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The Financial Economics Major provides a comprehensive foundation to launch your career in finance.

Students majoring in Financial Economics are prepared to work in a variety of industries. These include financial institutions such as major banks, insurance companies, investment companies, and many government agencies. Students master the fundamentals of economics as well as finance and develop an understanding of the critical role corporate finance and financial institutions play in shaping the national and global economy. Students who major in Financial Economics are well prepared to enter graduate school in either Finance or Economics. Financial Economics students may enroll in the 4+1 MBA program during their senior year. This option enables students to graduate with two degrees in five years: a Bachelor of Science in Financial Economics degree and a Master of Business Administration.

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Current Topics in Finance
Fundamentals of Investing
International Economics and Finance
Macroeconomic Theory
Money and Banking.

Career Future

Graduates with a major in Financial Economics can pursue careers in a variety of fields including:

Banking
Insurance firms
Money management
Investment banking
Government
Financial Advisor

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“ "Coming out of high school and my first year of college I really got into the stock market and gained a major interest in the field of finance. I originally came in as a Business Management major but switched to Financial Economics after my freshman year. I realized I was interested in working in personal finance with portfolio and wealth management which made the Financial Economics major a perfect fit. I chose the Mount because I loved the environment and close community feel everywhere on campus. I was drawn to the school by athletics and was sold by the people on campus that made it feel like home. The small, student focused classes were also an important aspect to me and they have paid dividends for having success in the classroom. I would say my educational experience here at the Mount has been exceptional. The professors in the financial economics and business department are tremendous, always willing to assist and help their students in any way that they can. The professors get to know you personally and want to help you succeed not only in the classroom but want to help you professionally in your desired field in any way they can." Brice McGee Financial Economics '21 & MBA '23

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Business - Financial Economics

The Financial Economics Major provides a comprehensive foundation to launch your career in finance.

Financial Economics at the Mount

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