Finance is the analysis and valuation of assets. These assets could be capital equipment and real estate holdings of a major manufacturer, stocks for an investment portfolio, or mortgage loans. Students take courses covering corporate finance, risk management, international finance, equity and investments, and other topics to learn the fundamentals of managing money, stocks, bonds, and markets for individuals, institutions, organizations, or other entities.
When it comes to finance careers, you will be prepared for several career paths. Options include financial analyst, investment banker, stockbroker, credit analyst, securities trader, or international financial manager.
Below is a snapshot of the entry-level incomes for students graduating with a finance concentration:
$55,100*Finance Analyst
$73,400*Financial Manager
$41,790*Stock Broker
To earn an Indiana University Bachelor of Science in Business with an finance concentration, you will complete 120 credit hours of coursework. Most courses are 3 credit hours each but some vary. Of the total credit hours for the finance concentration, 36 come from general education courses, 39 from core business courses, 27 are elective credit hours, and 18 are from upper level finance courses.
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