Minor in Finance


The finance minor provides students in business, economics, accounting, and actuarial sciences with a grounding in key financial principles and practices.

A finance minor offers a solid foundation in financial principles and decision-making, enabling you to manage and allocate resources effectively. It equips you with valuable skills in corporate finance, investment analysis, and financial markets. This versatility enhances your prospects in business-related careers, improves your financial literacy, and empowers you to make informed financial decisions both personally and professionally.

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Finance & Supply Chain Department

Shaw-Smyser 413

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What You'll Study

Academic Catalog | Finance and Supply Chain Management Department Website

 

Courses


  • ECON 202 - Principles of Economics Macro 
  • ECON 330 - Money and Banking
  • FIN 370 - Introductory Financial Management
  • FIN 470 - Corporate Finance 
  • FIN 475 - Investments 

Personal Gain

Our Minor in Finance is not just a complement to any major, it is a path to mastering your personal finances and investments. Learn skills you can use to grow wealth in your own portfolio in courses like Financial Management and Principles of Economics.

Basic Understanding

The Finance Minor gives an overview of how money is managed and invested. It involves understanding the processes of acquiring, allocating, and using funds efficiently in personal, corporate, and public settings. It also emphasizes the role of money in the economy and the importance of managing financial resources wisely.

Fully Accredited

The CWU School of Business is certified by the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (ACCSB), an internationally recognized nonprofit organization that independently reviews business schools across the globe.

Real-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.

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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

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