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A rewarding career in finance begins with the right foundation. Nova Southeastern University's (NSU's) Bachelor of Science (B.S.) in Business Administration with a major in Finance prepares you for today's data-driven, artificial intelligence (AI)-enabled financial landscape with hands-on learning in investments, financial analysis, portfolio management, and forecasting. Build the technical knowledge and business skills needed to succeed in banking, corporate finance, investment management, and other high-demand finance careers.
As a finance major in Nova Southeastern University's H. Wayne Huizenga College of Business and Entrepreneurship, you'll build expertise in investments, portfolio theory, financial management, forecasting, and global financial markets while developing a strong foundation in business administration. You'll also explore analytics and emerging technologies that support modern financial decision-making, preparing you for careers in finance or graduate study through our MBA graduate business program.
Business education helps you make sense of the world—and shape your own.
Kershen Huang, Ph.D. | Professor of Finance
Why Should You Major in Finance at NSU?
Why Should You Major in Finance at NSU?
Pursue a Career in Finance or Pursue an MBA
Finance professionals are in demand, with jobs expected to grow at a steady pace throughout the next several years.
A finance degree gives you a lot of flexibility in job location. You can find jobs in virtually any company or industry, since most companies and organizations need help managing budgets, investments, and other financial matters. Some of NSU’s finance graduates have gone on to pursue careers as financial advisors, financial analysts, wealth management advisors, financial representatives, financial planners, insurance agents and investment banking analysts. Others pursue the MBA with a major in Finance in order to take their career to the next level as directors and managers.
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Shark Destinations
You’ll find NSU finance alumni at companies like Merrill Lynch, Bank of America, Well Fargo, TD Bank and FM Capital Group.*
*Data provided by NSU’s Office of Career Development
During your undergraduate studies, you’ll have a number of hands-on opportunities to gain real world experience.
Case Competitions
Case competitions are one of our most popular opportunities for finance and other business majors. A case competition starts with a fictitious or real “problem.” Students then work individually or in teams to identify possible solutions and present them to a panel of judges. Each competition provides incentives for both the winners and participants, in addition to earning an ExEL unit credit.
Internships
In addition to case competitions, finance majors enjoy exclusive internships at companies like Morgan Stanley, DHL, Merrill Lynch, Volvo Financial Services, The Simon Group, Northwestern Mutual, A.W. Motors, William Douglas Property Management and Cassel Salpeter and Co.
You’ll also have access to our Corporate Speaker Series, workshops, and employer networking events, which bring you face-to-face with leading organizations and Fortune 500 executives.
Reserve your seat in one of NSU’s graduate or professional schools while you earn your bachelor’s degree. With NSU’s Dual Admission program, you don’t have to worry about competing with thousands of other students for a spot in a highly selective graduate program. This Premier Program gives you an opportunity to get a head start on your career, so you can start earning sooner.
Your NSU professors are dedicated to ensuring that you have a great academic experience. They regularly review the curriculum to make updates that give you an edge in today’s ever-changing world. As an NSU Finance major, some sample courses that you’ll be taking include Financial Management, International Finance, Monetary Theory & Policy and Securities Analysis.
Gain a competitive edge and be ready for your career faster. With the 3-year B.S.B.A. degree program, you’ll earn your degree one year sooner than in traditional 4-year degree programs. Students access immersive experiential learning opportunities and the top-tier business education NSU is known for—all in a condensed plan of study.
During your undergraduate studies, you’ll have a number of hands-on opportunities to gain real world experience.
Case Competitions
Case competitions are one of our most popular opportunities for finance and other business majors. A case competition starts with a fictitious or real “problem.” Students then work individually or in teams to identify possible solutions and present them to a panel of judges. Each competition provides incentives for both the winners and participants, in addition to earning an ExEL unit credit.
Internships
In addition to case competitions, finance majors enjoy exclusive internships at companies like Morgan Stanley, DHL, Merrill Lynch, Volvo Financial Services, The Simon Group, Northwestern Mutual, A.W. Motors, William Douglas Property Management and Cassel Salpeter and Co.
You’ll also have access to our Corporate Speaker Series, workshops, and employer networking events, which bring you face-to-face with leading organizations and Fortune 500 executives.
Reserve your seat in one of NSU’s graduate or professional schools while you earn your bachelor’s degree. With NSU’s Dual Admission program, you don’t have to worry about competing with thousands of other students for a spot in a highly selective graduate program. This Premier Program gives you an opportunity to get a head start on your career, so you can start earning sooner.
Your NSU professors are dedicated to ensuring that you have a great academic experience. They regularly review the curriculum to make updates that give you an edge in today’s ever-changing world. As an NSU Finance major, some sample courses that you’ll be taking include Financial Management, International Finance, Monetary Theory & Policy and Securities Analysis.
Gain a competitive edge and be ready for your career faster. With the 3-year B.S.B.A. degree program, you’ll earn your degree one year sooner than in traditional 4-year degree programs. Students access immersive experiential learning opportunities and the top-tier business education NSU is known for—all in a condensed plan of study.
