Finance BSBA

Degree Awarded: BS in Business Administration (BSBA)
Minimum Required Credits: 122.0
Co-op Option: Three Co-op, Two Co-op, One Co-op, No Co-op
Classification of Instructional Programs (CIP) code: 52.0304
Standard Occupational Classification (SOC) code: 11-3031

About the Program

Students majoring in Finance develop a strong foundation in how financial decisions are made within organizations and financial markets. Through the program, students learn core principles such as the time value of money, risk and return, valuation, and capital allocation. They build quantitative and analytical skills used to evaluate investments, forecast financial performance, assess business value, and analyze financial data. Students also develop competencies in problem solving, critical thinking, and professional judgment, enabling them to interpret financial information, communicate insights effectively, and make ethically grounded decisions in complex and uncertain environments.

Students learn finance through an applied, data-driven learning experience that emphasizes real-world decision making. Coursework integrates analytical tools, financial models, and market data to evaluate firms, securities, and financial institutions. Across the curriculum, students engage in hands-on activities such as valuation projects, investment analysis, forecasting exercises, and case-based problem solving. Many courses emphasize experiential learning through industry guest speakers, team-based work, technology-enabled analysis, and practical applications that mirror professional finance roles. This approach allows students to connect financial theory with practice while building confidence using the tools employed in the industry.

Graduates of the finance major are well prepared for careers in corporate finance, private equity, investment banking, financial planning, wealth management, consulting, and related fields. The program also provides strong preparation for professional credentials such as the Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA®) designation and the Certified Financial Planner (CFP®) certification. Students interested in graduate study benefit from the program’s analytical rigor and emphasis on valuation, markets, and financial decision-making.

The finance major is strengthened by Drexel’s experiential learning model, which enables students to apply classroom learning in professional settings. Combined with faculty expertise and a curriculum designed to evolve alongside changes in financial markets, students graduate with both technical proficiency and practical insight. This integration of theory, application, and experience prepares students for the financial world of tomorrow - today.
 

Additional Information

For more information please contact the LeBow College of Business

Admission Requirements

Same as Drexel admission requirements.

Degree Requirements

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A complete list of eligible Introductory Core Competency courses can be found here.

Program Level Outcomes

Upon degree completion, our students will be able to:
1 – Core Business Knowledge
Apply core business and quantitative concepts to analyze organizational challenges and make data-informed decisions.

2 – Business Problem Solving
Evaluate business problems and alternatives using relevant information and technology to justify actionable solutions and strategies.

3 – Communication & Collaboration
Communicate and collaborate effectively using digital tools across written, verbal, and visual formats.

4 – Professionalism & Career Readiness
Demonstrate professional behaviors and career-readiness competencies required for effective participation in workplace environments.