Minor in Investments
The Minor in Investments equips students with practical knowledge of financial markets, securities valuation, portfolio management, derivatives, and financial technology. Emphasizing applied learning, the program leverages the College of Business Administration’s new Smith-Hutson Financial Center, including its simulated trading floor and student-managed investment fund.
| Code | Title | Hours |
|---|---|---|
| Minor in Investments | ||
| Required Courses | ||
| FINC 4345 | Investments | 3 |
| FINC 4355 | Securities Analysis and Portfolio Management | 3 |
| FINC 4365 | Financial Derivatives | 3 |
| FINC 4375 | Investment Technologies | 3 |
| Prescribed Electives | ||
| Select two courses from the following: | 6 | |
| Financial Spreadsheet Modeling | ||
| Financial Analytics | ||
| Financial Data Visualization | ||
| Financial Statement and Credit Analysis | ||
| International Finance | ||
| Undergraduate Internship in Finance | ||
Note: Non-COBA majors would need to complete additional prerequisite classes, including ACCT 2301, FINC 3320, and, when applicable, FINC 3330.
