AFNS - Financial Services

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Financial Services Undergraduate Bachelor of Science in Business Administration

Program Title

Financial Services

College/School

Dunklau School of Business

Program Type

Undergraduate Major

Degree Designation

Bachelor of Science in Business Administration

Program Level

Undergraduate

Program Overview

The Financial Services major is designed to prepare students for careers in securities, banking, insurance, real estate, and financial planning. Financial Services majors will learn about financial markets and how to apply management, communication, and marketing skills to the financial services industry. The Financial Services major prepares students for a career in helping people, businesses, and organizations with complex financial issues. As part of the Financial Services major, students will prepare for and take the FINRA Securities Industry Essentials (SIE) exam.

A School of Business Major:
1) Demonstrates the ability to identify challenges, opportunities, and problems, evaluate from multiple perspective, and suggest relevant and value-adding solutions.
2) Demonstrates an appreciation for individual and group diversity and demonstrate inclusive and ethical practices; strong interpersonal leadership skills that promote teamwork and collaboration across cultures, subcultures, and personalities; and an understanding of cross-cultural and international business concepts.
3) Knows and effectively uses business principles agilely and skillfully; demonstrates knowledge of business terminology and concepts; and analyzes and interprets data when making business decisions.
4) Expertly articulates ideas in written, verbal, and digital forms; be able to communicate well with all levels within an organization; presents and persuades with the right information and accurate audience consideration.