Explore the course requirements for the following FIR Minors.
- KEY:
- "FCBE Majors" = this course list is for any FCBE student pursuing a degree from any FCBE department
- "Non FCBE Majors" = this course list is for all other UofM students pursing a degree outside FCBE
The Banking and Financial Services Minor provides students with basic problem-solving and analytical tools necessary to be
successful in banking, savings institutions, credit unions, securities firms and investment
banks, mutual funds management, managing insurance services firms, and finance companies.
Banking and Financial Services is a rigorous and highly respected field of study that
prepares students for career options including VP of Commercial Lending, Bank Manager, Investment Banker, Securities Trader,
Portfolio Manager, Bank Regulator and Financial Executive.
| FCBE Majors - 9 hours |
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Choose 9 hours (3 courses) from the following:
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| Non-FCBE Majors - 21 hours |
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+ 9 hours (3 courses) chosen from the following:
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A wide range of opportunities exists for financial analysts, budget analysts, loan officers, stockbrokers, portfolio managers, investment brokers and other financial advisors. According to US government sources, employment in many finance areas is expected to grow faster than average in the future.
| FCBE Majors - 9 hours |
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9 hours chosen from FIR 1220 or upper division hours in finance approved by the finance undergraduate career advisor or department chair. |
| Non-FCBE Majors - 21 hours |
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+ 6 additional hours from FIR 1220 or upper division hours approved by the finance undergraduate career advisor or department chair |
The following course list applies to both FCBE & Non-FCBE majors
Required Courses (12 credit hours)
- ACCT 4521 - Individual Tax Compliance/Plan (3)
- FIR 3410 - Financial Management (3)
- FIR 3710 - Investments (3)
- FIR 4011 - Retirement and Estate Planning (3)
+ Choose 3 hours from the following courses:
- FIR 3810 - Principles of Risk/Insurance (3)
- FIR 4870 - Risk Management (3)
+ Choose 3 hours from the following courses:
- FIR 4610 - Cases in Financial Planning and Analysis (3)
- FIR 4620 - Cases in Financial Planning (3)
TOTAL HOURS = 18
The Property Management Minor is ideally suited for the student who is interested in pursuing a career in the field of property management. The property management field is very broad and includes not only residential, but also office, retail and industrial management. As a result, the property management field provides a wide range of different career opportunities that can best fit your needs and desires.
The Property Management minor has been designed to provide flexibility for the student to select between different advanced real estate classes in areas they are most interested in and where they feel might best fit their future career plans.
The minor also requires an internship experience with a property management firm which is designed to provide the student with very valuable industry experience.
The following course list applies to both FCBE & Non-FCBE majors
Required Courses (12 credit hours)
- FIR 3310 - Real Estate Principles (3)
- FIR 3410 - Financial Management (3)
- FIR 4330 - Principles of Property Management (3)
- FIR 4911 - Internship in Finance, Insurance, and Real Estate (1-6)
+ Choose 6 hours (2 courses) from the following courses:
- FIR 4310 - Real Estate Law (3)
- FIR 4320 - Real Estate Finance (3)
- FIR 4340 - Real Estate Appraisal (3)
- FIR 4350 - Real Estate Investment (3)
TOTAL HOURS = 18
The Real Estate Minor is ideally suited for the students wanting to learn more about the real estate field while still pursuing a major in another field of study. The real estate field is very broad and provides students a wide range of different careers opportunities in real estate and related industries.
The Real Estate Minor is designed to provide flexibility for the student to select advanced real estate classes in the major real estate areas they are most interested in.
| FCBE Majors - 9 hours |
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+ 6 Additional Hours Chosen From:
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| Non-FCBE Majors - 21 hours |
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+ 9 Hours Chosen From:
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The minor in Risk Management &Insurance includes study in the areas of investments, corporate finance, financial institutions, principles of insurance, risk management, property and liability insurance, and life and health insurance.
The knowledge and analytical abilities acquired by students majoring in Risk Management & Insurance prepare them for rewarding careers. There are many diverse employment opportunities in Risk Management & Insurance.
| FCBE Majors - 9 hours |
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+ Choose two (2) courses from the following:
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| Non-FCBE Majors - 21 hours |
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+ 6 additional hours from FIR 1220 or upper division hours in insurance or finance approved by the department chair. |
Course Descriptions & Requirements
The requirements and course descriptions are all listed on the UofM's Online Catalog.
It is very important that you review our instructional page on how to utilize the online catalog before visiting the catalog's website.
Next Step
For more information on the various Finance, Insurance & Real Estate minors, please
contact FCBE Undergraduate Student Services.