Bachelor of Science in Business with a Concentration in Finance

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Bachelor of Science in Business with a concentration in Finance

The tactful management of a company’s finances can be the difference between success and failure. Astute professionals understand the role education plays in developing the competencies necessary to be a decision maker and leader in finance. Whether earning your finance degree online or at one of more than 100 campuses nationwide, you’ll build competencies in financial practices that could help you lead in this field.

*Maryland residents completing this program will earn a Bachelor of Science in Business with an emphasis in Finance.

What you'll learn

How to afford your degree

Use the information below or speak with a Finance Advisor to better understand your financial options. You'll also find out how you may be able to lower your out-of-pocket expense and what options may be available to help you fund your education.

How to get started

Talk with an advisor to learn more about the admissions process and choose your degree program.

The curriculum of the Bachelor of Science of Business with a concentration in Finance degree program consists of 120 credit hours. To view all the courses you’ll need to complete this degree program, visit our General Education requirements page.

Core courses

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Make your work experience count

University of Phoenix allows you to apply relevant learning, work and life experiences to college credits through the Prior Learning Assessment process. Speak with an advisor to find out if you can fulfill some elective, interdisciplinary and/or general education courses by going through the PLA process.

Make your enrollment decision easier with our tuition tool

From finding the right college to finding time for your other work and family responsibilities - we know you have a lot on your mind. That's why we offer the tools you need to better understand your financial commitment and the Finance Advisors who can help you understand your options.

How much will it cost?

Knowing your cost commitment up-front can help you successfully plan for your degree program.

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Cash Plan

Review our Cash Plan, which gives you the option to pay course-by-course as you pursue your education.

Scholarships

Scholarships pay for tuition-related expenses and don't need to be paid back. Your advisor can help you find scholarships that you may be eligible for.

Prior Learning Assessment

Learn about how you can fulfill some credit requirements from prior experience, professional training, licenses, certificates and transcripts from previously attended colleges and institutions.

Federal Financial Aid Plan

Investigate federal financial aid options including government grants and loans. Your advisor will help you check your eligibility.

Third-party billing

Under the Third-Party Billing Plan, University of Phoenix directly bills an approved employer for a student's tuition. To find out if your company supports direct bill, speak to your human resources department or one of our advisors.

Need more information?

An advisor can help you review your options and choose the one that’s best for you.

How can I use my Military benefits?

Whether you're serving on Active Duty, are a member of the Reserve or National Guard, or are the spouse of a military member, you're eligible for a reduction in tuition. Our special military tuition rates combined with some of the resources below can help you get started in your pursuit of a degree.

The Federal Military Tuition Assistance Program

With federal military tuition assistance, you may receive 100% federal Tuition Assistance for your military service.

Montgomery GI Bill

At University of Phoenix, you can apply your Montgomery GI Bill-Active Duty, or your Montgomery GI Bill-Selected Reserve to your educational costs.

Post 9/11 GI Bill

If you're a veteran or military servicemember who served a minimum of 90 combined days on active duty after September 10th, 2001, you may be eligible for Post 9/11 GI benefits.

Active Duty Spouse Benefits

As a military spouse, you may be eligible for financial assistance that can help you pursue your degree.

Benefits of this degree program

Develop in-demand, 21st century-skills.

Throughout the bachelor’s degree in Finance program, you’ll gain skills to help you deal with increasingly complex business environments by learning competencies such as critical thinking, decision making, technology, marketing and more — along with complementary business theories in management, organizational behavior, economics, strategic management and finance. Graduates will learn to:

» Integrate business functions to help meet strategic goals.

» Utilize business disciplines to make better decisions and provide viable solutions to organizational challenges.

» Apply foundational skills to a variety of essential business tasks.

Gain knowledge from faculty with working know-how.

University of Phoenix faculty members have work experience in the fields they teach, offering you insiders’ views of what’s happening in the business world.
Experience our 800,000+ member academic social network.

Connect to other ambitious learners through PhoenixConnect® — our academic social network. Here, you can interact with students and faculty, collaborate on projects or simply share ideas with members from all around the country — all from the comfort of your computer.

Is this the right program for you?

If you have questions about this program, the easiest, most efficient way to get your questions answered is to speak with an Enrollment Advisor.

The Presidents' Alliance

University of Phoenix has joined the Presidents’ Alliance for Excellence in Student Learning and Accountability, which is part of the nonprofit group the New Leadership Alliance. As a volunteer member of the Presidents’ Alliance, we have made a commitment to significantly improve assessment of and accountability for student learning outcomes.

Learning outcomes

To fulfill that commitment and to engage in continuous improvement of programs, University of Phoenix has reported on the learning outcomes for our degree programs, as well as the process of gathering and analyzing the information. Our aim is to share student outcomes to monitor the effectiveness of our programs and enable improvement.

Review the learning outcomes report for the Bachelor of Science in Business program.

While widely available, not all programs are available in all locations or in both online and on-campus formats. Please check with a University Enrollment Advisor.

A business school designed by business for business

The University of Phoenix School of Business prepares students for the 21st-century business world by collaborating with business leaders to develop programs that align with employer needs.

World-class faculty who've been in the boardroom

School of Business faculty members hold master's degrees or higher and have an average of 20 years of experience as CEOs, CFOs, COOs, presidents and more.

Expanded learning opportunities in our academic social network

The PhoenixConnect^® academic social network provides you with opportunities to extend your reach beyond your classroom to network with ambitious learners worldwide.

Advisors who are committed to your success

We provide each student with advisors who are committed to your success from the moment you ask about University of Phoenix to the day you graduate.