Program Overview
East Stroudsburg University's Bachelor of Science in Finance equips students with a comprehensive understanding of financial principles, investment analysis, and risk management. The program includes 51 credits of coursework, an internship, and prepares students for industry certifications and entry-level positions in finance. Graduates are eligible to sit for FINRA Series 63 and 7 exams and are well-prepared for careers in commercial banking, investment banking, financial planning, and other areas of the financial industry.
Program Outline
Degree Overview:
East Stroudsburg University (ESU) offers a Bachelor of Science (B.S.) in Finance, designed to equip students with the knowledge and skills necessary for careers in the financial industry. The program provides a comprehensive understanding of corporate finance, investment analysis, international financial management, derivatives, fixed-income securities, and ethical and managerial decision-making. Students will also gain proficiency in data analysis, preparing them for the evolving needs of the industry. The B.S. Finance requires the completion of 51 credits, including 30 credits of business core classes, 18 credits of finance classes, and an internship. Upon completing the program, students will be eligible to sit for the Series 63 and Series 7 exams administered by the Financial Industry Regulatory Authority (FINRA), which are often required for entry-level positions in finance. Additionally, students will be prepared for board certification examinations in Chartered Financial Analysis (CFA), Certified Financial Planner (CFP), Certified Financial Technician (CFT), and Financial Risk Manager (FRM).
Outline:
The B.S. Finance program at ESU consists of the following modules:
- Corporate Finance
- Overview of corporate finance principles
- Raising capital through debt and equity
- Capital budgeting and investment analysis
- Managing financial risk
- Investment Analysis
- Types of investments and markets
- Security valuation and portfolio management
- Risk and return analysis
- Financial statement analysis
- International Financial Management
- Foreign exchange markets and risk management
- International trade and investment
- Currency hedging and derivatives
- Derivatives
- Types of derivatives (e.g., options, futures, swaps)
- Derivative pricing and valuation
- Managing risk with derivatives
- Fixed-Income Securities
- Types of fixed-income securities (e.g., bonds, notes, bills)
- Bond valuation and yield analysis
Careers:
Graduates of the B.S. Finance program at ESU can pursue careers in various areas of the financial industry, including:
- Commercial banking
- Investment banking
- Financial planning
- Risk management
- Corporate finance
- Consulting
