Bachelor of Science [B.S] [Finance] From Framingham State University

The Finance Major equates the students with financial analysis skills in asset valuation, capital budgeting, investment, portfolio and wealth management, as well as risk management. There are two concentrations in the major, general finance concentration and financial planning concentration, the latter of which will help students become Certified Financial Planner.

Graduates work in a variety of finance related jobs, ranging from banks, mutual funds company, insurance company and finance department of firms. For instance, some current alumni work in Commonwealth Planning Group, Edelman Financial, Merrill lynch Wealth Management and TD bank.

Course Prerequisites

Courses may have specified conditions for enrollment, such as prior completion of less advanced courses, permission of the instructor, or appropriate placement test scores. Students should refer to course descriptions in the department listings for prerequisite requirements.

Related Minors

Students are encouraged but not required to select a minor in another discipline that may enhance the students’ preparation for their individual employment or graduate school goals. Students should discuss these possibilities with their academic advisors.