Today, more than ever before, individuals and institutions alike have money on their minds, and need finance professionals to help them make sound business decisions.

Fundamentally, working in finance is about managing money. In an economic landscape that can fluctuate by the minute, finance professionals with a solid understanding of how money is raised and invested, and who can make smart and ethical decisions, are in high demand. Emmanuel's Finance major provides you with a well-rounded foundation in financial accounting, money and financial markets, personal finance, corporate finance, portfolio management, investments and financial management.

Outcomes & Outlook

100%

of Class of 2023 finance graduates were employed by one year after graduation
Emmanuel College Outcomes Survey, 2024

$129K

is the mean annual wage for financial and investment analysts in the Boston area
Bureau of Labor Statistics, 2024

#2

Boston is the metro areas with the second highest employment level in financial and investment analysts
Bureau of Labor Statistics, 2024

#1

Best city for finance workers to live in (Boston)
Yahoo! Finance, 2024

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School of Business & Management Opens Finance & Analytics Lab

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The Curriculum

View the 2024-2025 Academic Catalog to find course titles, numbers and descriptions.

Requirements for B.S. in Finance

  • MGMT1101 Introduction to Business
  • ACCT1201 Financial Accounting (QA) (QR) 
  • ACCT 2201 Managerial Accounting
  • ECON1101 Principles of Microeconomics (SA) (SS)
  • ECON1103 Principles of Macroeconomics (SA) (SS)
  • MATH1121 Applied Mathematics for Management (QA) (QR)
  • MATH1118 Introduction to Statistics with R (QA) (QR)
  • ECON3101/FINAN3101 International Economy
  • ECON3103/FINAN3103 International Economics and Finance 
  • ECON3105/FINAN3105 Money and Financial Markets
  • FINAN3356 Applied Corporate Finance
  • FINAN3496 Finance Internship
  • FINAN4366 Advanced Behavioral Finance

Electives (choose 3 of the following, of which two must be above the 3000 level)

  • MGMT2111 Personal Finance
  • ECON2203/ FINAN2203 Economic Development (SA) (SS)
  • MGMT2310 Business Analytics 
  • MGMT3105 Investments
  • ECON3109/FINAN3109 Public Finance
  • ECON3115 Economics and the Environment
  • FINAN3303 Financial Modeling 
  • ECON3346/FINAN3346 Applied Forecasting
  • FINAN3366 Portfolio Management
  • ECON3376/FINAN3376 Econometric Theory and Practice

Corporate Finance Concentration

  • MGMT3105 Investments 
  • FINAN4303 Financial Modeling 
  • ACCT2206 Cost Accounting
  • ECON3376/FINAN3376 Econometric Theory and Practice
  • MGMT2310 Business Analytics

Financial Planning Concentration

  • ECON3346/FINAN3346 Applied Forecasting
  • MGMT2111 Personal Finance 
  • FINAN3366 Portfolio Management 
  • ECON3109/FINAN3109 Public Finance

Sustainable Finance Concentration 

  • MGMT3105 Investments 
  • FINAN3366 Portfolio Management 
  • ECON3115 Economics and the Environment 
  • ECON2203/FINAN2203 Economic Development (SA) (SS)

View the 2024-2025 Academic Catalog to find course titles, numbers and descriptions.

  1. ACCT1201 Financial Accounting (QA) (QR)
  2. ECON1103 Principles of Macroeconomics (SA) (SS) 
  3. ECON3105/FINAN3105 Money and Financial Markets
  4. FINAN3356 Applied Corporate Finance
  5. Choose one elective from:
    FINAN3366 Portfolio Management
    MGMT2111 Personal Finance (QA)(QR) 
    MGMT3105 Investments

Note:All ACCT, ECON, FINAN, MGMT and MKTG majors must complete MATH 1118 (Statistics with R) as a part of their major requirements. Students from other majors may need to complete this additional class in order to complete the minor

At the completion of the Finance major, students will:

1. Demonstrate critical thinking using financial analysis, quantitative reasoning, and problem-solving skills.

2. Communicate effectively: in written, oral and graphical formats, using concepts and analytical tools.

3. Develop lifelong learning skills, including how to locate and use primary data, how to understand and evaluate current events and new ideas.

Specific learning goals for the Corporate Finance concentration include:

4. Develop an understanding of ethical and professional standards in the field of Finance.

5. Master quantitative methods that enable students to analyze and model financial data.

6. Assess the impact of the larger economic environment on financial decision-making.

7. Utilize financial reporting to analyze the financial health of a company.

8. Assess the use of financial instruments including equity investments, fixed income and derivatives.

Specific learning goals for the Financial Planning concentration include:

4. Develop the ability to assess individual financial status and needs.

5. Manage financial risk and evaluate insurance.

6. Evaluate individual benefits, investments and taxes.

7. Develop strategies for retirement, estate and education planning.

8. Evaluate risks associated with business ownership and succession planning.

Specific learning goals for the Sustainable Finance concentration include:

4. Describe, understand, and discuss current developments and trends in the area of sustainable finance

5. Distinguish between different types of sustainable finance products and relevant eligibility criteria

6. Discuss opportunities, challenges, and enabling conditions for countries to benefit from growing sustainable investment opportunities

What can I do with a degree in finance?

A major in finance can prepare you for a variety of careers in the finance industry. Here are some common career paths for finance majors:

  • Investment Banking: Investment bankers advise companies on mergers and acquisitions, as well as raising capital through public offerings or private placements. They work for large financial institutions, such as Goldman Sachs or JPMorgan.
  • Corporate Finance: Corporate finance professionals work within a company to manage its financial resources, including budgeting, forecasting, and capital allocation. They may work as financial analysts, treasurers, or CFOs.
  • Financial Planning and Analysis: Financial analysts are responsible for analyzing financial data and providing insights and recommendations to decision-makers. They may also be involved in forecasting, budgeting, and financial modeling.
  • Asset Management: Asset managers manage investments on behalf of clients, such as pension funds or wealthy individuals. They may specialize in a particular asset class, such as equities, bonds, or real estate.
  • Risk Management: Risk managers identify and manage risks within a company or financial institution. They may work in insurance companies, banks, or other financial services firms.
  • Financial Consulting: Financial consultants advise clients on a range of financial issues, including investments, taxes, and retirement planning.

Overall, a major in finance can provide you with the skills and knowledge needed to succeed in a variety of careers in the finance industry. The finance industry is dynamic and constantly changing, and a finance major can be a solid foundation for a long and rewarding career.

Finance graduates are highly sought after in various industries due to their specialized knowledge and skills. Here are some of the most in-demand skills for finance graduates:

  • Financial Analysis: The ability to analyze financial statements, understand financial ratios, and assess the financial health of a company. This includes proficiency in tools like Excel and financial modeling software.
  • Accounting: Understanding accounting principles, practices, and standards (such as GAAP or IFRS). Knowledge of bookkeeping, financial reporting, and tax regulations is also important.
  • Investment Analysis: Skills in evaluating investment opportunities, performing risk assessments, and understanding portfolio management. This includes knowledge of stocks, bonds, real estate, and other investment vehicles.
  • Data Analysis: The ability to collect, analyze, and interpret large datasets to make informed financial decisions. Proficiency with data analysis tools and software like SQL, Python, R, and Excel is highly valuable.
  • Financial Modeling: Creating and using financial models to forecast future financial performance, assess investment opportunities, and support decision-making processes.
  • Risk Management: Identifying, assessing, and managing financial risks. This includes understanding credit risk, market risk, operational risk, and the use of risk management tools and techniques.
  • Corporate Finance: Knowledge of corporate finance principles, including capital structure, capital budgeting, mergers and acquisitions, and working capital management.
  • Communication Skills: The ability to clearly communicate complex financial information to both technical and non-technical audiences. Strong written and verbal communication skills are essential.
  • Attention to Detail: High accuracy and attention to detail are crucial in finance roles to ensure the correctness of financial reports and analyses.
  • Ethical Judgment and Integrity: Understanding and adhering to ethical standards and regulatory requirements in the finance industry.
  • Problem-Solving Skills: The ability to identify financial problems, develop solutions, and implement effective strategies to resolve them.
  • Quantitative Skills: Strong mathematical and statistical skills are necessary for financial analysis, modeling, and risk assessment.
  • Technology Proficiency: Familiarity with financial software and systems such as Bloomberg, Reuters, QuickBooks, SAP, and other ERP systems.
  • Interpersonal Skills: The ability to work effectively with colleagues, clients, and stakeholders. Building and maintaining professional relationships is crucial in finance.
  • Project Management: Managing finance-related projects, including budgeting, planning, execution, and reporting.
  • Adaptability: The ability to adapt to changing financial markets, regulations, and technologies. Staying updated with industry trends and developments is important.
  • Regulatory Knowledge: Understanding of financial regulations, compliance requirements, and the ability to navigate complex regulatory environments.

These skills make finance graduates versatile and capable of pursuing various career paths in banking, investment management, corporate finance, financial planning, and other related fields.

Where Essential Values and Skills Meet the Real World

Where Essential Values and Skills Meet the Real World

Along with areas of knowledge and major requirements, you will cultivate essential values in the classroom and complete two courses in each area:

  • Social Justice (SJ): Develop knowledge, skills, values and motivation to participate beneficially in activities of personal and public concern.
  • Diversity & Multiculturalism (DM): Understand the complexity of identity the historical truths of different cultural perspectives to address bias and examine contemporary social issues. 

One hundred percent of Emmanuel students complete an internship as part of the core curriculum. In a city as dynamic as Boston, your options are bound only by the limits of your curiosity.

Students from the School of Business & Management intern at all Big 4 accounting agencies, major financial institutions such as Morgan Stanley and Bank of America, and creative agencies and cultural organizations such as Hill Holliday and the Boston Symphony Orchestra.

In all majors, the Capstone Experience involves completing a significant piece of work that requires the integration and application of learning from multiple courses.

For students in the School of Business & Management, capstone courses blend theory and practice, with experiences ranging from live case consulting, research and analysis on current industry topics, the assessment of company performance and strategy and thesis presentations.

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