The program’s curriculum focuses on the development of critical thinking and decision-making
abilities to prepare students for the challenges they will face in a wide variety
of careers. The major requirements feature courses from the disciplines of accounting,
finance and economics. Courses include Introduction to Income Taxation, Financial
Statement Analysis, and Monetary and International Economics. In addition to the major
requirements, the curriculum includes the university’s liberal studies requirement,
the business core required of all business students, and general electives. All students
complete a required internship in which they gain hands-on experience in the field
of finance. Students often find internship opportunities with area banks and other
financial institutions at WCU’s annual Financial Services Career Fair.
Where You'll Go
The public, private and government sectors have long been an employer for finance
graduates. Many graduates find work in banks, credit unions, stock brokerage firms,
insurance companies, financial planning firms, government agencies, and educational
institutions, while others are self-employed. According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor
Statistics, personal financial advisor occupations are expected to grow at the rate
of 27 percent between 2012 and 2022—much faster than average. An aging population
and an increase in life expectancy are thought to be tied to the increase in demand
for financial planning services.
Considering a career in finance? The Ìð¹ÏÊÓƵapp Finance Program prepares
students for success as retail bank managers, loan officers, creditors and other financial
service occupations. Expert faculty members teach and develop the program’s dynamic
curriculum with an emphasis on excellence with a personal touch. Thanks to the carefully
designed curriculum, students can choose from residential concentrations in Banking
Finance or Corporate Finance. Students completing the Financial Planning concentration
are eligible to sit for the CFP certification from the Financial Planning Board®.
Learn more by visiting the College of Business and explore all available programs.
Degree Options
School
College of Business, Department of Finance
Location
Cullowhee Campus - Residential Program
Length
Typically completed alongside a major; flexibile pacing
Time to Complete:
Varies based on major and course sequencing
Credits:
18 total credit hours
App Deadline:
No separate application; declare the minor through academic advising
School
College of Business, Department of Finance
Location
Cullowhee Campus - Residential Program
Length
Full and Part-Time
Time to Complete:
4 Year Average
Credits:
120 Credit Hours
App Deadline:
Admission via general WCU undergraduate enrollment; then consult an academic adviser
to declare Finance major and select a concentration
More Ìð¹ÏÊÓƵapp Our B.S.B.A. in Finance
WCU’s B.S.B.A. in Finance provides students with a comprehensive education in financial
management, investment, and corporate finance. Offered as a residential program on
the Cullowhee campus, the degree includes concentrations in Banking Finance, General
Finance, and Personal Financial Planning.
Students gain practical skills, professional experience, and industry knowledge, with
opportunities to prepare for certifications like the Certified Financial Planner®
exam, equipping them for careers in banking, investment, corporate finance, and financial
planning.
The program emphasizes ethical practice, analytical thinking, and professional readiness.
Through experiential learning, students acquire skills to excel in both corporate
and personal financial sectors.
The B.S.B.A. in Finance at WCU prepares students for careers in banking, corporate
finance, investment management, and financial planning. With concentrations in Banking
Finance, General Finance, and Personal Financial Planning.
Students engage in hands-on learning with local financial institutions such as Macon
Bank, Home Trust Bank, and the State Employees Credit Union. Internships prepare students
for competitive finance careers and reinforce classroom learning.
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