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 an Finance major. The actual sequence of courses may differ for each student. Please consult your advisor about the best path for you.
Credits to Graduate with a BS in Finance
121
A Bachelor of Science degree requires 121 credits to complete. With 5 classes a semester, this puts you on track to graduate in 4 years. A minimum gpa of 2.3 is required.
Credits for Major in Finance
86
To qualify as a major, 86 credits are required.
Credits for Path Program Requirements 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 |
|---|---|
| BUS 0204-162 Business and Society BS Finance Requirement (Social Sciences) |
3 credits |
| FYE 0952-110 First Year Seminar PATH Requirement |
4 credits |
| ENG 0122-107 Art & Craft of Writing PATH Requirement |
3 credits |
| ACC 0201-101 Principles of Accounting I BS Finance Requirement |
3 credits |
| ECA 0203-111 The Price System (SS) BS Finance Requirement, Distribution Requirement (Social Science) 1 of 2 (SS) Courses |
3 credits |
| For students who entered AU after spring of 2023
BFD 0213-101 |
0 credits |
| 16 credits |
| Course | Credits |
|---|---|
| MTH 0144-110 Pre-Calculus (Q) BS Finance Requirement/Learning Goal 1 of 2 (Q) Quantitative Reasoning |
3 credits |
| ACC 0201-102 Principles of Accounting II BS Finance Requirement |
3 credits |
| ECA 0203-112 The National Economy (SS) BS Finance Requirement, Distribution Requirement (Social Science) 2 of 2 (SS) Courses |
3 credits |
| SPE 0876-110 Oral Communication OR 112 Public Speaking (CO) BS Finance Requirement/Learning Goal 1 Communication Oral |
3 credits |
| Humanities, Global Elective Distribution/Learning Goal Requirement 1 of 2 (H) Courses 1 of 2 (G) Courses |
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 |
|---|---|
| Natural Science Elective Distribution Requirement Select 1 (NS) Course |
3 credits |
| MGT 0210-262 Art, Science & Practice of Management (SS) BS Finance Requirement, Distribution Requirement (Social Science) |
3 credits |
| For students who entered AU prior to summer 2024 ONLY
DSC 0207-271 |
4 credits |
| For students who enter AU Summer 2024/Fall 2024 ONLY
DSC 0207-270 |
3 credits |
| ACC 0201-201 Intermediate Accounting I BS Finance Requirement |
3 credits |
| ECA 0203-351 Money and Banking BS Finance Requirement |
3 credits |
| 15-16 credits |
| Course | Credits |
|---|---|
| MKT 0212-280 Marketing BS Finance Requirement |
3 credits |
| FIN 0209-330 Managerial Finance BS Finance Requirement |
3 credits |
| SELECT ONE
For students who entered AU prior to summer 2024 ONLY DSC 0207-272 OR For students who enter AU Summer 2024/Fall 2024 ONLY DSC 0207-273 AND BUS 0204-240 |
4 credits |
| ACC 0201-202 Intermediate Accounting II BS Finance Requirement |
3 credits |
| BUS 0204-267 Business Communications (CW) BS Finance Requirement/Learning Goal 1 (CW) Course |
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 |
|---|---|
| Humanities Elective (H) Distribution Requirement 2 of 2 (H) courses |
3 credits |
| Art Elective, Information Literacy Goal (A, L) Distribution/Learning Goal Requirement 1 of 2 (A) Courses 1 (L) Information Literacy Goal |
3 credits |
| BUS 0204-252 Legal and Ethical Environment of Business BS Finance Requirement |
3 credits |
| DSC 0207-274 Data Analysis & Decision Making BS Finance Requirement |
3 credits |
| FIN 0209-340 Investment Analysis BS Finance Requirement |
3 credits |
| For students who entered AU after spring of 2023 ONLY
BFD 0213 102 |
0 credit |
| For students who enter AU Summer 2024/Fall 2024 ONLY
BUS 0204- 380 |
1 credit |
| 15-16 credits |
| Course | Credits |
|---|---|
| FIN 0209-460 Financial Asset Valuation BS Finance Requirement |
3 credits |
| FIN 0209-440 Managerial Finance II BS Finance Requirement |
3 credits |
| BUS 0204-341 International Business (G) BS Finance Requirement, Global Awareness/Civic Engagement Learning Goal 2 of 2 courses (G) |
3 credits |
| MGT 0210-366 Organizational Behavior BS Finance Requirement |
3 credits |
| 0209-420 Wealth Management BS Finance 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 |
|---|---|
| FIN 0209-450 International Finance BS Finance Requirement |
3 credits |
| FIN 0209-480 Student Investment Fund BS Finance Requirement |
3 credits |
| DSC 0207-373 Mangement of Productions/Operations BS Finance Requirement |
3 credits |
| Art Elective (A) Distribution Requirement 2 of 2 Art Courses |
3 credits |
| 0209-430 Derivative, Capital & Money Markets BS Finance Requirement |
3 credits |
| 15 credits |
| Course | Credits |
|---|---|
| ACC 0201-402 Federal Income Tax II BS Finance Requirement |
3 credits |
| ACC 0201-403 Advanced Accounting BS Finance Requirement |
3 credits |
| Art Elective (A) Distribution Requirement 2 of 2 Art Courses |
3 credits |
| BUS 0204-468 Business Policy & Strategy BS Finance Requirement |
3 credits |
| Free Elective | 1 credit |
| 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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