Compare 81 Bachelors of Science in Finance

The BSc (Hons) Accounting and Finance with Foundation Year is aimed at students who have an interest in developing knowledge and understanding of the key aspects of accounting and finance, and in particular, who are looking to pursue a professional career in accounting and finance. It seeks to give students a learning experience that allows them to develop proficiencies that create effective accounting professionals in today’s changing business environment. The curriculum and learning and teaching strategy are complemented by guest lectures and ‘live’ workshops to promote independent learning and increasing their employability skills for the future. This knowledge and skills will be further developed and expanded in the years following successful completion of the Foundation Year.... [-]

The BSc (Hons) in Accounting and Finance will equip students to work as finance professionals, specializing in corporate finance and related areas like equity analysis, derivatives trading or foreign exchange dealing. It will also develop their confidence and transferable skills in areas that are sought by employers, such as communications, problem-solving, critical thinking, and professional development.... [-]

The primary objective of the School of Business is to prepare students for successful and rewarding careers in traditional business occupations establishing a strong foundation for management and executive roles and responsibilities. The School of Business offers five degrees (all Bachelor of Arts): accounting, finance, international business, management, and marketing. These programs reflect a belief that professionals require technical and leadership skills that are balanced with the perspective, critical thinking, and communication skills produced by a combined business and liberal arts education.

This major requires the development of a specific plan and input from a financial advisor.... [-]

Actuarial Science is the study of risk, usually risk associated with insurance, pension, and investment plans. Actuarial Science uses techniques from mathematics, statistics, business, economics, and finance. The Bachelor of Science with a Major in Actuarial Science prepares students to write the early exams required to become an Actuary. Actuaries are in demand as professionals who develop solutions for complex financial issues. Actuaries have excellent career opportunities following graduation as well as excellent co-op work opportunities during their studies. Read more about what actuaries' do, job prospects, and salaries on our departmental website.

The Major in Actuarial Science requires a total of 120 semester hours of credit, as described below:... [-]

You excel in and enjoy mathematics, especially modelling and probability. You love asking “What if?”.

The skills you gain on the Actuarial Science undergraduate course will kickstart your actuarial career. You can also enter careers in risk management, investment management or financial analysis.

If you enjoy mathematics, statistics, probability and economics you will find this course ideal. For the duration of your degree, you’ll delve deeper into these core subjects, as well as stochastic models, finance and financial reporting, business and, naturally, actuarial science itself. You’ll also produce a self-researched final-year project on an area that interests you and reflects your ambitions.... [-]

The Actuarial Science program at the University of Central Oklahoma is the only such program in the state of Oklahoma. The course of study was originally designed by Actuaries at American Fidelity Assurance Co. in Oklahoma City. The focus of the degree program is to give students a strong analytical background in the areas of mathematics and statistics as well as the actuarial specific topics such as theory of interest and mathematics of life contingencies.

What is an actuary? An actuary is a business professional who analyzes the financial consequences of risk. Actuaries use mathematics, statistics, and financial theory to study uncertain future events, especially those of concern to insurance and pension programs. Actuaries may work for insurance companies, consulting firms, government, employee benefits departments of large corporations, hospitals, banks and investment firms, or, more generally, in businesses that need to manage financial risk. A career as an actuary is better described as a "business" career with a mathematical basis than as a "technical" mathematical career. More general information about actuaries may be found at www.beanactuary.org.... [-]

The program in finance, a broad area directed toward the financial elements of business organizations and government units, focuses on investments, corporate finance, financial institutions and international finance. Courses in these areas prepare students for careers in business finance, investment analysis and financial institutions.

Degree: Bachelor of Science in Banking & Finance (Awarded by the University of London)

Duration: 3 years (full-time)

The programme has been developed by academics at The London School of Economics and Political Science (LSE), regarded as an international centre of academic excellence and innovation in the social sciences to provide a thorough understanding of the ways in which financial intermediaries and institutions operate, and the structure and functioning of financial markets

Aim to excel in a career in accountancy, consulting, commercial or investment banking, trading and sales or in risk management

Wish to pursue accreditation from professional bodies including: Ifs School of Finance (the provider of choice to most of the UK’s leading financial services organizations), ACCA (Association of Chartered Certified Accountants), ICPAS (Institute of Certified Public Accountants of Singapore).... [-]

The economic health of any organization relies on its ability to protect itself from fraud. With threats increasing, employers are looking to hire problem-solvers who are well-versed in fraud detection and prevention. This minor enhances your marketability in all industries by learning about this new and growing field of fraud.

Private and public organizations will lose money every year and employees may also lose jobs and/or benefits due to fraud. Because fraud affects the economic well-being and sustainability of our private and public sectors organizations need people versed in fraud in order to secure the economic assets from losses due to man-made or natural disasters. Organizations need people who can prevent employees or vendors or customers from stealing assets, engaging in corruption schemes, and from engaging in transactions that create conflicts of interest. Organizations also need employees skilled in recognizing corporate espionage, terrorism financing and information security breaches. This minor will be of great benefit to any majors including but not limited to: business majors, resort recreation and hospitality management majors, safety majors, sport management majors, criminology and criminal justice majors and cybersecurity computer majors.... [-]

Our BSc Accounting and Finance degree is designed for students who are interested in pursuing a career in accountancy, finance or business, including those students going on to obtain professional accounting qualifications. A key benefit of this degree is that once you graduate you may be able to gain exemptions from certain professional accountancy exams, depending on the modules you studied and the marks you attained.

The programme itself gives you an understanding of the legal, business and social environments in which accountancy operates and enables you to be conversant in the technical languages and practices of the accounting sector in a market economy. These include measurement and disclosure in financial statements, managerial accounting, auditing, taxation, business law, and corporate finance.... [-]

Finance majors at Northwest focus on four areas: financial services, financial computing, corporate finance, and finance management.

The BSc (Hons) in Banking & Finance draws upon the many years of experience held by The London Institute of Banking & Finance in educating professionals in banking as well as our unrivaled understanding of the financial services industry, supported by a strong group of academics with first-hand knowledge and industry experience.

The London Institute of Banking & Finance has made employability a cornerstone of all our programmes and is focused on producing graduates that have the critical combination of knowledge, practical skills and understanding that can be applied in the professional world. The BSc (Hons) in Banking & Finance crucially reflects what employers tell us they are looking for from potential recruits.... [-]

The Finance degree (FNAN) prepares students for professional careers by providing a solid foundation in the principles necessary to make operating decisions for an organization and in the financial market analysis. We educate our finance majors to understand, evaluate, and manage risk. In addition, students learn to conduct and effectively present financial analysis and research valuing complex projects, assets, securities, and firms. Finance majors explore the relationships among investors, firms, financial institutions, markets, and regulators. Students majoring in Finance have a unique opportunity to compete globally, as well as regionally, for unique and diverse job opportunities, including government (U.S. Treasury and the Board of Governors), large financial corporations (Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac), international organizations (World Bank and IMF), and other careers related to Finance.... [-]

The field of financial planning is experiencing substantial growth. The public's need for professional financial advice has been increasing drastically due to the changes in demographics and financial regulation. Take a look at the personal financial planning program at the John L. Grove College of Business, Shippensburg University, where you’ll gain the knowledge of valuation of securities, insurance, estate and retirement planning, and employee benefits.

Registered and certified by the Certified Financial Planner Board (or CFP Board), this program will help you gain a strong foundation in financial planning. As a personal financial planning student at Shippensburg University, you will learn interviewing and analytical skills to help you become financially savvy for your future career. Upon successful completion of the recommended coursework, you will be eligible to sit for the CFPexam.... [-]

During the first three semester of your BSc you will take core modules which will give you a great foundation for your business degree and introduce you to a variety of topics. You will have the choice to take the core modules either completely in English or German through our "English core track" or "German core track".

During your second semester you will then decide what subject you would like to specialise in. You will have the choice between seven specialisations: Auditing and Consulting, Banking and Finance, Digital Business, General Management, International Management, Management, Philosophy & Economics, Marketing. Your specialisation modules will start in the 3rd Semester and go through the whole 4th semester. All specialisation modules are taught exclusively in English.... [-]