Department of Finance, Real Estate, and Decision Sciences (F.R.E.D.S)
Finance is the study of the acquisition, distribution, and flow of funds. Finance professionals analyze capital markets in relation to risk and time factors to make decisions about saving money, lending money and investing money.
Financial professionals may work with individuals (personal finance), businesses (corporate finance) and within government agencies (public finance). Financial service job opportunities exist in banking, real estate, and insurance. Managerial finance and investment career opportunities include capital budgeting, credit management, portfolio management and personal financial planning. Finance majors may choose to become a Certified Financial Planner (CFP). Also, available is an emphasis in real estate.
| Requirements | Hours |
| Orientation | 1-2 |
| Basic Skills | 12 |
| General Education | 12 |
| Advanced Standing | 22 |
| College Requirements | 6 |
| Business Core | 27 |
| Finance Major | 24 |
| Open Electives | 19-20 |
| TOTAL HOURS REQUIRED | 124 |