Online Bachelor's Degree in Finance
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Bachelor’s in Finance Overview
Employment in finance is growing faster than average. Come back stronger, ready to meet the demand, with an online finance degree from Purdue Global.
- Create real career opportunities. The growing range of financial products and the need for in-depth knowledge of emerging markets is expected to increase the demand for financial professionals.
- Gain technical knowledge in areas such as fiscal planning, corporate finance, banking, real estate, economic markets, and investment management.
- Get hands-on, rigorous training — through reports, presentations, group projects, and a final capstone project — to build the practical skills needed to solve real-life financial challenges.
- Focus your degree by choosing one of four concentrations:
Build the Core Skills That Employers Need:
- Perform financial analysis using quantitative concepts and techniques.
- Interpret financial statements and ratios.
- Examine investment and financial risk.
- Apply legislation, regulations, and principles of practice to financial scenarios.
- Communicate professionally with stakeholders.
Respected Accreditations
The online Bachelor of Science of Finance program at Purdue Global is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Business Schools and Programs (ACBSP).
Purdue Global is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission (HLC), an institutional accreditation agency recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.
Academic Quality
Learn the most recent developments in business and finance — the curriculum is reviewed and revised continually by our dedicated curriculum department and advisory board.
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What Courses Will I Take?
Courses within the online bachelor's in finance program help students develop the following skills:
- Attention to detail
- Critical thinking
- Clear communications at work
- High standards of integrity
- Computer literacy
Sample Courses
- Corporate Finance
- Financial Markets
- Financial Statement Analysis
- Investments
- Microeconomics
Program Requirements
1 semester credit hour = 1.5 quarter credit hours
3-Week Trial
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Students who choose to continue at Purdue Global will be billed for the full first term's tuition, including the 3-week trial. See Notes and Conditions below.
Admissions Requirements
You must be a high school graduate or possess a General Educational Development (GED) certificate or other equivalency diploma. You must also complete orientation before you start classes.
Refer to the University Catalog or speak to an Advisor to learn more.
Upcoming Start Dates
We offer multiple start dates to give you flexibility in your education, life, and work schedules.
Online Finance Degree Concentrations
Concentrations allow you to personalize your finance education by focusing your electives on an area of study that best fits your desired career path. Choose from the following options:
Fintech
Concentrate your degree in a fast-growing field. Develop innovations used to enhance and automate the delivery of financial services.
Concentration Outcomes:
- Develop and apply fintech as part of a businesses strategic plan
- Examine the impact laws and regulations have on the fintech industry.
- Explore the benefits of the Blockchain from a macro perspective
General Finance
Take elective courses a la carte to get a taste of different finance areas.
Concentration Outcomes:
- Examine the financial performance of a company using its financial statements.
- Examine the mechanics of buying and selling securities.
Real Estate
Develop skills relevant to real estate sales and the real estate industry and apply them to various financial situations.
Concentration Outcomes:
- Prepare a competitive market analysis for a real estate client.
- Analyze the legal and ethical considerations in a real estate transaction.
- Synthesize the real estate sales process and compliance issues.
Wealth Management and Financial Planning
Explore wealth management, portfolio management, and financial planning.
Concentration Outcomes:
- Explain the key concepts of personal financial statements and the impact of tax implications.
- Formulate an insurance coverage strategy.
- Evaluate investment options such as mutual funds, stocks and bonds.
Earn Credit for Prior Coursework and Experience
The average bachelor's degree student pays $15k and takes 2.3 years to complete their degree.
Ways to Save on Time and Tuition
Purdue Global works with students to find ways to reduce costs and make education more accessible. Contact us to learn about opportunities to save on your educational costs.
Transfer Credits
Earn credit for prior coursework completed at eligible institutions, including community colleges.
Financial Aid
Learn about federal financial aid programs available for many of our degree programs.
Corporate Partner Benefits
Employees of Purdue Global partner organizations may be eligible for special tuition reductions.
Military Tuition Reduction
Undergraduate tuition savings for military include a 55% reduction per credit for current servicemembers and 38% per credit for veterans.
Prior Military Experience
Earn credit for your military training. The average Purdue Global military graduate was awarded 62% of the credits needed for an associate and 45% of the credits needed for a bachelor's.
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Career Opportunities
As technology continues to evolve at a rapid pace, it stimulates business growth and generates new opportunities. Earning your online bachelor’s degree in finance at Purdue Global can help you develop valuable skills that could be applied to a broad range of financial positions. You could pursue careers in fields such as corporate and government financial management, investments, portfolio analysis and management, financial analysis, financial planning, banking, and risk management.
Average Salary
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Job Growth
In Your State
Financial Risk Specialists
General and Operations Managers
Personal Financial Advisors
Loan Officers
Financial and Investment Analysts
General labor market and salary data are provided by Lightcast and may not represent the outcomes experienced by Purdue Global graduates in these programs. Purdue Global graduates in these programs may earn salaries substantially different or less than the amounts listed above. The skills and employers mentioned are a representation of the hiring needs within the labor market generated by Lightcast and may change over time. There can be no guarantee that any listed employer is or will be hiring in the future or will hire a Purdue Global graduate. Salary and employment outcomes vary by geographic area, previous work experience, education, and opportunities for employment that are outside of Purdue Global's control. The default state is Indiana for those outside of the U.S.
Purdue Global does not guarantee employment placement, salary level, or career advancement. See Notes and Conditions below for important information.
Possible Behavioral Interview Questions for This Field of Study
- Tell me about a time you had to analyze a significant amount of data, perhaps for a finance-related project or assignment. What was the objective, what challenges did you face in interpreting the data, and what conclusions or recommendations did you draw?
- Share an example of a time you worked on a financial group project or task where there were differing opinions or approaches among team members. How did you contribute to the collaboration, and how did the team successfully complete the project?
- Tell me about a time you had to quickly learn a new financial concept, software program (like a specific accounting software or financial modeling tool), or a complex industry trend for a project or course. What was your learning process, and how did you apply this new knowledge?
- Describe a situation where you had to explain a financial concept or present findings from a financial analysis to someone who didn't have a finance background. How did you communicate the information, and what was the result?
- Tell me about a time when you had to make a difficult ethical decision in a finance-related situation. What was the dilemma, what action did you take, and what was the outcome?
Sample Skills Developed and Used in This Field
- Accounting
- Auditing
- Budgeting
- Communication
- Critical Thinking
- Digital Literacy
- Ethical Standards and Conduct
- Finance
- Financial Analysis
- Financial Statement Review
- Leadership
- Management
- Professionalism
- Research
- Teamwork
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