Bachelor of Science in Business • Minor
Finance
A Finance degree prepares you to evaluate risk, interpret markets, and guide smart financial decisions. You’ll build skills in investment analysis, financial strategy, and capital management, positioning yourself for careers in banking, corporate finance, and wealth management.
Dig Deeper Into the program
Explore how coursework in financial analysis, markets, and planning builds the quantitative skills and strategic thinking needed to guide financial decisions in business and financial services.
Degrees Offered
- Bachelors and minor
Start Terms
- Fall or Spring
Program Format
- On-campus
- Select classes available online to provide added flexibility for students
Credit Hours & Timeline
- Total credits required: 120
- Typical completion time: 4 years
- Credits for minor: 18
Curriculum Highlights
- Core courses in corporate finance, investments, and financial markets study
- Financial planning, risk management, and portfolio strategy coursework
- Data-driven analysis using financial modeling and forecasting tools
- Ethics-infused study of financial law and responsible decision-making
Applicants for admission are evaluated based on the following criteria to gain full admission.
- High school record of cumulative GPA of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale. An applicant for a degree program must have graduated or will have graduated with 16 high school units from an accredited high school. The college preparatory program is strongly recommended to high school students. Ordinarily this program includes four years of English and two years of social studies, science, and mathematics.
- College/university record of cumulative GPA of 2.5 on a 4.0 scale, if applicable.
Applicants who do not meet the following criteria and show potential for success may be reviewed for an alternate admissions pathway.
Students who have successfully completed the General Education Development Test (GED) and have not accumulated at least 12 collegiate level semester hours credit at a regionally accredited institution with a 2.5 GPA or better will follow the Alternate Admissions Pathway.
Applications open July 1 for the upcoming academic year. CSM follows a rolling admission process, reviewing applications as they are received. We encourage students to apply early for priority consideration for scholarships, housing, and financial aid.
The Mercy Core is CSM’s general education curriculum and the foundation of every degree. Rooted in the Critical Concerns of the Sisters of Mercy, it integrates ethics, reflection, and action to prepare women to lead with purpose and advance justice in their communities.
Your Roadmap to Admission
From application to enrollment, we guide you through each step with clarity and personal support so you can focus on what matters most and take the next step toward your future.
Why Choose CSM?
Master the Numbers That Move Markets
Develop the quantitative discipline to evaluate investments, assess risk, and interpret financial performance with precision.
From Theory to Portfolio Strategy
Apply financial models, forecasting tools, and market analysis techniques to real scenarios that mirror professional finance environments.
Lead with Authority
In a women-focused setting, you gain the confidence to speak into financial strategy conversations and influence high-stakes decisions.
Ethics in Every Equation
Grounded in Mercy values, you learn that financial leadership carries responsibility — balancing profitability with integrity and long-term impact.
Tuition & Aid
Investing in your education is a big decision, and you do not have to navigate it alone. Every admitted full-time undergraduate student is guaranteed a merit scholarship, and CSM offers additional aid and personalized guidance to make your degree attainable. Our team will walk you through your options so you can move forward with clarity and confidence.
Finance Career Outlook
Careers in finance continue to grow as organizations rely on experts to manage budgets, investments, and financial strategy. According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, business and financial occupations are projected to grow faster than average, with steady demand across industries.

Business By The Numbers
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Offered within the Business program
Students can tailor their education to their interests and goals, exploring new areas and graduating with skills aligned to today’s business landscape.
100% of STUDENTS
Get hands-on experience through internships
Students gain practical experience, valuable professional connections, and the confidence to transition smoothly and successfully from college to career.
?% of Graduates
Have jobs within six months of graduation
Students can have confidence that their degree leads to real opportunity, strong career placement, and a meaningful start in their chosen profession..
Our Students In Action
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Accreditation
The Assurance of Accreditation
The assurance of regional accreditation means that our degrees have been evaluated for their outcomes — including how well they prepare you to meet the needs of your employers, yourself and our global society. College of Saint Mary is accredited by The Higher Learning Commission.
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