B.B.A. in Finance
Overview
This degree provide a well-structured and timely curriculum that will prepare students to be effective financial managers in all areas of business and finance, including both domestic and global areas. Our graduates are well-equipped to enter into a variety of areas associated with the insurance and real estate industries, as well as governmental and other not-for-profit areas where financial professionals are in demand. Our department strives to provide the necessary skill set for students who wish to further their education in Graduate School or Law School.
Accreditations
- The Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB)
- Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC)
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Estimated Completion
120 credit hours (4 years)
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Plan your Future
Entry-level corporate finance positions include:
- Financial Analyst
- Cash Management Advisor
- Credit Analyst
- Capital Budgeting Management
Positions in the financial service and investments areas include:
- Bank Manager
- Loan/Trust Officer
- Financial Planner
- Stock Analyst and Trader
Our program offers a variety of hands-on experience through study abroad and student organizations, such as:
- Delta Mu Delta
- The Financial Management Association (FMA)
- The Institute of Management Accountants (IMA)
- The Tarleton Economics Society
Career Services offers students a wide variety of professional development opportunities that can translate into careers. A few of these programs include:
- Handshake
- Job fairs
- Mock interviews
- Resume clinic
- Texan Shadow
And much more!
Coursework Highlights
| Class | Number | Class Name |
|---|---|---|
| FINC | 3302 | Financial Intermediaries |
| FINC | 4300 | Advanced Financial Management |
| FINC | 4302 | Real Estate Finance |
| ACCT | 3302 | Cost Accounting |
| ACCT | 4301 | Financial Accounting |
| ACCT | 4305 | Federal Tax Accounting |
| ECON | 3305 | Economics of Financial Markets |
| BUSI | 1307 | Personal Finance |
For more information on courses, please refer to the university catalog.
Consider a concentration in Corporate Finance or Financial Planning to tailor your program to your career goals.
Facilities and Features
This lab is located in the Business Building, and is an excellent resource that provide tutoring for all Accounting, Economics, and Finance courses. Drop in or make an appointment to get assistance or have our graduate assistants work with your study group.
This organization is designed for Finance and Economics students, and strives to encourage them to recognize both academic and professional excellence in all finance related fields.
Studying abroad is a great opportunity for students to expand their knowledge. both culturally and intellectually. Students who decide to participate in any study abroad program not only will gain course credit, they will gain a rewarding and culturally enriching learning experience.