Finance Minor
Azusa, USA
DURATION
LANGUAGES
English
PACE
Full time
APPLICATION DEADLINE
01 May 2025*
EARLIEST START DATE
Jan 2025
TUITION FEES
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STUDY FORMAT
On-Campus
* priority application deadline for out-of-country students (recommended deadline)
Introduction
You’ll learn to steward the financial resources of individuals, corporations, or financial institutions with ethics and integrity.
Program at a Glance
The School of Business and Management cultivates students' skills, faith, and character to become business leaders who inspire change.
- Program Units: 24
- Location: Azusa (Main Campus)
Gain Hands-on Experience
- Boost your résumé by earning nationally recognized microcredentials.
- Learn from faculty-mentors how to manage risk and investments.
- Explore ethical stewardship of finances through a Christian perspective.
Program Details
The finance minor is for students interested in the stewardship of the financial resources of individuals, corporations, or financial institutions. As future managers, students learn the principles and applications of financial analysis, management, and strategy, and gain experience in portfolio construction and management. This program equips students with the theoretical understanding and practical skills necessary to evaluate and direct decisions regarding the allocation of financial resources among a variety of competing opportunities, with the goal of maximizing the value of the resources managed.
Admissions
Scholarships and Funding
You might think that a private college education is beyond your reach, but there are many financial resources available to help make an Azusa Pacific education a reality. APU students may take advantage of three basic types of financial aid: scholarships and grants, education loans, and student employment.
Scholarships and Grants
Scholarships and grants are considered “gift aid” and do not require repayment. They can come from federal, state, or private sources. Scholarships are typically merit-based, meaning they are awarded depending on demonstrated academic ability or other specific talents.
Scholarships are often available from sources outside of APU. You can search for these scholarships through websites. The Student Services Center is sometimes notified of scholarships available through APU departments or local organizations and can provide information about any available scholarships on request.
Education Loans
Education loans are usually repaid after graduation, may be deferred until after graduate school, and often have very low interest rates.
Military Benefits
Military members—and in some cases their spouses and dependents—qualify for financial assistance covering tuition, housing, and books. Azusa Pacific is a Yellow Ribbon University and Military Friendly School, so you can be confident that you’ll receive the benefits and flexibility you need to complete your education.
Student Employment
On-campus student employment is available for students needing additional income to pay for education-related expenses. APU students also find work off campus in the surrounding community.
Net Price Calculator
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Curriculum
Required Courses
- BUSI 100 Personal Finance 1 3
- BUSI 110 Business and Entrepreneurship 1 3
- FIN 300 Business Finance for Managers 3
- FIN 330 Financial Analysis F 3
- FIN 432 Investment Analysis S 3
- FIN 433 Applied Portfolio Management F 3
Select two of the following: 6
- FIN 352 Financial Markets and Institutions F
- FIN 372 International Trade and Finance S
- FIN 436 Financial Risk Management F
- FIN 439 Seminar in Finance
Program Outcome
Students who successfully complete this program shall be able to:
- Demonstrate knowledge in multiple business disciplines, including management, finance, marketing, accounting and economics.
- Identify and solve business problems using analytical and critical thinking skills.
- Demonstrate the ability to evaluate business decisions based on a Christian perspective.
- Discipline Knowledge: Students will be able to demonstrate knowledge of financial concepts.
- Discipline Problem Solving/Strategy: Solve core financial problems, or analyze financial situations and provide strategy for effectiveness.
Career Opportunities
Top Occupations by Income
- Chief Executives
- Financial Managers
- General and Operations Managers
- Postsecondary Teachers
- Financial Risk Specialists
- Financial and Investment Analysts
- Personal Financial Advisors
- Budget Analysts
- Compensation, Benefits, and Job Analysis Specialists
- Credit Analysts