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Skilled finance professionals are at the core of business operations today. Answer the call and expand your marketability with the online Bachelor of Science in Business, Finance degree program at Capella. You can build up your foundational business knowledge, learn the fundamentals of management and leadership, and gain a deeper perspective on risk management and entrepreneurship. This program is designed to develop critical skills and abilities to help you in the dynamic field of finance.
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BUS4070 * |
Foundations in Finance
Learners in this course analyze principles of financial decision making and ways global economic conditions affect financial theory and decision-making processes. Learners also evaluate and apply finance principles using financial tools. Prerequisite(s): BUS3060 or BUS3062. |
6 quarter credits |
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BUS4071 * |
Financial Markets and Institutions
In this course, learners build a conceptual framework of financial markets and examine their roles in the global financial environment. Learners also evaluate the macroeconomic variables and monetary policies that affect financial markets and assess the role of the central bank and banking system in the financial environment. Prerequisite(s): BUS4070. |
6 quarter credits |
BUS4072 * |
Analysis for Financial Management
This course provides learners with a framework for using financial statement data in various business analysis and valuation contexts. Learners examine financial statements as the basis for a variety of business analyses and evaluate the ways organizations use these statements to make business decisions. Prerequisite(s): BUS4070. |
6 quarter credits |
BUS4073 * |
Investments and Portfolio Management
In this course, learners study valuation principles and use them to evaluate various investment instruments. Learners also practice applying financial theory to real-world situations and develop a practical approach to investments. Prerequisites(s): BUS4070. |
6 quarter credits |
BUS4074 * |
Entrepreneurial Finance
In this course, learners analyze small business financial concepts. Learners examine the personal financial concepts related to business and the entrepreneurial enterprise and evaluate the components of a small business plan. Prerequisite(s): BUS4070. |
6 quarter credits |
*Course has prerequisite(s). See catalog for details.
Finance professionals help organizations find and manage the resources needed to grow, make investments and acquisitions, plan for the future and manage existing assets. Undergraduate students in the Finance specialization can build the knowledge and skills needed in the financial services industry or as a finance professional within a public or private organization. In addition, students demonstrate the management, interpersonal and professional thinking skills needed to impact effectiveness across all levels of their organization. Students choose elective courses based on their individual professional needs.
On successful completion of this program, you should be able to:
Review the Capella career exploration guide to learn more about this program and career paths to explore.
The total cost of your degree will depend on academic performance, transfer credits, scholarships and other factors. See GuidedPath cost information below.
A structured learning format with an active peer community and faculty guidance. We’ll set the schedule, you meet the deadlines.
$357 per 1000-2000 level credit $415 per 3000-4000 level credit, 180 total quarter credits, 135 max transfer credits
*This is only an estimate, using general program pricing, and it does not include fees (including application and resource kit fees). Your price may be higher or lower depending on your specialization, transfer credits, and tuition discounts. If transfer credits are allowed in this offering, the prices above show what you would pay if you brought in the average number of transfer credits and the price if you brought in the maximum allowed transfer credits.
Connect with an enrollment counselor to further discuss the cost of the program and explore your eligibility for scholarships and discounts.
*Alumni Outcomes Survey, 2021–2022
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Applicants to the BS in Business, Finance program must provide the following information for admission:
SAT and ACT are not required for admission.
International student requirements
If you live outside the U.S. or aren’t a U.S. citizen, you may be considered an international student.
To meet the requirements for Capella admission, you must:
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Your education can help you reach your professional and personal goals. While Capella cannot guarantee that a graduate will secure any specific career outcome, such as a job title, promotion or salary increase, we encourage you to explore potential jobs and employment settings. Here are some ideas and examples for a graduate with a Bachelor of Science in Business, Finance.
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