Finance
Bachelor of Science in Business Administration
Introduction
Help individuals and organizations meet their financial goals.
Finance is about understanding how money works — how it is raised, invested, and managed to make smart decisions that create value for individuals, businesses, and communities.
The finance major at John Carroll University, combines theory with real-world learning to prepare you for a wide range of professional paths, including corporate finance, banking, and investments.
Rooted in ethical decision-making, the program emphasizes practical skills, real-world application, and opportunities to learn directly from industry professionals.
Graduates are highly sought after by leading corporations, financial institutions, and organizations in Cleveland, Northeast Ohio, and financial centers like New York and Chicago.
Gain Real-World Experience
Manage a real investment fund. Visit financial hubs in the U.S. and abroad. Participate in global financial competitions. Intern with a company in Cleveland or beyond.
Earn Coveted Credentials
Prepare for the Chartered Financial Analyst designation. Complete the self-paced Bloomberg Market Concepts e-learning course, demonstrating your experience with the gold standard financial markets data platform.
Connect with Classmates & Professionals
Join organizations like the Finance & Wealth Management Association and the Investment Club. Network with peers and alumni, take trips to financial centers, and gain wisdom from industry speakers.
Get Personalized Career Support
Build your personal brand with support services, career coaches, and networking opportunities that are tailored for Boler College of Business students.
Academics
Program Overview & Outcomes
Finance applies fundamentals from economics, accounting, and mathematics to aid in financial decision-making. At JCU, finance majors build a solid foundation through the liberal arts while also engaging with ethical principles throughout the business and major curriculum. Combined with experiential learning opportunities, this approach develops graduates who are both skilled and values-driven.
Upon graduation, you’ll be prepared to:
- Launch a career in financial management with the potential to lead.
- Pursue high-quality graduate studies in a variety of fields, especially business.
- Seek further professional certification in finance or a related field.
Consider a double major in finance and financial planning and wealth management, expanding career opportunities.
Related Programs
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Pathways
Your Path Forward Starts Here
Plan your future from day one. Finish faster with accelerated degrees or secure your spot with early assurance partnerships.
4 years
Bachelor of Science in Business Administration
Explore JCU's Finance program, blending theory and hands-on experience, preparing you for rewarding careers in banking, investment, and financial services.
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Your MBA, Accelerated
Future in Focus
Nine graduate credits count toward both degrees—building executive-level skills while completing your bachelor's. You pay your undergraduate tuition rate with financial aid applied. An MBA for the cost of a few extra courses.
Onward
JCU's Distinct Promise
Pathways are just the beginning.
Onward makes them happen.
From your first semester forward, Onward connects your goals with the people, experiences, and support that help you build momentum with purpose.
Complementary Minors
Expand your knowledge and boost your marketability with a minor. Finance majors may be interested in options such as:
Careers
Where Our Alumni Go
JCU finance alumni thrive in careers in investment banking, private equity, risk management, real estate finance, and governmental agencies. Some go on to pursue MBAs and others start their own financial planning businesses.
