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Undergraduate Programs
Major
BBA | Finance
Finance is a rigorous and highly respected field of study that prepares students for many career options. We offer multiple areas of study and licensing exam preparation including corporate finance, banking, CFP® exam, CFA® Charterholder exam and FinTech.
Career Opportunities | Financial Analysts, Budget Analysts, Loan Officers, Stockbrokers, Portfolio Managers,
Investment Brokers & other Financial Advisors
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BBA+MS | Accelerated Bachelor & Master Program
The Department of FIR offers an Accelerated BBA+MS program to outstanding undergraduate majors in Finance. Students accepted into the
program may begin coursework for the MS in Finance and/or a 4-course Graduate Certificate
during their senior year. Students interested in this accelerated program are encouraged
to begin planning for it early in their undergraduate careers, in consultation with
both their undergraduate advisor and the MS Coordinator of the Department of Department
of Finance, Insurance & Real Estate.
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Concentrations
Real Estate Concentration
Real estate is a specialized area of finance designed for students who desire careers that specialize in residential, commercial or industrial real estate and related industries.
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General Finance Concentration
Finance majors study the theory, structure and techniques for making decisions in
the financial environment. These decisions include the acquisition of funds by business
firms, and the capital budgeting decisions that utilize these funds. Finance also
includes the applied areas of investment analysis, investment banking, trading market
microstructure, commercial banking & financial institutions management, international
finance and real estate.
Professional Tracks
Financial Analyst Track
Six-course program can be incorporated into your FIR degree path to earn a certificate and prepare you to obtain a CFA® credential.
Career Opportunities | Financial Analysts, Budget Analysts, Loan Officers, Stockbrokers, Portfolio Managers, Investment Brokers
Financial Planning Track
Six-course program endorsed by the national CFP Board* to meet educational core requirements to sit for the CFP® exam.
Career Opportunities | Wealth Management, Financial Planner, Personal Financial Advising, Retirement and Estate Planning, Insurance
Professional Real Estate Program
Six-course program, independent of a degree path, that provides enhanced foundational knowledge in real estate law, real estate finance, real estate appraisal and real estate investment. There is more to real estate than being a sales agent or broker. This track is offered both on-campus or online to best fit your schedule.
Career Opportunities | Buying, selling, evaluating, managing, financing, or leasing property for residential,
commercial or industrial uses. Develop subdivisions and/or shopping centers. Work
in real estate related industries such as title companies, mortgage banking, land
use planning and architecture.
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Graduate Programs
Master of Science in Business Administration (MSBA) with a concentration in Finance
The Master of Science in Business Administration (MSBA) program is a 33-hour program that can usually be completed within 2 years. The program offers the most in-depth exploration of Finance and related topics of any of the master’s programs offered at the University of Memphis. Prominent features of the program are the wide range of Finance electives, evening classes that are convenient to students working in the Memphis area and small class sizes.
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Master of Business Administration (MBA)
Are you ready to take the next step forward in your career? We offer two customizable MBA tracks specifically designed to equip you with the tools to compete in an increasingly global and technology-driven world. Our Professional and Online MBA degree programs, which can be earned in as little as 36 credit-hours, combine cutting-edge curriculum with modern resources and are taught by globally renowned faculty. We are dedicated to preparing you with the necessary skills to become a sought-after working professional and effective team leader.
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Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Business Administration with concentration in Finance
The required course work for PhD concentration in Finance includes corporate finance, investments, and market micro-structure theory and applications. Promising scholars from various regions and nations belong to the student body. The research tools and opportunities available to our doctoral students are impressive. Financial databases such as CRSP, COMPUSTAT, and TAQ are available on campus for research.
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GRADUATE CERTIFICATES
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