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        Major in Finance

        Bachelor of Science in Business Administration, Finance Major 

        Become a graduate from the Harbert College of Business with a BSBA degree with a major in finance, and you will become a part of a professional workforce that is involved in the allocation of financial resources within the private and public sectors.

        At the Harbert College of Business, you will become familiar with the institutions, theory, and practice involved with finance, including areas of corporate finance, financial institution, financial markets, and investments. 

        Whether your goal takes you to local institutions or as far as Wall Street, the Harbert College of Business is here to prepare you for your career in finance.

        Why choose Finance at the Harbert College of Business?

        Internships

        More than 200 students completed internships in 20 states in 2019. These internships give students the valuable opportunity to learn about finance in practice and enhance their career prospects.

        Placement Rate

        For three years, the program has achieved a 100% junior internship placement rate and a 100% senior employment rate for Financial Management Association Honor Society members.

        Where We Work

        Our students work for Fortune 500 companies and investment banks all over the world: New York City, Atlanta, Birmingham, Nashville, Dallas-Ft. Worth, Charlotte, Ireland, and Amsterdam.

        Industry Engagement

        The Harbert College of Business finance students strengthen analytical skill sets through internships with companies across 20 states and case competitions.

         

        Program Overview

        Required Finance Courses

        • FINC 3010: Professional Development in Finance
        • FINC 3610: Principles of Business Finance
        • FINC 3630: Advanced Business Finance
        • FINC 3640: Investments
        • FINC 3700: Financial Markets & Institutions
        • FINC 3750: Financial Modeling


        Required FINC Electives

        • At least 2 electives 3000-5000
        • At least 2 electives 4000-5000


        View the Finance Major Curriculum Model

        View the required courses for the finance major by semester and begin building your plan of study now.  Academic advising is here to help you stay on track with your graduation goals.


         

        Electives by Career Interests

        Below are recommended finance electives based on career interests. These recommendations are non‐binding and these career interests do not appear on a transcript, diploma, or university curriculum. Students only need to meet the degree requirements and do not need to complete any particular group of electives to graduate. Be sure to check prerequisites. Other electives may be offered and if you are working fulltime in a paid finance role, you may be able to get internship credit with FINC 4920 (restrictions apply).

        • Corporate Finance
          Recommended electives: Plus choose ONE of these:
          FINC 4630: Financial Strategy FINC 4630: Financial Strategy
          FINC 4650: Financial Statement Analysis FINC 5510: Multinational Financial Management
          FINC 5670: Mergers, Acquisitions, and Restructuring FINC 5680: Financial Engineering

           

        • Investment Banking/Private Equity
          Recommended electives: Plus choose ONE of these:
          FINC 4650: Financial Statement Analysis FINC 4700: Management of Financial Institutions
          FINC 4660: Security Analysis FINC 5510: Multinational Financial Management
          FINC 5670: Mergers, Acquisitions, and Restructuring FINC 5680: Financial Engineering
        • Financial Institutions/Banking
          Recommended electives: Plus choose ONE of these:
          FINC 4410: Fixed Income FINC 3250: Principles of Real Estate
          FINC 4700: Management of Financial Institutions FINC 5510: Multinational Financial Management
          FINC 4720: Financial Sector Regulation and Supervision FINC 4650: Financial Statement Analysis



        • Financial Planning and Advising
          Recommended electives: Plus choose ONE of these:
          FINC 3200: Risk and Insurance FINC 3620: Small Business Finance
          FINC 3250: Principles of Real Estate FINC 4410: Fixed Income
          FINC 4700: Management of Financial Institutions FINC 5260: Real Estate Investment
        • Wealth and Asset Management
          Recommended electives: Plus choose ONE of these:
          FINC 4650: Financial Statement Analysis FINC 4410: Fixed Income
          FINC 4660: Security Analysis FINC 5260: Real Estate Investment
          FINC 3250: Principles of Real Estate FINC 5680: Financial Engineering
        • Real Estate
          Recommended electives: Plus choose ONE of these:
          FINC 3250: Principles of Real Estate FINC 4970: Special Topics (Sustainable Real Estate)
          FINC 5250: Real Estate Finance FINC 4410: Fixed Income
          FINC 5260: Real Estate Investment FINC 4700: Management of Financial Institutions

        Tuition & Financial Support

        Find out how much it costs to earn your degree and how financial assistance can help.

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        Finance Internships

        The Harbert College of Business offers you the opportunity to boost your résumé and career prospects through finance internships.

        Learn About Finance Internships

        Expert Educators

        See how our faculty’s research and experience can help you in your pursuit of a finance major.

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        Integrated Financial Leadership Program

        The Integrated Financial Leadership Program at the Auburn University Harbert College of Business is leading the way in producing some of the very best financial students in the world.The accomplishments of Auburn’s IFLP students include the extraordinary record of the university’s chapter of the Financial Management Association.

         

        Auburn Student Investment Fund (ASIF)

        Become part of an organization that will provide you with hands-on experience in portfolio management and investment research. ASIF gives you the opportunity to invest a portion of the Harbert College of Business’ endowment in equities, ETFs, and fixed-income securities.

        Learn more about ASIF

        Financial Management Association Honor Society

        Join a group that provides a support network for top students interested in careers in finance. You will get to represent the Harbert College of Business in leadership seminars, case competitions, corporate visits, and more.

        Learn more about FMA Honor Society

        Student Organizations

        Find your student professional organization at the Harbert College of Business. These honor societies, associations, and clubs enhance your educational experience and provide lifelong benefits in your chosen field.

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        Lee Colquitt

        Dr. Lee Colquitt

        Professor
        Interim Department Chair

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