Bachelor’s Degree 
in Finance (Online)

Finance careers can be as diverse as the financial markets themselves. Risk assessment, for example, might mean something different to a bond broker than it does to a hedge fund manager. As different as those careers may be, though, they all require a keen understanding of our financial system; the ability to plan for both short-term and long-term success; and above all, a strong work ethic.

If you provide the work ethic, Monroe’s Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) in Finance can help with the rest. Our online BBA program at the School of Business and Accounting will teach you what you need to know to begin your finance career. 

Whether your goal is to work in a government agency, a major financial institution, or the finance department of a multinational corporation, you’ll learn the skills you need to keep growing throughout your career. And thanks to innovative online learning technology, you can do it on a schedule that works with your busy life. 

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Finance careers are as dynamic as they are stable. There are many paths for advancement throughout your career — and they’re growing in number. According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, BBA Finance jobs will be on the rise for at least the next decade and beyond. 

The demand for sales agents of securities, commodities, and financial services could grow more than twice as fast as the national average for all occupations. So could financial analyst positions. And openings for financial managers and financial examiners could increase by more than five times the average.

Online students at our School of Business and Accounting get the same curriculum, the same expert faculty, and the same unparalleled support as our on-campus students. Your instructors — executives and analysts who’ve made their name in one of the finance capitals of the world — are ready to share their real-world experience with you, no matter where you are.

From them, you’ll learn about: 

• Financial markets
• Investment management
• Monetary policy 
• International finance
• Financial management
• Financial statement analysis
• Corporate finance
• Capital structure
• Short-term and long-term debt financing
• Asset management
• Securities, stocks, and bonds

You’ll also have the opportunity to venture into real-world business settings with an internship that’s built into the curriculum. With an online BBA in Finance, you can put financial and monetary theory into practice — and build valuable business contacts even before you graduate. 

How Long Does It Take to Get a Bachelor’s Degree in Finance Online?

You can earn your online BBA in just eight (8) semesters. That’s less than three (3) years when studying full-time. 

Online Finance Degree Requirements:

120 total credits

• 60 credits of major-related courses (including field experience)
• 60 credits of general education and related courses

Monroe’s School of Business and Accounting also offers both on-campus and hybrid study options. 

Learn more about our on-campus BBA in Finance. 

The Online Module: 2 Courses, 7½ Weeks

If you’re interested in the flexibility of online classes, but aren’t sure they’re for you, we can help. our innovative module program lets you try it remote learning before committing to a fully online degree. 

Over 7½ weeks — just half the time of a regular semester — you can take two (2) online finance classes to see how they work with your learning style. Whether you continue your studies online or on campus, you can apply the module credits you’ve already earned toward your degree.

All applicants to the online BBA program must submit: 

• Either a high school graduation credential or high school equivalency diploma, or a recognized college associate degree or higher as listed in the transfer admissions policy.
• A completed application for admission, as well as a personal statement or essay.

Applicants also participate in a pre-admission interview.

Learn more about how to apply to Monroe University.

How Much Does an Online Finance Degree Cost? 

A BBA degree in Finance can give you the tools to help others set long-term financial goals — but before you can do that, you have to make a long-term plan for yourself. You don’t have to do it alone, though. At Monroe, we offer financial aid counseling that’s second to none. 

Our dedicated financial aid counselors will start working with you from the moment you apply, helping you to find every grant, scholarship, and loan for which you qualify. We also partner with more than 400 organizations to provide Corporate Partnership Grants for their employees. If you’re eligible, you could receive a grant covering up to 20% of your tuition. 

All of this is in addition to our already affordable tuition and fees. Our commitment to making quality education affordable is why we’re consistently on U.S. News & World Report’s list of Best Value Schools among Regional Universities North. 

Learn more about financial aid opportunities.

A Bachelor’s Degree in Finance prepares you for a wide variety of careers. Whether you choose to go into the corporate, government, or nonprofit sector, you’ll be able to help organizations and individuals to make informed financial decisions. BBA Finance jobs include:

• Banker
• Financial manager
• Credit counselor
• Credit analyst
• Personal financial advisor
• Financial risk specialist
• Brokerage clerk

You’ll also have the credentials continue your education. By earning your Master of Business Administration or Master of Public Administration from our King Graduate School, you can increase your marketability even further. 

At Monroe, we believe that real-world learning is the cornerstone of a great education. That’s why, as a Finance major, you’ll have the opportunity to put your knowledge to the test with internship opportunities in banking, business, nonprofit management, and more.

You can also build your professional network through the many clubs and organizations for students at the School of Business and Accounting, which include: 

• The Delta Mu Delta International Honor Society in Business connects students and alumni from across the country. The society also offers a number of annual scholarships to qualifying members.
• The National Association of Black Accountants, Inc. (NABA) offers networking opportunities for Black business students through an online career center, Regional Student Conferences, and more. (Monroe’s NABA chapter has repeatedly demonstrated their excellence by winning the association’s New York Fall Case Study competition three times.) 
• The Association of Latino Professionals for America (ALPFA) connects Latino students with internship opportunities at hundreds of companies. The association also promotes students’ professional development through workshops and scholarship opportunities. 
• Monroe's Center for Entrepreneurial Excellence 

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