Finance

BACHELOR OF SCIENCE

Money and time — how we handle these expresses our core values. Beyond traditional finance curriculum, CBU students grapple with how to manage both money and time in a God-honoring way. The finance program also helps students improve their interpersonal communication skills, gain proficiency in required technology and strengthen their value systems. Any industry, all over the world, need these skillsets and traits to evaluate and develop solutions for new financial challenges facing our society.

Concentrations
Corporate Accounting Finance Concentration
Financial Planning Concentration

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Why study finance at CBU?

Become prepared for various finance roles
The finance program equips students for opportunities in corporate finance, insurance/risk management, banking or wealth management. Students taking the financial planning concentration meet the educational requirements to sit for the Certified Financial Planner (CFP) exam. These students are also poised to pursue the Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) designation.

Supplement your finance education with extracurriculars
Each spring we endeavor to take students to some type of investing conference. Students also have the opportunity to participate in the CBU Investment Group, a student-managed investment fund, where students are challenged to create a portfolio that produces returns and matches CBU core values.

Financial Analysis and Forecasting

FIN 405

This course covers a more in-depth analysis of financial statements and the integration of financial forecasting based on interpreting financial data and performance.

Investments

FIN 415

This course provides an overview of investment principles and practices with an emphasis on financial markets and pricing models.

Risk Management

FIN 430

This course focuses on identifying risk factors and developing appropriate strategies to mitigate those factors.

Student Learning

Evidence of Student Learning

Graduates will combine financial principles to support financial decision-making in a God-honoring way.
Graduates will design financial risk analysis strategies to support financial decision-making.
Graduates will maximize knowledge of financial markets and institutions and adapt to the role they play in shaping financial decisions.

Take the next step toward living your purpose

As you make decisions about college, keep in mind the full social, spiritual and educational experience awaiting you at CBU. Here, you will be supported by professors, staff and fellow students who will help you discover your strengths and challenge you to do more than you ever thought you could. Let us equip you with the education, training and opportunities you'll need to start making a unique difference doing what you love.

Apply today! When you complete and submit your application to CBU, a friendly and knowledgeable admissions counselor will guide you through the admissions process and all the necessary steps to become a Lancer.

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Career Opportunities

Financial Analyst
Bank Manager
Insurance Underwriter
Loan Officer
Personal Financial Advisor
Corporate Finance Director

*Some career opportunities may require further education

75

Units

2

Concentrations

2017

Year the Program Began

Student Testimonials

"I hope to build an empire with my degree, and this program is teaching me how to become a master with money. The professors are all wonderful and I have had a lot of deep talks with them."
Alexander Sorrells, 2020

"I have always been a fan of numbers and got interested in finance because of how it is applicable in everyday life and it is essential to be successful. I hope to be a financial advisor and be able to make people more comfortable with their finances. I have enjoyed taking classes at CBU because of the professors. They are all so caring and genuinely want what is best for us."
Erica Wang, 2019

"I chose the finance major because I wanted to pursue practical knowledge for business, and so far, I've been learning extremely practical Excel skills. With my degree, I hope to develop my own business and multiple streams of income. I've learned how to grow in all aspects of my life."
Taylor Jaskot, 2018

Meet Some of Our Faculty

Adele Harrison

Professor of Finance

Finance is intriguing because it is more future-oriented, it helps individuals and businesses reach dreams. However, finances easily trip people up. Desire to work in finance was cemented with my first job at a local credit union. My next career steps were commercial banking followed by teaching and consulting.

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Adele Harrison

Professor of Finance

Finance is intriguing because it is more future-oriented, it helps individuals and businesses reach dreams. However, finances easily trip people up. Desire to work in finance was cemented with my first job at a local credit union. My next career steps were commercial banking followed by teaching and consulting.

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