Finance Area of Emphasis - Distance
9 hours (3 classes) + 6 hours (2 classes) electives
All organizations, large and small, must effectively invest and manage their capital. The finance function is critical in both for-profit and not-for-profit organizations. Job opportunities exist for finance graduates in almost all industries including the financial services industry and positions within the finance area of corporations. Finance graduates manage capital for large organizations and their independent business units as well as small organizations.
Students pursuing the Finance emphasis complete 9 semester hours in their area of emphasis beyond Core courses and any required Preparatory courses, plus 6 hours selected from other Areas of Emphasis.
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Course Descriptions
FNCE 629-3.0. Investment Management and Analysis.
The theory of investment management and security values is presented. Topics include portfolio management; the analysis of investment risks and objectives; the analysis and use of investment information; the development and application of the tools for determining value; and analysis of common stock, bonds, options, and futures. Distance MBA course. Tuition differs from on-campus courses. Prerequisite: FNCE 609. (On-campus equivalent: FNCE 620).
FNCE 649-3.0 International Financial Management.
Uses the fundamental tools of financial analysis to assess the risks and opportunities for firms operating in an increasingly global economy. Special emphasis will be placed on the opportunities that arise from both market imperfections and the increasing integration of financial markets worldwide. Focuses on the international financial environment, the measurement and management of foreign exchange rate risk, and global funding and investment opportunities using both quantitative and qualitative decision tools to exploit opportunities and control risk. Distance MBA course. Tuition differs from on-campus courses. Prerequisite: FNCE 609. (On-campus equivalent: FNCE 640).
FNCE 659-3.0 Managerial Economics and the Business Cycle.
Study of the forces affecting the US and global business cycle. Interpretation of business cycle indicators and their implications for financial planning and decision-making. Topics include interest rates and inflation, the conduct of monetary policy, aggregate supply and demand, and employment levels. Presents concepts, tools, and methods of economic analysis relevant to decision-making within the firm. Distance MBA course. Tuition schedule differs from on-campus courses. Prerequisite: FNCE 609. (On-campus equivalent: FNCE 650).
