FINANCE (FIN)


FIN 228 - FINANCIAL MANAGEMENT

Prerequisite: ACCT 201

An introduction to the finance function: the obtaining and efficient use of capital in a business setting. Specific topics include risk and return analysis, financial planning, and decisions involving assets and equities, and the financial structure of the firm.

Credit: 3


FIN 322 - PERSONAL ASSET MANAGEMENT

Prerequisite: Sophomore status

This course is designed to introduce students to methods of effective money management. Topics discussed in this course will range from setting realistic financial goals to various methods that can be employed to accomplish those goals. This course demonstrates how to successfully face all the personal finance issues in the real world.

Credit: 3


FIN 329 - INTERMEDIATE FINANCIAL MANAGEMENT

Prerequisite: FIN 228

This course presents financial theory in a decision-making context. The course will emphasize long-term funding, optional capital structure, the cost of capital, and capital budgeting.

Credit: 3


FIN 330 - PRINCIPLES OF INVESTMENT

Prerequisite: FIN 228

An introduction to the analysis of investments in financial assets, both in an individual and a portfolio context; the characteristics and evaluation of specific investment vehicles.

Credit: 3


FIN 358 - FINANCIAL SATATEMENT ANALYSIS & SECURITY VALUATION

Prerequisite: FIN 228

Building upon accounting and finance fundamentals, this course provides understanding of how businesses work, how they generate value, and how the value is captured in financial statements. The course will combine analysis of accounting financial statements and financial security valuation.

Credit: 3


FIN 420 - FINANCIAL MANAGEMENT STRATEGY

Prerequisite: FIN 329, senior status

An advanced exploration of issues in business finance: financial valuation, required rates of return for projects and companies, management of working capital and fixed assets, and obtaining funds from the debt and equity markets.

Credit: 3


FIN 422 - SECURITY ANALYSIS

Prerequisite: FIN 330

An advanced study of topics in investment management: fundamental and technical analysis of stocks, investment in bonds, convertible securities and stock options; portfolio management and capital market theory.

Credit: 3


FIN 429 - GLOBAL FINANCE

Prerequisite: FIN 228

This course focuses on the global financial environment and particularly on business operations in a global setting. Topics in multinational finance, foreign exchange risk management, financing foreign operations are emphasized.

Credit: 3


FIN 432 - INVESTMENT PORTFOLIO MANAGEMENT I

Prerequisite: Finance major and FIN 422 or approval of instructor

Teaches the fundamentals of portfolio management through integration of theory and practice. Students as a class manage an actual investment portfolio of significant worth under the supervision of the instructor.

Credit: 3


FIN 434 - COMMERCIAL PROPERTY AND CASUALTY INSURANCE

Prerequisite: MGT 327

This course focuses on the identification and management of risks arising from property ownership and commercial activity. Understanding and identifying the risk of liability from property ownership and business activity will be emphasized. Students will also learn how organizations insure against business risks and minimize the exposure to loss.

Credit: 3


FIN 435 - LIFE AND HEALTH INSURANCE

Prerequisite: MGT 327

The course focuses on using Life and Health insurance to manage the risk associated with health issues and death. The use of life insurance, annuities, medical insurance, disability insurance and long-term care insurance as part of the financial planning process will be emphasized.

Credit: 3


FIN 442 - INVESTMENT PORTFOLIO MANAGEMENT II

Prerequisite: Finance major and FIN 432

Proficiency in portfolio construction, management, and protection; managing the Eagle Investment Group portfolios, understanding of investment portfolio theory, mastery of current investment analysis techniques, and preparation for NASD Series 7 Securities licensure.

Credit: 3


FIN 454 - SPECIAL TOPICS IN FINANCE

Prerequisite: FIN 228

A course devoted to various topics related to current issues in finance. May be repeated once for different topics with approval of finance faculty.

Credit: 3