Program Details
Total tuition for this degree program may vary depending on your educational needs, existing experience, and other factors.
Estimate your costs, potential savings and graduation date.Learn the fundamentals of the finance industry and gain a better understanding of financial investing, international finance, capital planning and financial analysis. AIU’s Bachelor of Business Administration with a specialization in Finance can help prepare you for a career in the finance industry.
We can help you learn how to:
- Assess and solve issues in a business environment by applying the principles of finance and accounting.
- Implement quantitative tools to analyze contemporary business functions and practices.
- Recognize the connection between finance concepts and their use in the global markets.
- Use current operations and marketing management practices and principles to increase efficiency and productivity.
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Degree Requirements
General Education
| ECON220 | Microeconomics | 4.5 |
| ECON224 | Macroeconomics | 4.5 |
| ENGL106 | English Composition I | 4.5 |
| ENGL107 | English Composition II | 4.5 |
| MATH125 | General College Mathematics | 4.5 |
| UNIV103 | Academic and Professional Success | 4.5 |
| UNIV106 | Technology and Information Literacy | 4.5 |
| UNIV109 | Interpersonal Communication | 4.5 |
| General Education Elective (1 Course) | 4.5 | |
| Humanities (2 Courses) | 9 | |
| Natural Sciences (2 Courses) | 9 | |
| Total Credit Hours: | 58.5 |
Core
| ACCT205 | Principles of Accounting I | 4.5 |
| ACCT310 | Managerial Accounting | 4.5 |
| BUSN105 | Introduction to Business | 4.5 |
| BUSN311 | Quantitative Methods and Analysis | 4.5 |
| BUSN150 | Legal and Ethical Environment of Business | 4.5 |
| FINA310 | Financial Management | 4.5 |
| MGMT305 | Management Information Systems | 4.5 |
| MGMT310 | Management and Leadership of Organizations | 4.5 |
| MGMT315 | Survey of Human Resource Management | 4.5 |
| MGMT499 | Program Capstone | 4.5 |
| MKTG205 | Principles of Marketing | 4.5 |
| Total Credit Hours: | 49.5 |
General Electives
A combination of 11 electives dependent on Program
| Total Credit Hours: | 49.5 |
General Business Administration Track
In lieu of a Specialization, select 5 Business Electives from any of the Specializations below| Total Credit Hours: | 22.5 |
Finance
| FINA315 | Financial Instruments | 4.5 |
| FINA330 | Asset and Debt Management | 4.5 |
| FINA412 | Risk Management | 4.5 |
| FINA425 | Budgeting | 4.5 |
| FINA435 | Financial Analysis | 4.5 |
Total Credit Hours: 180
AIU's Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA), with all its specializations, is programmatically accredited by the Accreditation Council for Business Schools and Programs (ACBSP).
Your classes may include:
Financial Instruments
The course will examine each of the securities markets, the instruments available in these markets and putting the different investments into perspective. The course will introduce the students to the characteristics of the major investors and the terminology used in the securities markets.
Capital Planning
This course focuses on financial management techniques related to capital expenditure and investment decision making. Topics include short-term and strategic implications of capital expenditure decisions, developing an integrated approach to capital expenditure decision-making process on sound concepts and their managerial implications.
Budgeting
This course will provide fundamental understanding of budgeting, budgeting process and includes a practical guide for preparing financial budgets.
Funds Acquisition
This course examines the alternatives available to management in acquiring funds and related costs and risks. Topics include matching projects with funds acquired, assessing risk of projects with funds, and developing strategies on acquiring funds.
Asset and Debt Management
The course will examine details of managing client's assets including allocation, selection and management in a tax and estate in efficient manner.
Investment
This course focuses on securities and securities markets. Topics include analysis of various categories of corporate securities, public securities, and other investments, types of risks and taxes that affect investment policy timing, selection and investment values.
Still not sure which specialization is right for you?
If you want to enhance your business management and leadership skills consider these specializations:
From grants to military service to transfer credit, see the variety of opportunities available to save time and money on your degree at AIU.
- Scholarships & Grants - AIU offers a number of institutional scholarships and grants that can help eligible students offset the program cost and help reduce out of pocket costs
- Reduced Military Tuition Rate – AIU Online offers a 45% tuition reduction to active military undergraduate students and a 20% tuition reduction to active military graduate students, including members of the Reserves and National Guard
- Transfer Credit – AIU’s transfer-friendly credit policy lets you transfer in up to 75% of the qualifying credits needed toward your degree
- Prior Learning Credit – You can receive credits for past college courses, qualifying military service, or eligible work experience
For more information, review the AIU guides below:
- Financial Aid Guide: Our guide to financial aid can answer your initial questions and help you prepare to apply for financial aid
- Scholarships and Grants Guide: Learn about the scholarships and grants offered by AIU along with details about eligibility
- Transfer Credit Guide: This guide explores how to transfer your credits from other schools—and earn college credit for your eligible past work and qualifying military experience
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Program Outline
Learn the fundamentals of the finance industry and gain a better understanding of financial investing, international finance, capital planning and financial analysis. AIU’s Bachelor of Business Administration with a specialization in Finance can help prepare you for a career in the finance industry.
We can help you learn how to:
- Assess and solve issues in a business environment by applying the principles of finance and accounting.
- Implement quantitative tools to analyze contemporary business functions and practices.
- Recognize the connection between finance concepts and their use in the global markets.
- Use current operations and marketing management practices and principles to increase efficiency and productivity.
Download program detail PDF
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Courses
Degree Requirements
General Education
ECON220 Microeconomics 4.5 ECON224 Macroeconomics 4.5 ENGL106 English Composition I 4.5 ENGL107 English Composition II 4.5 MATH125 General College Mathematics 4.5 UNIV103 Academic and Professional Success 4.5 UNIV106 Technology and Information Literacy 4.5 UNIV109 Interpersonal Communication 4.5 General Education Elective (1 Course) 4.5 Humanities (2 Courses) 9 Natural Sciences (2 Courses) 9 Total Credit Hours: 58.5 Core
ACCT205 Principles of Accounting I 4.5 ACCT310 Managerial Accounting 4.5 BUSN105 Introduction to Business 4.5 BUSN311 Quantitative Methods and Analysis 4.5 BUSN150 Legal and Ethical Environment of Business 4.5 FINA310 Financial Management 4.5 MGMT305 Management Information Systems 4.5 MGMT310 Management and Leadership of Organizations 4.5 MGMT315 Survey of Human Resource Management 4.5 MGMT499 Program Capstone 4.5 MKTG205 Principles of Marketing 4.5 Total Credit Hours: 49.5 General Electives
A combination of 11 electives dependent on Program
Students enrolled in the Fashion Marketing Specialization Option are required to take: FASH 212, Historical and Contextual Studies, in place of HUMA 215 Topics in Cultural Studies; and FASH 209, Fashion Cycle, in place of one General Elective.Total Credit Hours: 49.5 General Business Administration Track
In lieu of a Specialization, select 5 Business Electives from any of the Specializations belowTotal Credit Hours: 22.5 Finance
FINA315 Financial Instruments 4.5 FINA330 Asset and Debt Management 4.5 FINA412 Risk Management 4.5 FINA425 Budgeting 4.5 FINA435 Financial Analysis 4.5 Total Credit Hours : 180
AIU's Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA), with all its specializations, is programmatically accredited by the Accreditation Council for Business Schools and Programs (ACBSP).
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Classes Overview
Your classes may include:
Financial Instruments
The course will examine each of the securities markets, the instruments available in these markets and putting the different investments into perspective. The course will introduce the students to the characteristics of the major investors and the terminology used in the securities markets.
Capital Planning
This course focuses on financial management techniques related to capital expenditure and investment decision making. Topics include short-term and strategic implications of capital expenditure decisions, developing an integrated approach to capital expenditure decision-making process on sound concepts and their managerial implications.
Budgeting
This course will provide fundamental understanding of budgeting, budgeting process and includes a practical guide for preparing financial budgets.
Funds Acquisition
This course examines the alternatives available to management in acquiring funds and related costs and risks. Topics include matching projects with funds acquired, assessing risk of projects with funds, and developing strategies on acquiring funds.
Asset and Debt Management
The course will examine details of managing client's assets including allocation, selection and management in a tax and estate in efficient manner.
Investment
This course focuses on securities and securities markets. Topics include analysis of various categories of corporate securities, public securities, and other investments, types of risks and taxes that affect investment policy timing, selection and investment values.
Still not sure which specialization is right for you?
If you want to enhance your business management and leadership skills consider these specializations:
-
Tuition and Fees
Total tuition for this degree program may vary depending on your educational needs, existing experience, and other factors.
-
Ways to Save
From grants to military service to transfer credit, see the variety of opportunities available to save time and money on your degree at AIU.
- Scholarships & Grants - AIU offers a number of institutional scholarships and grants that can help eligible students offset the program cost and help reduce out of pocket costs
- Reduced Military Tuition Rate – AIU Online offers a 45% tuition reduction to active military undergraduate students and a 20% tuition reduction to active military graduate students, including members of the Reserves and National Guard
- Transfer Credit – AIU’s transfer-friendly credit policy lets you transfer in up to 75% of the qualifying credits needed toward your degree
- Prior Learning Credit – You can receive credits for past college courses, qualifying military service, or eligible work experience
For more information, review the AIU guides below:
- Financial Aid Guide: Our guide to financial aid can answer your initial questions and help you prepare to apply for financial aid
- Scholarships and Grants Guide: Learn about the scholarships and grants offered by AIU along with details about eligibility
- Transfer Credit Guide: This guide explores how to transfer your credits from other schools—and earn college credit for your eligible past work and qualifying military experience
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Given the fact that all of the rates reflected below are based on historical data and were subject to varying levels of audit and re-interpretation, students should not rely on them as an implicit or explicit representation or promise of future outcomes or employability following completion of a program of study. Indeed, there are numerous factors that affect a student's ability to graduate and secure employment over which we have little or no control. Therefore, our school cannot and does not guarantee or estimate the likelihood of on-time completion, graduation, or employment for any student.
Date Submitted: 12/2017
The program rate shown corresponds to the Business Administration (BBA) program.
Classes Start July 4, 2018