Finance (B.S.)

Program Overview

A major in finance trains students to apply financial principles and create financial models to formulate solutions to case studies and current events in both personal and corporate finance. This program focuses on practical application using state-of-the-art techniques that will uniquely prepare and equip students to be effective leaders in the field of finance.

Program Learning Outcomes

Graduates from Messiah’s Finance program can:

1. Develop frameworks for evaluating at least 3 – 5 competing investment alternatives based on where each fits within the risk-return continuum
2. Apply financial theory to formulate potential solutions to case studies and current events in both personal and corporate finance
3. Prepare and present executive-quality presentations on financial matters using modern software applications that are used by professionals in the corporate world
4. Use Microsoft Excel to manipulate financial data and make calculations accurately and efficiently.
5. Develop a comprehensive corporate financial analysis report.
6. Articulate their awareness of their self-identity and vocational calling.
7. Articulate the importance of Christian principles, ethics, personal and company values, and socially responsible business practices.

Major Requirements

Complete the following for your major:

Three credits from the following:

Three to four credits from the following:

QuEST Requirements