Finance | Major

About the Finance Program at Lake Erie College

The Finance Major is designed for students seeking a deeper understanding of the financial environment in which businesses operate. This program offers insights into the workings of the financial system, investment vehicles for both individuals and institutions, portfolio management, and risk management in a global economy. Students will develop a strong foundation in financial theory and practice, equipping them to apply their knowledge to solve business and personal financial challenges. The program builds upon the core business administration curriculum, with a focus on financial management for corporations and money management.

Requirements for the Finance Major

To complete the Finance Major, students must earn 57-59 semester credits, including:

• Accounting Principles I

• Accounting Principles II

• Senior Seminar

• Principles of Macroeconomics

• Principles of Microeconomics

• Intermediate Macroeconomics

• Intermediate Microeconomics

• Corporate Finance

• Intermediate Corporate Finance

• International Financial Management

• Financial Systems

• Investments

• Business Law I

• Marketing Principles

• Introduction to Management

• Business Statistics

• Organizational Behavior

Finance Group I

Students are required to take a minimum of 2 courses from the following:

• Management Information Systems

• Econometrics

• Internship in Finance

• Financial Planning

• Applied Decision Models

• Operations Management

• Human Resources Management

Graduate Preparation

The Finance Major curriculum is designed to accelerate students' development as business leaders. The program uses collaborative projects, case studies, and internships to prepare students for graduate-level study. All programs offered by the School of Business provide excellent preparation for further academic pursuits.

Internships

Internships in a wide variety of fields allow students to apply their learning and explore potential career opportunities. Lake Erie College emphasizes the personal, intellectual, and professional development of students, helping them bridge the gap between theory and practice. Employers recognize that Lake Erie College business graduates are ready to succeed, bringing strong analytical skills, effective communication, a practical teamwork approach, and personal initiative to the workplace.