College of Business
Finance and Supply Chain Management
Bachelor of Science | Major
Bachelor of Science in Business Administration, Finance Specialization
Finance builds upon a core business foundation, focusing on decision-making in three interconnected areas: corporate finance, investments, and financial markets and institutions.
A Finance specialization provides you with theoretical foundations, in-depth knowledge, and skills related to managing and analyzing financial resources. It offers expertise in areas such as corporate finance, investment strategies, financial modeling, portfolio management, financial markets, and financial planning. Our program also enhances critical thinking, quantitative analysis, and decision-making skills, preparing you for careers in banking, investment, financial consulting, corporate finance, or government.
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Finance & Supply Chain Department
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What You'll Study
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Business Foundation Courses
- ACCT 251 - Financial Accounting
- ACCT 252 - Managerial Accounting
- BUS 102 - Business Computer Skills
- BUS 110 - Professional Development 1
- BUS 221 - Introductory Business Statistics
- OR MATH 211 - Statistical Concepts and Methods
- BUS 241 - Legal Environment of Business
- ECON 201 - Principles of Economics Micro
Select one from the following:
- ECON 130 - Foundations for Business Analytics
- MATH 130 - Finite Mathematics
- MATH 170 - Intuitive Calculus
Select one from the following:
- MATH 153 - Pre-Calculus Mathematics I
- MATH 154 - Pre-Calculus Mathematics II
- MATH 170 - Intuitive Calculus
- MATH 172 - Calculus I
- MATH 173 - Calculus II
Business Core Courses
- BUS 301 - Contemporary Approaches to Personal and Professional Development
- MGT 200 - Tactical Skills for Professionals
- BUS 310 - Professional Development 2
- COM 301 - Public Speaking for Business and Organizations
- ECON 202 - Principles of Economics Macro
- ENG 311 - Business Writing
- FIN 370 - Introductory Financial Management
- MGT 382 - Principles of Management
- MIS 320 - Business Process Analysis and Systems
- MIS 386 - Management Information Systems
- MKT 362 - Essential Marketing Concepts
- SCM 310 - Supply Chain Management
Finance Specialization Courses
- ECON 330 - Money and Banking
- FIN 470 - Corporate Finance
- FIN 475 - Investments
- ACCT 350 - Intermediate Accounting I
- ECON 332 - Public Finance
- ECON 352 - Managerial Economics
- FIN 375 - Wellington Investment Fund
- FIN 376 - Security Industry Essentials
- FIN 477 - International Finance
- FIN 478 - Financial Modeling and Analysis
- FIN 480 - Portfolio Analysis and Management
- FIN 490 - Finance Internship
- FIN 493 - Finance Boot Camp
- PFP 310 - Introduction to Financial Planning
College of Business Capstone
- BUS 489 - AACSB Assessment
- MGT 489 - Strategic Management
22 Award Opportunities
Our department takes scholarships seriously. Let us help connect you to over 22 different award opportunities.
High Starting Salaries
For top-tier finance jobs such as investment banking and financial consulting, salaries can start as high as $80,000 to $100,000.
Test Your Skills
One of your capstone courses will be an ACCSB assessment, testing your skills according to the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business standards.
Careers
Upon graduation, you can explore many careers such as: Financial Analyst Data Analyst Retail Banker Wealth Manager Financial Manager Financial Consultant Financial Planner or Advisor Insurance Underwriter
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Quality
Our Finance program is recognized by the CFA Institute, a global organization that sets and maintains standards for the investment industry. Our curriculum embeds at least 70% of the CFA® Program Candidate Body of Knowledge™ (CBOK) and provides ethics-based investment education to grow investment professionals.
World Application
We offer opportunities to work on real-world financial problems and financial portfolios, equipping you with skills that go beyond theory. Learn from a faculty of experienced professionals passionate about ensuring you gain relevant, practical skills.
Miss Courses
Work to prepare a stock analysis report of a public company in FIN475-Investments. Choose FIN 490 to boost your skills and network with an internship, providing valuable insights into the day-to-day life of a finance professional.
Why Study Finance and Supply Chain at Central?
- Our small class sizes allow for more personalized attention from faculty, creating a collaborative and supportive learning environment
- Through internships, case studies, projects, and access to industry-standard datasets, tools, and software, you’ll gain hands-on experience that prepares you for the job market
- CWU has strong connections with local, regional, and national employers and can help connect you with various companies in finance, banking, and corporate sectors
Solid Foundation
A specialization in Finance at CWU will be a well-rounded business degree with 41 required credits in foundational courses including basics like statistics, math, professional development, and marketing.