Finance Degree Map
The degree map is a term-by-term sample course schedule to make it easier for you to understand how to graduate in four years with as a Finance major. The actual sequence of courses may differ for each student. Please consult with your advisor about the best path for you.
Credits to Graduate with a BS in Finance
121
A Bachelor of Science in Finance requires 121 credits to complete. With 5 classes a semester, this puts you on track to graduate in 4 years.
Credits for Major in Accounting
86
To qualify as a major, 86 credits are required.
General Education Credits Required for a BS in Finance
30
To satisfy the general education requirements, 30 credits are required. However, some courses may fulfill both major and general education requirements. Be sure to discuss your courses with your advisor.
First Year
| Course | Credits |
|---|---|
| BFD 0213-101 Willumstad Winning Edge Foundations BBA Accounting Requirement |
O credits |
| BUS 0204-162 Business & Society BS Finance/General Education Requirement |
3 credits |
| ACC 0201-101 Accounting I BS Finance Requirement |
3 credits |
| ECA 0203-111 OR 112 Price System/National Economy BS Finance Requirement |
3 credits |
| ENG 0122-107 Art & Craft of Writing General Education Requirement |
3 credits |
| FYS 0952-110 First Year Seminar General Education Requirement |
4 credits |
| 16 credits |
| Course | Credits |
|---|---|
| SPE 0876-110/112 Oral Comm/Public Speaking BS Finance/ General Education Requirement |
3 credits |
| ACC 0201-102 Accounting II BS Finance Requirement |
3 credits |
| ECA 0203-111 OR 112 Price System/National Economy BS Finance Requirement |
3 credits |
| Humanities and Global Awareness Elective 1 of 2 courses Select 1 course that meets both electives General Education Requirement |
3 credits |
| MTH 0144-110 Precalculus BS Finance Requirement |
3 credits |
| 15 credits |
- If you live on campus, join your Residential Hall Council
- Welcome to Adelphi! Attend Welcome Weekend events to learn more about your new home and the vast opportunties available to you.
- Attend at least 2 Accounting society meetings to explore the organizations and join.
- Familiarize yourself thoroughly with the curriculum, and get to know your professors early.
Second Year
| Course | Credits |
|---|---|
| ECA 0203-351 Money & Banking BS Finance Requirement |
3 credits |
| ACC 0201-201 Intermediate Accounting BS Finance Requirement |
3 credits |
| DSC 0207-271 Info Tech & Applications BS Marketing Requirement |
4 credits |
| Natural Science Elective Select 1 course General Education Requirement |
3 credits |
| MGT 0210-262 Art, Science & Practice of Mgmt BS Finance/General Education Requirement |
3 credits |
| 16 credits |
| Course | Credits |
|---|---|
| FIN 0209-330 Managerial Finance BS Finance Requirement |
3 credits |
| ACC 0201-202 Intermediate Accounting II BS Finance Requirement |
3 credits |
| DSC 0207-272 Analytical & Stat Modeling BS Finance Requirement |
4 credits |
| BUS 0204-267 Business Communications BS Finance/General Education Requirement |
3 credits |
| MKT 0212-280 Marketing BS Finance Requirement |
3 credits |
| 16 credits |
- If you live on campus, run for the Executive Board of the Residential Student Association
- Join APICs AU to learn more about supply chains, management, financing, mentoring, and more.
- Participate in diversity programs like out for lunch, and dinner and dialogue, which sparks informational conversations with staff and faculty members who are a part of the Adelphi community.
- Join one of the Student Business Organizations (i.e. Finance Society).
Third Year
| Course | Credits |
|---|---|
| BFD 0213-102 Advanced Edge BS Finance Requirement |
0 credits |
| FIN 0209-340 Investment Analysis BS Finance Requirement |
3 credits |
| DSC 0207-274 Data Analysis & Decision Making BS Finance/General Education Requirement |
3 credits |
| BUS 0204-252 Legal & Ethical Env. Of Business BS Finance Requirement |
3 credits |
| Humanities Elective 2 of 2 courses General Education Requirement |
3 credits |
| Information Literacy Elective Select 1 course General Education Requirement |
3 credits |
| 15 credits |
| Course | Credits |
|---|---|
| BUS 0204-341 International Business BS Finance/General Education Requirement |
3 credits |
| MGT 0210-366 Organizational Behavior BS Finance Requirement |
3 credits |
| FIN 0209-460 Financial Asset Valuation BS Finance Requirement |
3 credits |
| FIN 0209-440 Managerial Finance II BS Finance Requirement |
3 credits |
| Art Elective Select 1 of 2 courses General Education Requirement |
3 credits |
| 15 credits |
- If you live on campus, apply to be an Resident Assistant
- Time to take a bigger role! Run for an executive board position in an organization you are apart of.
- Apply to be a Peer Assistant Leader (PAL) or FCAP leader.
- Find internships through one of the Student Business Organizations, Handshake and/or the Willumstad School of Business.
Fourth Year
| Course | Credits |
|---|---|
| DSC 0207-373 Management of Productions & Operations BS Marketing Requirement |
3 credits |
| FIN 0209-430 Derivative, Capital & Money Markets BS Finance Requirement |
3 credits |
| FIN 0209-450 International Finance BS Finance Requirement |
3 credits |
| Art Elective Select 2 of 2 courses General Education Requirement |
3 credits |
| FIN 0209-480 Student Investment Fund BS Finance Requirement |
3 credits |
| 15 credits |
| Course | Credits |
|---|---|
| BUS 0204-468 Business Policy & Strategy BS Finance Requirement |
3 credits |
| Free Elective | 3 credits |
| Free Elective | 3 credits |
| Free Elective | 4 credits |
| 13 credits |
- If you have lived on campus, apply for the National Residence Hall Honorary
- You made it! Time to celebrate by attending Senior Week Events.
- Attend an Alternative Break Service Trip during Winter or Spring Break.
- Sign up for the Leadership Certificate Program. Build your Linkedin profile and meet with the Center for Career and Professional Development to get ideas on conducting a job search.
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