Academic Programs and Services

Finance

The Finance curriculum leads to an Associate in Applied Science (A.A.S.) degree. This curriculum provides a strong business background with special focus on financial analysis. Completion of this curriculum will prepare students for positions as branch bank manager, consumer loan office manager, analyst, statistical assistant in a securities office or other positions in the banking, security, investment and loan business.

Student Learning Outcomes:
Upon completion of the Finance curriculum, the student will be able to:

• Demonstrate an understanding of the conceptual framework for why markets exist.
• Demonstrate an understanding of the role of federal regulation and financial institutions in the market.
• Consider and interpret risk in investments and examine the theory of portfolio construction and the efficient-markets theory.
• Communicate effectively with customers and other financial professionals orally and in writing.
  

Program Entry Requirements:
The program is open to interested students. However, new students are normally required to take the College’s placement tests at their time of entry. Students identified as needing developmental course work must satisfactorily complete the appropriate English and mathematics courses as a part of their degree program.

Program of Study and Graduation Requirements:
A minimum of 62 credits and a grade point average of 2.0 are required for graduation.

Download a printable degree description (PDF File) that includes a recommended course sequence grid.