Selection of one additional course should be guided by students' professional goals. At least 50 percent of the total hours required for the baccalaureate degree must be taken in subjects other than business and economics. It is strongly recommended that FINA 395 be taken during the second semester of the junior year. The course subjects listed below are recommended as suitable for many finance majors. The most suitable choices are dependent on each student's particular background, aptitudes, and career goals.
Additional recommendations are available on request from the finance area faculty adviser.
This minor is suggested for students with an interest in finance who have good analytical skills. Students must have a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.00, consent of the Department of Finance, and a grade of C or better in the following courses. Most interns receive monetary compensation from the employer. These internships are designed for finance majors with junior standing. Satisfactory completion of the finance core, FINA 395, and consent of the department internship coordinator are required for admission to an internship.