2019-2020 Academic Catalog [Archived Catalog]
Courses
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100-299 - Lower division undergraduate |
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300-499 - Upper division undergraduate |
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500-699 - Graduate |
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700-799 - Doctoral |
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FIN 215 - Personal Finance
Credits: Three (3)
Studies the basic analytical tools needed for personal financial planning and decision making. Topics covered will include the monitoring and management of personal finances, protection of financial resources, financial investment and growth, and long-term financial planning.
Prerequisite: MATH-116 or higher
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FIN 312 - Principles of Finance
Credits: Three (3)
Students examine basic financial management of business firms: a) procurement, b) allocation and c) control of funds; corporate financial behavior; financial instruments and markets; and the analysis and interpretation of investment and profit performance.
Prerequisite: ACCT-210, ACCT-211
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FIN 319 - Financial Institutions
Credits: Three (3)
This course examines the functions and practices of the major types of financial institutions in our economy. Students will understand the basic operations of - and issues surrounding - commercial banks, thrifts, insurance companies, mutual funds, pension funds, finance companies, venture capital firms, investment banks, and brokerage firms. Students will also learn the basic functions of the Federal Reserve System.
Prerequisite: ECON-201, FIN-312
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FIN 350 - Survey of Careers In Finance
Credits: One (1)
This course will expose students to various careers in financial services, including corporate finance, commercial banking, investment banking, financial advising, money management, insurance, operations support, compliance, etc., for those trying to choose a career path.
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FIN 351 - Succeeding as a Financial Advisor
Credits: One (1)
This course is intended to provide prospective and new financial advisors with the perspective required to be a better decision maker and to avoid some of the most common pitfalls of new advisors.
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FIN 352 - Investment Banking
Credits: One (1)
This course is an in-depth look at raising capital on Wall Street through investment banking. Students will learn to distinguish between primary and secondary markets, equity issues, bond issues, IPOs, private placements, and careers in investment banking.
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FIN 353 - Financial Services Compliance And The Regulatory Environment
Credits: One (1)
Financial Services firms all share a common concern - regulatory compliance. This course covers the core compliance issues that someone considering, or training for, a career in financial services will face, including ethics, privacy, advertising and correspondence, trading and prohibited transactions, product appropriateness, fiduciary requirements and social networking.
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FIN 354 - Commercial Bank Management
Credits: One (1)
This course is an introductory look at how commercial banks are managed. Students will examine interest rate risk management, loan portfolios and the regulatory environment of commercial banks. Careers in commercial banking will be explained.
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FIN 355 - Understanding Insurance
Credits: One (1)
This course covers the role of insurance in managing risk. Various types of insurance, including property/casualty, life, health, disability, professional and mortgage, will be explained. Students will examine careers in the insurance industry.
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FIN 356 - International Financing Decisions
Credits: One (1)
This course examines international financing considerations regarding foreign direct investment, international capital andamp; money markets, multi-national firm operations, and the diversification of portfolios through foreign securities. Additionally the course will cover importing andamp; exporting procedures, international trade law, customs andamp; compliance, intercom terms andamp; insurance, financing foreign trade, and currency risk.
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FIN 357 - Securities Operations
Credits: One (1)
This course will examine the mechanics of trading securities, options, and futures. This includes quotation, order activation, order execution, settlement, and clearing. Students will examine various order types, required documentation andamp; communications, relevant regulations, and prevalent procedures associated with trading various financial instruments. Additionally, students will learn about the tools necessary for the transfer of funds, the systems in place for trading of financial instruments, and the technical necessities of a modern broker-dealer.
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FIN 370 - Intermediate Finance
Credits: Three (3)
This is an advanced course in financial management of corporations. Topics include valuation techniques, risk and capital budgeting, capital markets, investment banking, long term debt and lease financing, common and preferred stock financing, dividend policy and retained earnings and international financial management. Emphasis will be put on current events in finance and the relationship between finance and the economy.
Prerequisite: BUS-241, FIN-312
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FIN 401 - Financial Industry Exam Preparation 1
Credits: Three (3)
This course prepares students for licensing in the securities industry. The course exposes students to topics in the securities industry, including governmental regulation, necessary documentation, the role of a broker/dealer, the role of a registered representative, opening client accounts, equity securities, debt securities, options, funds, annuities, and suitability requirements.
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FIN 415 - Securities Analysis/Investment Techniques
Credits: Three (3)
Students are introduced to financial investment alternatives, security markets, analytical techniques and portfolio management theories.
Prerequisite: FIN-312
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FIN 420 - Sport Finance
Credits: Three (3)
This course explores contemporary examples from marketing sponsorship, facility construction and sport law to illustrate the crucial role that money plays in any sport business. Emphasis is placed on understanding how the receipt, disbursement and utilization of funds can foster future growth in the sport businesses. The course will deal with such issues as sports financial analysis, capital structuring and capital budgeting, profitable distribution systems and the management of financial risk.
Cross-listed: SPTM-420
Prerequisite: FIN-312
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FIN 450 - Financial Planning
Credits: Three (3)
This course involves the study of financial planning and the process involved in helping clients determine and meet their financial objectives. Investment strategies and wealth management will be considered along with retirement planning and the transfer of an individual’s estate after death.
Prerequisite: FIN-215
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FIN 496 - Special Studies
Credits: One (1) to Four (4)
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FIN 497 - Topics in Finance
Credits: Three (3)
This course will cover timely advanced topics within financial services.
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FIN 499 - Financial Services Internship
Credits: Three (3)
Internship in Financial Services.
Prerequisite: Permission of supervising faculty
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FIN 601 - Financial Industry Exam Preparation 1
Credits: Three (3)
This course prepares students for licensing in the securities industry. The course exposes students to topics in the securities industry, including governmental regulation, necessary documentation, the role of a broker/dealer, the role of a registered representative, opening client accounts, equity securities, debt securities, options, funds, annuities, and suitability requirements. Additionally, this course challenges student to apply security industry fundamentals through projects and case studies.
Prerequisite: FIN-630
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FIN 620 - Financial Statement Analysis
Credits: Three (3)
This course will provide the skills necessary to interpret and analyze financial statement information by discussing the four key financial statementsand analyzing the financial information to evaluate profitability, liquidity and risk. Topics also covered include traditional ratio analysis and interpretation, accounting rules and quality of earnings, warning signs of financial distress, and SEC reporting requirements.
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FIN 621 - Investment Alternatives And Portfolio Construction
Credits: Three (3)
The practical management of portfolios containing varied financial assets. This course examines the issues in, and the procedures for, portfolio management. There is an emphasis on personal portfolio management by individual investors.
Prerequisite: FIN-630
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FIN 625 - Financial Institutions, Money and the Economy
Credits: Three (3)
This course helps students understand the functions of money and the financial system in the economy. It examines the functions and main products and services of the major types of financial institutions, and how they manage their business risks. Students will analyze the operations of and the issues faced by commercial banks, thrifts, insurance companies, mutual funds, pension funds, finance companies, venture capital firms, investment banks, and brokerage firms.
Students will review the applications of the time-value-of-money concept and analyze the behavior of interest rates. They will study the economics of money supply, the banking system, and monetary policy. Students will learn the basics of central banking and the Federal Reserve System. After taking this course, students will understand the workings of the financial system and the goals and limitations of monetary policy; they will have a more-informed perspective on the various issues surrounding money, finance, and government policies related to money and banking.
Prerequisite: FIN-630
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FIN 630 - Corporate Financial Policies
Credits: Three (3)
Students examine areas of concern for financial managers: the
financial analysis of the firm, including ratio analysis and fixed
and variable cost analysis.
Prerequisite: ACCT-610
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