic
0 USD
International
0 USD

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