Bachelor of Science in Business Administration (B.S.B.A.)

Finance

Program Highlights

Why Become a Finance Major at McNeese?

Effective money management and solid financial decision making are the keys to financial success at both individual and corporate levels. Our finance program is designed to prepare you for your chosen career path and to help you succeed! Finance coursework provides the foundation for several certifications such as Series 6, Series 7, Certified Financial Planner (CFP), and Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA). A Bachelor’s degree in Finance can lead to exciting careers such as commodities trader, investment banker, pension fund manager, portfolio manager, bank manager, corporate treasurer, actuary, lending officer, insurance agent, budget analyst, credit analyst, claim adjustor, and more!

Students can also earn a Certificate in Liquefied Natural Gas (LNG) Business within 120 credit hours.

An Entrepreneurship Minor is also available.

Earn a high return on your investment with a major in finance

Careers in finance are well paying and in high demand, especially in Southwest Louisiana. Pair this with McNeese’s low cost of attendance and potential program scholarships and financial aid, and you could earn back the amount of money you invest in college in just two to four years. You can also graduate prepared to work in local industry through the College of Business’ special Certificate in Liquefied Natural Gas (LNG) Business.

At a Glance

Degree Type: Bachelor of Science in Business Administration (B.S.B.A.)

Program Length: 4 years (120 credit hours)

Availability: in person

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Guided by an experienced advisory council comprising local industry leaders and McNeese alumni, the finance major helps meet challenges from globalization, technological advancements and conflicting values. These are just a few of the undergraduate program features:

Financial Aid and Scholarships:

More than $2 million dollars have been invested in the College of Business to create dozens of scholarship opportunities for undergraduate students, including those majoring in finance. Learn more from the Office of Financial Aid.

Excellence With a Personal Touch:

At McNeese, personal interaction with faculty and peers is enhanced by small classes with low student-to-faculty ratios one-on-one and academic and career advising. Finance majors also have access to student support services available on campus, including the Career and Student Development Center, the Mathlab Tutoring Center and the Write to Excellence Center.

Applied Learning:

The McNeese College of Business offers outstanding internship opportunities at the local, state, national and even international levels. Internships provide you with career-related experience prior to graduation and an opportunity to network, build professional references and serve as a springboard into full-time employment opportunities.
As an intern, you can also earn academic credit toward a degree while developing the skills and knowledge that provide a competitive advantage in the job market.

Experienced Faculty:

Active in their respective fields of expertise, faculty know what you need to prepare for a successful career in finance and can provide a variety of ways for you to learn in the classroom. You can also contribute to some of the extraordinary accomplishments happening in the finance program through directed research projects or independent studies.

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Finance Major Concentrations

General Finance

Learn the management of financial resources in business firms, including investment, valuation, capital budgeting, working capital management, capital structure and more.

General Finance Concentration

Financial Analysis

Focus on the advanced study of financial accounting disclosures combined with higher-level financial analysis.

Financial Analysis Concentration

Financial Services

A concentration in financial services prepares students for careers in the financial services industry by providing a comprehensive education in the products and services offered by financial institutions, as well as the regulations and technologies that shape the industry.

Financial Services Concentration

Careers and Opportunities

What Can You Do With a Major in Finance?

Careers in finance are well paying and in high demand, especially in Southwest Louisiana. With McNeese's affordable tuition rates, available scholarships and financial aid, you could earn back your investment in college in just two to four years.

Graduate Schools or Programs

Master of Business Administration
Master of Science in Business Analytics
Master of Science in Statistics

Potential Job Titles or Employer

Financial Analyst
Financial Manager
Commodity Trader
Corporate Treasurer
Investment Banker
Loan Officer Bank Manager
Pension Fund Manager
Portfolio Manager
Business Analyst
Insurance Agent

Student Activities

Participate in special events hosted by the College of Business, such as open houses and workforce readiness workshops. Or, join any of the student clubs on campus to develop leadership and professional skills and socialize with other undergraduate students majoring in finance. You may also be invited to join Beta Gamma Sigma, the business honor society associated with AACSB International.

Junior Achievement

Work with Junior Achievement to provide educational classes on financial literacy issues. McNeese offers a free personal finance class to high school students.

SEED Center

The Southwest Louisiana Entrepreneurial and Economic Development (SEED) Center on McNeese’s campus is a one-stop regional economic development facility and home to the student Business Pitch Competition, the McNeese Innovation Center and the Louisiana Small Business Development Center.