Bachelor of Science in Business • Minor
Finance
A Finance degree prepares you to evaluate risk, interpret markets, and guide smart financial decisions. You’ll build skills in investment analysis, financial strategy, and capital management, positioning yourself for careers in banking, corporate finance, and wealth management.
Dig Deeper Into the program
Explore how coursework in financial analysis, markets, and planning builds the quantitative skills and strategic thinking needed to guide financial decisions in business and financial services.
Degrees Offered
- Bachelors and minor
Start Terms
- Fall or Spring
Program Format
- On-campus
- Select classes available online to provide added flexibility for students
Credit Hours & Timeline
- Total credits required: 120
- Typical completion time: 4 years
- Credits for minor: 18
Some of these courses are offered via CSM’s partnership with Rize, an education company that prepares students for careers in the fastest-growing fields. Courses are designed by top academics and industry leaders, approved by College of Saint Mary, and taught by faculty at other colleges and universities.
Build a strong foundation in finance while developing the skills to make smart, data-driven decisions. The Finance curriculum prepares you for careers in banking, investing and financial management.
- Preparation for careers in finance or advanced study
- Coursework in corporate finance, investments and financial markets
- Training in financial analysis and risk management
- Application of finance concepts to real-world scenarios
- Understanding of global markets and economic trends
Applicants for admission are evaluated based on the following criteria to gain full admission.
- High school record of cumulative GPA of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale. An applicant for a degree program must have graduated or will have graduated with 16 high school units from an accredited high school. The college preparatory program is strongly recommended to high school students. Ordinarily this program includes four years of English and two years of social studies, science, and mathematics.
- College/university record of cumulative GPA of 2.5 on a 4.0 scale, if applicable.
Applicants who do not meet the following criteria and show potential for success may be reviewed for an alternate admissions pathway.
Students who have successfully completed the General Education Development Test (GED) and have not accumulated at least 12 collegiate level semester hours credit at a regionally accredited institution with a 2.5 GPA or better will follow the Alternate Admissions Pathway.
Applications open July 1 for the upcoming academic year. CSM follows a rolling admission process, reviewing applications as they are received. We encourage students to apply early for priority consideration for scholarships, housing, and financial aid.
The Mercy Core is CSM’s general education curriculum and the foundation of every degree. Rooted in the Critical Concerns of the Sisters of Mercy, it integrates ethics, reflection, and action to prepare women to lead with purpose and advance justice in their communities.
Tuition & Aid
Investing in your education is a big decision, and you do not have to navigate it alone. Every admitted full-time undergraduate student is guaranteed a merit scholarship, and CSM offers additional aid and personalized guidance to make your degree attainable. Our team will walk you through your options so you can move forward with clarity and confidence.
Your Roadmap to Admission
From application to enrollment, we guide you through each step with clarity and personal support so you can focus on what matters most and take the next step toward your future.
Why Choose CSM?
Master the Numbers That Move Markets
Develop the quantitative discipline to evaluate investments, assess risk, and interpret financial performance with precision.
From Theory to Portfolio Strategy
Apply financial models, forecasting tools, and market analysis techniques to real scenarios that mirror professional finance environments.
Lead with Authority
In a women-focused setting, you gain the confidence to speak into financial strategy conversations and influence high-stakes decisions.
Ethics in Every Equation
Grounded in Mercy values, you learn that financial leadership carries responsibility — balancing profitability with integrity and long-term impact.
Finance Career Outlook
Careers in finance continue to grow as organizations rely on experts to manage budgets, investments, and financial strategy. According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, business and financial occupations are projected to grow faster than average, with steady demand across industries.
Business Fast Facts
15 MAJORS
Multiple Business Pathways
Customize your education to your goals and the evolving business industry.
Internships
Get Hands-on Experience
Make connections and get confidence to transition from college to career.
1:1 Advising
Personalized Support
Meet regularly with business faculty to stay on track and reach your goals.
Accreditation
The Assurance of Accreditation
The assurance of regional accreditation means that our degrees have been evaluated for their outcomes — including how well they prepare you to meet the needs of your employers, yourself and our global society. College of Saint Mary is accredited by The Higher Learning Commission.
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