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Finance Concentration - Business Administration

Grand View's Finance Concentration prepares students for a variety of finance positions in the public and private sectors. You’ll gain experience through hands-on activities both inside and outside the classroom to help you connect finance theory to the real world and find the right place to use your skills. Among the many topics you’ll study are global finance, investments theory, macroeconomics, portfolio management, and budgeting. With this knowledge, you’ll be prepared to solve finance-related business problems for a wide variety of organizations.

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The Grand View University Business Administration degree with concentration in finance has been accepted into the Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) Institute University Affiliation Program, which indicates that holders of this degree will have had over 70% of the CFA body of knowledge covered though their degree program. Affiliation with the CFA program also means that Grand View students have access to scholarships covering a substantial portion of the cost of the CFA exams they take while studying at Grand View.

Degree Level:

Undergraduate Programs

Program Type:

Concentration

Format:

Full Time/Part Time, In-Person, Online

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Why Grand View?

  • Personal attention from faculty with real world business experience and expertise
  • Powerful internship program to gain real world experience
  • Rigorous academic preparation
  • CFA Institute University Affiliate
  • Ability to customize your degree to fit your career goals
  • Available completely online!

Student Testimonials

Dr. Alec Zama

“Alec Zama has always pushed me to do my best. When needing help, he always goes out of his way to find the resources to help me. Every time I receive an accomplishment, he ensures to recognize it by sending a quick "congratulations" email. He is one of my go-to persons.” - Magda Almendarez

Dr. David Hannum

“Dr. Hannum reached out to me when I reached a low point in the semester, with life throwing many curve balls and the pressure got overwhelming and so intense, I was going to quit. Dr. Hannum emailed, texted and reached out to me to encourage me to take one bite at a time and that there are opportunities to finish strong. Even the strongest have weaknesses. I am so grateful for his encouraging words of wisdom and showing me that he really cared as a person. I will forever remember the impact he made on my education and my choices of hanging in there. Today, I know I am still a student through hard work, determination to not let go of a dream and encouragement from Dr. Hannum. He really has made a difference in my life. Thank you. The entire staff was willing to work with my situation. Grand View University really cares about their students.” - Regina King

Degree Combinations

You may also be interested in one or more of the following:

Program Details

Finance is an exciting major with plenty of career opportunities. Contrary to popular belief, it’s also a major that requires both analytical skills and a healthy dose of creativity. Above all, it will help you develop multiple skill sets at once, offering you a great chance of success in several industries after graduation.

Course Requirements (15 credits)
BSAD 420
 Investments
 3 credits
BSAD 422
 Intermediate Corporate Finance
 3 credits

Take 3 courses from:

ACCT 411
 Income Tax
 3 credits
BSAD 252
 Introduction to Personal Finance
 3 credits
BSAD 341
 Business Law II
 3 credits
BSAD 350
 Insurance and Risk Management
 3 credits 
DATA 433 Finance Analytics
 3 credits
ECON 315
 Money, Banking, and Financial Markets
 3 credits
ECON 415 International Finance
 3 credits

The Grand View University Business Administration degree with concentration in finance has been accepted into the Certified Financial Analyst (CFA) Institute University Affiliation Program, which indicates that holders of this degree will have had over 70% of the CFA body of knowledge covered though their degree program.

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Tuition & Scholarships

At Grand View University, your tuition supports instruction delivered by knowledgeable and experienced faculty who uphold our tradition of exceptional teaching. Additionally, we are dedicated to offering a high-quality education at the most affordable cost.

Transfer Credits

No matter what major you’re thinking about, you may be able to transfer in as many as 75 credits from a community college or junior college. If you have an A.A. or A.A.S. from an Iowa community college, you will be automatically admitted at junior status.

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Is Finance Right For Me?

Here are some questions to ask yourself when deciding if a finance major is right for you:

  • Am I interested in math and statistics?
  • Am I a creative problem-solver who is able to overcome challenges by coming up with innovative solutions?
  • Am I interested in figuring out how to help companies increase their revenue?
  • Am I a good communicator who is able to express my ideas clearly and effectively?

If you responded “Yes” to all of the above, then being a finance major might just be for you!

Career Outlook

How Much Do Finance Majors Earn?

The salaries of finance majors vary widely depending on the careers you choose to pursue. While accountants earn an average salary of $81,680 per year in 2024, management analysts and personal financial advisors earned upwards of a $100,000 average salary (U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics)

It is important to note that industry and years of experience are factors that will impact salary. This should give you confidence in your future earning potential as you progress within your career.

Career Options

  • Accountant/Auditor
  • Budget Analyst
  • Financial Planner/Advisor
  • Investment Banker
  • Portfolio Manager
  • Risk Analyst/Manager

News

Grand View Student Recognized as Distinguished Attendee at CFA Society Iowa’s 60th Anniversary Dinner

April 28, 2025
Dr. Ryan Anderson, Board Certified Career Coach

February 17, 2025

Faculty

Dr. Oscar Aguilar
Dr. Oscar Aguilar

Associate Professor of Analytics
Marsha Aldridge

Lecturer of Business Administration
Susan Andersen

Lecturer of Business Administration
Dr. Ryan Anderson
Dr. Ryan Anderson

Professor of Business Administration
Tom Annis
Thomas Annis

Lecturer of Finance
Hamid Awan

Lecturer of Business Administration
Dr. Kip Bottenfield
Dr. Kip Bottenfield

Professor of Business Admin
Dr. Scott Bull
Dr. Scott Bull

Associate Professor of Business Administration
Edward Bull

Lecturer of Business Administration
Benjamin Canham

Lecturer of Business Administration
Dr. Terri Deems

Lecturer of Business Administration
Laura Eaton
Laura Eaton

Lecturer of Business Administration
Sarah Engquist

Lecturer of Business Administration
Brenda Gill

Lecturer of Business Administration
Dr. David Hannum
Dr. David Hannum

Lecturer of Business Administration
James Henscheid

Lecturer
Mark Hicks

Volunteer
Shelley Hill

Administrative Assistant
Sandra Jennings-Hammond

Lecturer of Business Administration
Marquis Jones

Lecturer of Business
Kayleigh Jones

Lecturer of Business Administration
Dr. Shannon Juergens
Dr. Shannon Juergens

Professor of Business Administration & Dept Chair
Dashle Kelley

Assistant Professor of Finance
Laura Kinnard

Lecturer of Business Administration
Jeff Knight

Lecturer of Business Administration
Paul Leavenworth
Paul Leavenworth

Lecturer of Business Administration
Bonnie Leonhardt

Lecturer of Business Administration
Jacob Lovell

Lecturer of Business Administration
Emina Machovsky

Lecturer of Business Administration
Randy Mead

Lecturer of Business Administration
Mike Miller

Lecturer of Business Administration
Doug Mitchell
Doug Mitchell

Instructor of Analytics
Roger Nowadzky
Roger Nowadzky

Lecturer of Business Administration
John Peterson

Lecturer of Business Administration
Renee Pile

Lecturer of Business Administration
Jordan Prantner

Lecturer of Business Administration
Anna Quanbeck

Lecturer of Business
Casey Randles

Lecturer - Sports Management
John Savoia

Lecturer of Business
Bradley Smerage

Lecturer of Business Administration
Levi Stacey

Lecturer of Business Administration
Thomas Turner

Lecturer of Business Administration
Dmitry Yarushkin
Dmitry Yarushkin

Professor of Practice of Business Administration, Level III
Dr. Alec Zama
Dr. Alec Zama

Professor of Business Admin/Econ

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