Academic Catalog 2026-2027

Finance, Minor

Program Description

The Finance Minor provides students with a structured pathway to enhance their financial knowledge and critical thinking skills. This program covers essential topics, including financial management, investment analysis, and international finance, equipping students to effectively navigate the complexities of global financial systems. Students are required to complete a total of 12 units in upper-division finance courses. It is recommended that they take ACC 230, ECO 210, and one course from the following options: MAT 105, MAT 131, MAT 153, MAT 171, MAT 191, or MAT 193 before enrolling in FIN 360 Business Finance. Additionally, students must maintain a minimum grade point average of 2.0 in the minor. 

Requirements

Required Courses (6 units)
FIN 200Personal Finance for Non-Finance Majors3
FIN 360Business Finance3
Select two additional courses from the following list of electives courses (6 units): 6
FIN 375
Personal Financial Planning
FIN 382
Financial Analysis
FIN 426
Portfolio Management
FIN 467
Real Estate Finance and Investment
FIN 468
Seminar in Investment Analysis
FIN 481
Financial Inst & Mgmt
FIN 484
Financial Forecasting & Modeling
FIN 485
Entrepreneurial Finance
FIN 487
Fixed Income Securities and Valuation
FIN 488
Multinatl Financial Trans
Total Hours12