Launch Your Career in Finance, Investments and FinTech
As a Finance major at St. Edward’s University, you’ll build the analytical, technical, and leadership skills needed to thrive in today’s rapidly evolving financial world – from corporate finance and investments to financial markets, fintech, and strategic decision-making.
Located in Austin, Texas – one of the nation’s fastest-growing hubs for business, technology, and innovation - St. Edward’s gives you direct access to internships, networking opportunities, and hands-on experiences with organizations ranging from startups to Fortune 500 companies.
You’ll gain practical experience through internships, consulting projects, case competitions, and student organizations such as the Financial Management Association. Finance students also have access to our Bloomberg Lab, featuring 12 Bloomberg terminals, where students can complete Bloomberg Market Concepts (BMC) and ESG certifications at no additional cost and participate in experiences such as the Bloomberg Trading Challenge.
Why earn your Finance degree at St. Edward’s?
Whether your goal is Wall Street, a growing fintech company, or mission-driven work that expands economic opportunity, your St. Edward’s education will prepare you to lead with both technical expertise and ethical judgment.
Build relationships with your professors
Our faculty and career mentors work closely with students to help them identify goals, build professional networks, and prepare for meaningful careers in fields such as banking, investment analysis, financial planning, consulting, insurance, and corporate finance.
Join a vibrant, like-minded community
Get involved in student organizations like the Financial Management Association, and connect with fellow students and local professionals who share your passion for finance. Take advantage of networking events, visiting speakers and opportunities to grow your decision-making and leadership skills.
Reap the Rewards of Austin
Austin is one of the fastest-growing cities and economies in the U.S. and home to nearly 100 Fortune 500 firms. Our Austin location, partnerships and connections allow you to immerse yourself in a dynamic business environment where internships and career paths in finance are plentiful.
Explore More Details About the BBA in Finance
Degree Plan
Major Requirements:
The BBA in Finance requires 66–67 hours of major coursework.
General Education Requirements:
All majors require 44 hours of general education that students complete over four years, in addition to their major courses.
View and download the full degree plan for our Finance major (PDF)
A few examples of the Finance courses students take:
- Intermediate Financial Management – Study corporate finance theories and examine how they apply to corporate decisions in the areas of capital structure, working capital, corporate structuring, mergers and acquisitions, and more.
- Investment Principles and Analysis – Analyze investment vehicles and consider investment decisions in the context of risk-return analysis. Discuss security market operation and portfolio management.
- Financial Institutions and Markets – Develop an understanding of money and capital markets; the flow of funds in the economy; the role of credit; the term structure of interest rates; risk management; regulation and deregulation; and financial crises.
- Special Topics in Finance: Student Managed Investment Fund – The Student-Managed Investment Fund (SMIF) course offers finance majors a unique, hands-on experience in managing a real investment portfolio. Students will take on the roles of fund managers and analysts making investment recommendations intended to achieve long-term growth. This course covers the essential principles of portfolio management, financial analysis, and investment strategies. Additionally, the course considers ethical aspects in investing. Throughout the semester, students will work collaboratively in teams, present their investment recommendations to an advisory board, and provide regular performance reports. The course is designed to integrate theoretical knowledge with practical application, preparing students for careers in finance, investment management, and related fields.
Finance students gain relevant work experience in internships and local, national and even international organizations during their time at St. Edward’s. Many serve as campus and community leaders, obtaining the skills they need to advance in their careers post-graduation.
Internships
Finance students make huge contributions at their respective internship sites. They assist with data mining and mapping, analyze financial data, and develop predictive metrics. They put complex financial concepts to practice, such as modern portfolio theory, portfolio development and investor behavior. These experiences prepare them for both the job search and graduate school. Our students have interned at BBVA Compass, Merrill Lynch, Chase, JPMorgan Chase & Co., Kestra Financial, Tech Ranch and NXP Semiconductors, to name a few.
Financial Management Association International (FMA)
Student organizations, like the FMA, offer Finance students the opportunity to connect with local professionals. In addition to hosting speaker series and other events, the FMA sponsors the FMA National Honor Society, the only international honor that specifically recognizes the achievement of Finance majors and demonstrates their expertise in areas such as financial economics and decision-making.
S.E.R.V.E.
Service is at the heart of the St. Edward’s University community, and the S.E.R.V.E. program exemplifies how dedicated students, faculty and staff are committed to making a difference. Finance major Amanda Rodriguez ’19 gained experience as one of five student coordinators who help plan monthly S.E.R.V.E. 1 Day events, which can include gardening, painting and other one-time tasks.
Finance students are encouraged to set a goal of obtaining a professional certification after graduation. Such certifications can further establish their credibility and expertise in an area of specialty. These can include:
- Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) – This credential has become the most respected and recognized investment designation in the world.
- Certificate in Investment Performance Measurement (CIPM) – This certificate program is for those who want to develop advanced, globally relevant, practice-based investment performance and risk evaluation skills.
Our distinguished faculty members are scholar-practitioners with years of industry experience in their areas of expertise. They are actively engaged in their fields, and many have close ties with Austin-area businesses. This helps expose students to real-world business situations and connects them to valuable opportunities for learning and growth.
“My two main objectives are to teach students skills they need to be successful in their personal and professional lives, and to teach them how to think critically and analytically.”
– Camelia Rotaru, PhD, Chair, Department of Accounting, Economics and Finance; Professor of Finance
View a list of our faculty members and their contact information on the Department of Accounting, Economics and Finance webpage.
Earn Two Degrees in Five Years
With our Accelerated Graduate Pathways, you can complete your BBA in Finance and one of four master’s degrees in as little as five years, saving time and money. See details and requirements.
Success coaches and academic advisors guide you through undergraduate and graduate courses to maximize benefits.
The Bill Munday School of Business is accredited by AACSB International. At The Bill Munday School of Business, one of only about 25% of business schools in the United States accredited by AACSB International, you’ll learn in small classes with professors who bring years of industry experience into the classroom. Together, you’ll analyze real financial events, evaluate investment decisions, and explore how finance shapes businesses, communities, and economies.