B.S. in Finance

Program Objectives

The Bachelor of Science in Finance degree program provides a broad overview of the functional areas of business with an emphasis in finance. The Bachelor of Science in Finance degree program focuses on managerial finance,risk management, financial markets, financial planning, estate planning, and taxation concepts. Prepares students to plan and manage the financial interests and growth of individuals and institutions. The finance curriculum prepares students for careers in financial management and financial planning. Graduates will leave with the following skills and abilities.

• A functional business knowledge of financial concepts and principles.
• Strategic management problem solving skills applicable to financial management.
• The ability to apply key analytical concepts and methods as decision tools to solve financial problems.
• The ability to explain and apply key concepts in investment analysis and portfolio management.
• A knowledge of financial institutions and regulatory entities and their functions.
• A basic understanding of retirement planning, insurance, financial markets and institutions.

With a bachelor’s in finance, students will leave Faulkner University prepared to pursue further education or begin a successful career in business. The experience, knowledge, and skill sets imparted by this program are the foundation for many opportunities the world has to offer. Also, a Faulkner University education in finance will not only prepare students for work in the financial sector but the noteworthy liberal arts component and Christian perspective will ready students for the world at large.