Bachelor's in Finance

The finance degree program at UNCG helps students develop the analytical abilities and problem-solving skills needed for success in the business world. Emphasis is placed on understanding financial systems from both a market and managerial viewpoint. On campus and online options are available, with courses that explore topics like investments and business finance. You will gain a broad foundation in business, accounting and economics, as well as a greater understanding of underlying factors impacting the financial sector.

Finance degree Program Distinctions

• The Bryan School’s AACSB accreditation in business and accounting places it among the top 1 percent of business schools in the world.
• You can earn both a BS and an MS in accounting in approximately five years, putting you on a fast track to a Bryan School Master of Science in Accounting. 
• The program recently received an Assessment of Learning Award from the university.

The finance Student Experience

• The undergraduate finance degree program deals with the theory, organization, and operation of the financial system from both a market and a managerial viewpoint. You are expected to develop analytical abilities and to present your analyses in both written and oral form.
• Events such as Company Spotlights introduce you to the local business community and provide an overview of available internship and employment prospects.
• The Spartan Investment Club provides you with learning opportunities through various competitions and challenges and assistance in preparing for the Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) certification exam. Students also interact with professionals in the field of finance.
• There are a variety of other student clubs available, such as Alpha Kappa Psi, Beta Gamma Sigma, National Millennial Community, North Carolina Sales Institute, and THREADS.

The Finance Degree that Creates Finance Professionals 

UNCG’s Bryan School of Business and Economics B.S. in Finance degree is designed to develop you into a well-rounded finance professional, ready to compete for a diverse range of opportunities in the dynamic global business environment. Because finance is a critical multifunctional element in every business, the skills you’ll earn with your Bryan School B.S. in Finance degree will equip you for roles in almost any sector, whether it’s marketing, manufacturing, services, IT, healthcare, or more. You’ll develop advanced analytical and problem-solving skills, with an emphasis on understanding financial systems from both a market and managerial perspective, thanks to in-depth coursework on topics including business financing, accounting, fintech, financial markets, taxation, international finance, economics and sustainability, financial analysis and business valuation, financial institutions, microeconomics, and much more.

After Graduating with a bachelor’s degree in finance

Students gain an excellent foundation for careers in the industry. Our graduates are qualified for a wide range of entry-level, business-related positions and are prepared for further graduate-level studies in areas such as accounting, finance, law, and business administration.

Our finance graduates will know how to:

• Create forward-looking financial statements
• Analyze the financial condition of a company
• Implement the mathematical process and application of capital budgeting
• Apply the concepts of the time value of money (TVM), the characteristics of traditional financial securities, and the valuation of these securities

Some employers of our graduates include Truist, Wells Fargo, Bank of America, Koury Convention Center, and Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. Potential career paths for finance graduates span a variety of dynamic roles, including commercial lender, personal banker, financial planner, stock analyst, treasurer, credit analyst, and budget director. Want to see where our graduates are now? Explore the career paths of recent Bryan School alumni and discover where they’ve secured positions with leading organizations.

With the Accelerated Master’s Program (AMP), students can take their B.S. in Finance further by earning a Bryan School master’s degree in just one additional year. This program saves two years of graduate school and provides dual credit for bachelor’s and master’s coursework—no GRE or GMAT required. Options include the top-ranked Bryan School MBA, M.A. in Applied Economics, and M.S. in International Business, offering specialized expertise to advance your career.

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