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Finance Degree (B.S.)

North of New York City, An AACSB-Accredited Program

with Real-World, Hands-On Opportunity

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Why study Finance at Marist University?

The Finance program at Marist University prepares students for careers in financial services and investment management through hands-on learning and analytical coursework. Students develop skills in financial analysis, markets, and decision-making while working with real financial data and applied projects. Through experiential opportunities and exposure to financial environments, students gain practical experience in investing and financial strategy. The program prepares graduates for careers in finance and related fields.

Program Distinctions

AACSB-Accredited

Accredited by AACSB, a distinction held by approximately the top 5% of business schools worldwide.

Graduate Success

95% of School of Management graduates are employed or pursuing graduate study within six months of graduation*.

Student Learning Outcomes >

* Based on a five-year average from Marist’s annual outcomes report (knowledge rate: 86.8%).

Real-World Experience

Hands-on experience through the Center for Business Experience, including the Investment Center with Bloomberg terminals and the student-managed Greystone Fund, as well as Red Fox Financial, a student-run credit union.

Diverse Faculty Expertise

A rigorous, analytics-focused curriculum taught by faculty with professional experience in finance and industry, emphasizing data-driven decision-making and market analysis.

NYC and Global Opportunity

Access to New York City’s financial sector and global markets, including internships and professional experiences with organizations such as JPMorgan Chase, Goldman Sachs, and Morgan Stanley, as well as study opportunities in Florence and more than 30 countries worldwide.

Career-Focused Finance Courses That Prepare You for Your Future

What do you learn in a university finance program? At Marist, Finance students start with a foundation in financial theory and build the practical skills employers seek in today's competitive marketplace. Coursework incorporates hands-on experiences solving real-world business and investment challenges and gain analytical skills needed to interpret financial data. Whether as a major or a concentration, a Liberal Arts foundation combined with financial studies provides a well-rounded experience that connects classroom learning to professional success.

*A student can double major in Finance and Business Administration, but cannot declare a Finance concentration if they choose to double major. They can earn one of the other four concentrations only; Marketing, Entrepreneurship, Management, or International Business.

BS in Finance

The B.S. in Finance provides a comprehensive foundation in financial markets, corporate finance, investments, and business strategy while allowing students to tailor their studies toward their career goals through advanced electives. Students can deepen their expertise through courses such as:

  • Mergers & Acquisitions
  • Real Estate Finance and Investments
  • Financial Distress
  • Financial Markets

These career-focused courses help prepare graduates for roles in investment banking, wealth management, corporate finance, financial analysis, commercial banking, and related fields.

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BS in Business Administration, Finance Concentration

Students pursuing a B.S. in Business Administration with a Finance concentration combine core business courses with focused financial studies. This pathway prepares students to understand how financial decisions drive business success while developing skills valued across industries. Courses for the Finance concentration include:

  • Investment Analysis
  • Corporate Finance
  • Financial Statement Analysis 

By pairing finance coursework with studies in marketing, management, operations, and organizational behavior, students graduate prepared for a wide range of business and finance careers.

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From Classroom to Career: Hands-on Learning Opportunities

Students pursuing Finance, whether as a major or a concentration, apply theory and technical skills through hands-on learning experiences. Some of the opportunities available to students include:

  • The Investment Center - features 16 Bloomberg terminals that provide real-time financial market data, a stock ticker, and tools like Morningstar and Valueline
  • Greystone Equity Fund - Marist's $400,000 student-managed investment fund embedded in an upper-level experiential finance course
  • Red Fox Financial - a student-powered credit union that provides financial services for the Marist community
  • Saxbys - a student-run cafe
  • Redstone Fund - The Investment Club's student-managed fund, open to all Marist students

Learn from Financial Experts

The faculty members within Marist's Finance department come from a variety of industry backgrounds. The experiences they share with students results in well-rounded professionals entering the field. Due to our small class sizes, our faculty are able to provide one-on-one attention to each of our students, advising them on their unique paths toward successful careers. Meet a few of our faculty members below, or view all Finance faculty >

 

Xiaoli Wang

Dr. Xiaoli Wang graduated from Rutgers University with a Ph.D. in Finance and an MBA degree. Before she joined Marist, she worked in the finance industry for many years, holding leading research positions in top financial companies, such as Bear Stearns (now a JPMorgan company) and Bank of America Securities. Dr. Wang has taught a variety of finance courses at both the undergraduate and graduate level. She looks forward to sharing her knowledge and experience with Marist students.

Brian Haughey

Dr. Brian Haughey is Associate Professor of Finance and Director of the Investment Center at Marist University. A former Wall Street structured-finance executive with 15 years of securities-industry experience, his expertise includes fixed income, structured finance, derivatives, risk management, and investment analysis. He was twice named to Irish America magazine’s Wall Street 50.

Meghana Vaidya

Professor Vaidya brings both industry and academic perspectives to the finance classroom, drawing on her background in wealth management and research in corporate finance and investments. She mentors students through the Investment Club and the student-run Redstone Fund, helping them gain practical experience analyzing markets, evaluating investment opportunities, and managing a live portfolio.

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Landing an Internship with Goldman Sachs

"The School of Management Mentorship Program and getting involved with organizations like BLK Capital Management have been ultimate game changers for me at Marist," said Tyler Street. "The mentorship program helped me get the Goldman Sachs internship, as well as so many other opportunities that wouldn’t have been possible without it."

Tyler Street secured a highly competitive summer analyst internship at Goldman Sachs' AYCO Consumer Wealth Management Division and will be headed to Chicago. Street points to the many experiences he's had access to both on and off campus as helping distinguish him from other candidates.

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Marist University's Finance Degree Frequently Asked Questions

At Marist University's Dyson Center, students can utilize the Investment Center, which simulates a New York City Wall Street trading floor. The Center is equipped with 16 Bloomberg terminals that offer real-time financial market data, a stock ticker, and tools such as Morningstar and Valueline. This allows students to access up-to-date global market information, news, and analytics, providing valuable experience for those pursuing the Finance major.

Learn more about Marist's Investment Center >

At Marist University, the student-managed investment fund, known as the Greystone Fund, allows participants to manage a real-money portfolio valued at $400,000. This equity fund is part of a three-credit finance elective, offering students hands-on experience in managing a portion of the Marist endowment. Participants learn equity and fixed-income valuation, financial modeling, technical analysis, and portfolio management, preparing them for careers in asset management, investment banking, and financial analysis.

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Students who pursue Marist University's Finance degree program can explore roles in asset management, investment banking, and financial analysis. Career positions include:

  • Commercial Banker
  • Financial Advisor
  • Hedge Fund Manager
  • Risk and Credit Analyst

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