Asbury University’s Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) in Finance degree program is designed to educate and prepare future finance professionals to execute sound business and financial strategies in a variety of industries.
Now more than ever, corporations, individuals, community and government organizations and small businesses seek educated employees who can grow business while addressing uncertainty and risk.
Become someone who wields wisdom and influence in a field that touches all aspects of society, ethically interpreting finance concepts and performing transactions for the betterment of individuals and the world at large with Asbury’s undergraduate finance major program.
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You may be wondering, what do finance majors learn? At Asbury, being a finance major is an exciting experience, with coursework and faculty mentorship preparing you for understanding and building financial health in all aspects of business and society.
In core courses, supported by electives and project opportunities, you’ll learn about business development, economics, corporate finance, international finance organizational management, marketing, risk management, accounting, investment strategies and statistics.
Requirements for the undergraduate finance degree program include:
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Finance majors complete a balance of theoretical and practical courses in a myriad of areas. You’ll learn how to reason based on data and interpersonal well-being and how to develop client relationship management strategies.
Courses you may take include:
After college, Asbury finance majors are well-equipped in the principles of strategic business management and financial decision-making, opening a wide range of opportunities to further the financial goals of organizations and individuals.
The finance degree program is designed to prepare students to secure entry-level employment in a wide array of business and financial sectors, including:
The courses, capstone projects and internship opportunities integrated into the undergraduate finance program ensure students can succeed early in their careers and gain experience for further career advancement. Adapt to new industries, pivot to consulting or private financial planning and pursue advanced professions all with Asbury’s finance major as a starting point.
With the special inclusion of business concepts including marketing, operations and entrepreneurship, Asbury’s bachelor’s in finance degree program uncovers the skill sets for many advanced finance and business professions and for graduate and professional education programs.
Some roles, such as Certified Financial Planner (CFP), require specialized credentials, exams and further professional education. No matter what your first post-finance major job will be, feel confident in your ability to apply to and complete further education or training, including:
Bachelor’s in finance students may have the opportunity to obtain an advanced standing Master of Business Administration (MBA) degree in as quickly as one year after undergraduate graduation.
The Asbury +1 MBA degree program accepts students with a 3.0 GPA or higher after completion of at least 90 undergraduate credits, allowing students to begin taking up to 25% of their master’s-level courses at no additional cost and enter the field with an advanced business degree and more academic credit as needed for professional certifications.
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Students preparing for unlimited career options in financial planning and investment management need to gain both creativity and communication skills in order to succeed in their data-driven field. Asbury offers a well-rounded and skills-focused education that allows students to develop the multiple and interconnected abilities that lead to success in several industries after college.
Begin a long-term career where you’ll expertly crunch the numbers, understand how financial statements and domestic and global markets function and think outside of the box to best allocate and manage capital on behalf of your client or employers in industries ranging from nonprofit community service to media to international business.
Students in the undergraduate finance degree program may complete an optional internship, applying what they have learned in a real-world environment and helping to manage the capital of actual clients. The Office of Career and Calling will assist you in finding the right internship opportunity for your career goals in finance or business.
Various on-campus groups and events promote students’ social entrepreneurship skills and investment knowledge. The Asbury Marketplace Summit and the Student Business Competitions such as the Nest Pitch Competition are popular happenings where students including finance majors can compete for cash prizes and honor their entrepreneurial spirit.
Get hands-on experience in using various tools to simulate real situations you will encounter in your future career. Develop analytical skills and critical thinking capabilities to translate simulated data into real-world solutions.
Industry-trained professionals, as your faculty, expand your knowledge of the digital tools and systems used in finance careers and beyond.
From service and travel opportunities to robust mental health and social support on campus, Asbury University’s many resources are available to shepherd you through academic or personal challenges and joys and expose you to developmental experiences and lifelong connections.
The Dayton School of Business trains students to make a positive difference in the world by offering multiple undergraduate degrees tailorable to your personal and professional aspirations.
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At Asbury, we pride ourselves on providing ample resources to make the admissions and financial aid process as seamless as possible. Our first-year students receive financial aid from a variety of sources, including federal aid, private scholarships and more. Plus, our dedicated counselors and personalized Asbury Checklist ensure that you have the support you need to succeed.
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The Bachelor of Arts in Finance degree program at Asbury University empowers students interested in the world of finance to pursue careers or graduate or professional education in this dynamic and rewarding field.
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