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Finance Minor

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Emerge well-equipped to make informed decisions and drive financial success in diverse professional settings.

The Finance minor offers students a comprehensive exploration of the fundamental principles and practices essential for navigating the dynamic world of finance.

From analyzing financial statements to evaluating investment opportunities, students develop critical skills that are highly sought after in today's competitive job market.

Unique class topics in the Finance minor:

  • Investments I: Learn theories and techniques for analyzing investment opportunities, covering topics such as portfolio management, risk assessment, and asset valuation.
  • Financial Institutions and Markets: Explore the role and functions of financial institutions and markets in the global economy, examining banking operations, regulatory frameworks, and financial intermediation.
  • International Finance: Examine the principles and practices of financial management in an international context, addressing topics such as foreign exchange markets, multinational capital budgeting, and global risk management.
  • Advanced Business Finance: Analyze corporate financial decision-making, including capital structure optimization, mergers and acquisitions, and corporate restructuring.
  • Seminar in Financial Management: Gain experience integrating and applying financial theories and concepts to real-world business scenarios, culminating in comprehensive financial analysis and strategic decision-making.



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