Finance, Bachelor of Science
Program Purpose
The Bachelor of Science degree program in Finance is designed to prepare students for careers in: finance, both at the corporate and small business level; financial planning; stock brokerage firms; and financial institutions. The program focuses on providing the student with both practical and theoretical training in the field of finance.
Program Competencies
- The student will demonstrate oral and written communication skills, presenting financial research, analyses, and recommendations clearly and professionally, while collaborating with teams and stakeholders across financial contexts.
- The student will demonstrate leadership qualities through mentorship, experiential learning, and self-reflection, applying these skills to influence and lead within professional financial environments, promoting ethical practices and sound decision-making.
- The student will apply critical thinking, analytical skills, and adaptability to evaluate financial information, formulating appropriate decisions and recommendations that address real-world financial challenges across various financial institutions.
- The student will demonstrate advanced research skills, data analysis, and proficiency in digital tools, utilizing these to effectively communicate financial information and navigate the complexities of global financial markets.
- The student will apply ethical principles and a global perspective into financial practices, demonstrating personal integrity and professional responsibility within diverse and dynamic financial environments.
Program of Study
Course offerings focus on skills and competencies that enhance students’ knowledge of finance. The program provides a balanced array of course work in finance at the junior and senior levels. Students also have opportunities to pursue internships in various areas of finance. In addition, the general education requirements provide a well-rounded academic foundation.
Wilmington University students benefit from the training and experience of finance professionals who serve as faculty. The classroom atmosphere is conducive to information sharing, creative thinking, and the exploration of areas of personal interest.
Cooperative Learning Experiences
Cooperative learning experiences (co-op) are available in the Finance program for FIN 101 Financial Literacy and FIN 302 Financial Planning. Depending on the co-op experience available and the student’s course completion schedule, other courses such as BBM 301 Organizational Behavior may also be completed as co-ops. Elective courses may also be structured as co-ops. Each co-op experience is expected to last for two consecutive semesters and earn the student six credits toward their 120-credit degree.
Experiential Learning
Experiential Learning at Wilmington University takes a 360° approach to applied education. Whether you bring significant professional experience and pursue Credit for Prior Learning (CPL), or you complete a Work-Integrated Learning (WIL) experience such as an internship or cooperative education placement embedded within your academic program, these opportunities provide meaningful pathways toward completing your degree.
Minimum Grade Policy
The College of Business and Technology sets a required minimum grade of "C-" for program core courses. Students earning a grade lower than "C-" in a core course must repeat the course.
Curriculum - General Education Requirements (39 credits)
English Composition (12 credits)
Humanities (6 credits)
| VFP 313 | Aesthetics of Film | 3 |
| DSN 110 | Fundamentals of Drawing | 3 |
| TEC 215 | Basic Photography | 3 |
| COM 245 | Writing for the Media | 3 |
| Culinary Arts Elective | 3 |
| Drama Elective | 3 |
| Ethnic Studies Elective | 3 |
| Fine Arts Elective | 3 |
| Foreign Language Elective | 3 |
| History Elective | 3 |
HUM
| Humanities Elective | 3 |
| Literature Elective | 3 |
| Music Elective | 3 |
| Philosophy Elective | 3 |
| Religion Elective | 3 |
Social Science (6 credits)
Mathematics (3 credits)
| MAT 205 | Introductory Survey of Mathematics | 3 |
Natural Science (3 or 4 Credits)
| Natural Science Elective | 3 or 4 credits |
Computer Operations (3 credits)
| CTA 326 | Integrating Excel into Business Problem Solving | 3 |
Critical Analysis (3 credits)
| PHI 100 | Introduction to Critical Thinking | 3 |
Citizenship (3 credits)
Business Core (30 credits)
BBM 301: available as a co-op
FIN 305: Upper Level finance (FIN) courses are not offered every semester. Students should plan ahead by completing all pre-requisites as soon as possible in order to take the junior and senior level finance courses when they are offered.
Finance Program Core (33 credits)
FIN 302, FIN 410: Upper Level finance (FIN) courses are not offered every semester. Students should plan ahead by completing all pre-requisites as soon as possible in order to take the junior and senior level finance courses when they are offered.
FIN 306: FIN 305 is the Prerequisite to FIN 306, with the exception of the Organizational Management program, which has the Prerequisite of FIN 300.
Select one of the following two courses:
| BBM 411 | Operations and Systems Management | 3 |
| HRM 311 | Human Resource Management | 3 |
Select two of the following four courses:
FIN 411, FIN 412: Upper Level finance (FIN) courses are not offered every semester. Students should plan ahead by completing all pre-requisites as soon as possible in order to take the junior and senior level finance courses when they are offered.
Business Electives (6 credits)
Suggested electives:
BAC 201 Intermediate Accounting I
BAC 301 Cost Accounting I
| Business Elective | 3 |
| Business Elective | 3 |
Certain courses may be available as a co-op
Free Electives (12 credits)
| Free Elective | 3 |
| Free Elective | 3 |
| Free Elective | 3 |
| Free Elective | 3 |
Students with less than 16 transfer credits are required to take
FYE 101 as one of their electives.
Finance with a Concentration in Nonprofit Management
The nonprofit industry is one of the fastest growing employers. The industry is seeking out marketers, HR professionals, and managers with an interest in strategic planning within the nonprofit industry. This nonprofit concentration will focus on the following content areas: Introduction to nonprofits, fiscal management, advocacy and public policy, and one specific identified nonprofit course in the student’s program. There are four core courses in the concentration and one specific program course or an internship. Two of the courses are shared between the College of Social and Behavioral Sciences and the College of Business and Technology. This is a concentration for bachelor’s degrees in Business Management, Finance, Marketing, and Human Resource Management.
Core requirements (12 credits)
| NFP 303 | Foundations of Fiscal Management for Nonprofit | 3 |
| NFP 304 | Advocacy and Public Policy | 3 |
| NFP 305 | Introduction to Nonprofit Management | 3 |
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| NFP 308 | Grant Writing for Nonprofits | 3 |
| OR | |
| BBM 381 | Introduction to Social Entrepreneurship | 3 |
Program specific requirements (3 credits)
Students can choose ONE of the following 3 courses:
| HRM 361 | HRM in Public and Nonprofit Organizations | 3 |
| NFP 307 | Fundraising for Nonprofits | 3 |
| SPM 309 | Sport and Athletics Fundraising | 3 |
Students may substitute any program specific course for an alternate NFP course of their choosing or an internship.
Total concentration courses are five courses equaling 15 credits.
Finance Completion Degree
What is a Completion Degree?
A completion degree is a personalized version of a bachelor's degree created exclusively for students who have completed an associate degree at an accredited institution. Completion degrees are available for most Wilmington University Bachelor of Science degrees. A student who expects to transfer a completed associate's degree should communicate with a Wilmington University academic advisor before registering for courses. A transcript with documentation of the conferred degree must be received by Wilmington University to confirm eligibility.
Curriculum
Transfer students who hold an associate degree from a partner institution are required to take the following Finance courses.
The College of Business and Technology sets a required minimum grade of "C-" for program core courses. Students earning a grade lower than "C-" in a core course must repeat the course.
Business Finance Program Core Courses
| BLA 303 | Legal and Ethical Environment of Business | 3 |
| FIN 302 | Financial Planning | 3 |
| FIN 306 | Corporate Finance | 3 |
| FIN 308 | Financial Economics and Instruments | 3 |
| FIN 399 | Bad Finance: Greed & Fear | 3 |
| FIN 410 | Financial Reporting and Analysis | 3 |
Choose one of the following two courses:
| BBM 411 | Operations and Systems Management | 3 |
| HRM 311 | Human Resource Management | 3 |
Select two of the following four courses:
FIN 411, FIN 412: Upper Level finance (FIN) courses are not offered every semester. Students should plan ahead by completing all pre-requisites as soon as possible in order to take the junior and senior level finance courses when they are offered.
Completion Degree Required Courses