Why Study Finance?
Finance is about solving real-world problems. Learn how businesses raise and allocate capital, investors build wealth, and financial markets shape the global economy. Develop the analytical skills to make decisions that create value.
Prepare for a Successful Finance Career
Explore career opportunities in finance while building technical expertise and professional confidence through Bloomberg and ARGUS training, alumni mentoring, speaker series, and structured career development.
Practice Finance Through Real-World Experiences
Apply classroom knowledge through the Student Managed Fund, financial modeling, equity research, internships, and experiential projects.
Experience the Finance Profession Firsthand
Apply classroom knowledge through the Student Managed Fund, financial modeling, company valuation, equity research, Bloomberg, internships, and experiential projects.
The Finance Major (B.S.)
The Finance major builds expertise in corporate finance, investments, valuation, financial modeling, and financial markets. Students develop the analytical, quantitative, and communication skills to evaluate opportunities, manage risk, and create value in a global economy.
In-Demand Skills
- Financial modeling and valuation
- Investment and portfolio analysis
- Bloomberg and ARGUS proficiency
- Strategic financial decision-making
- Professional communication and presentation
- Leadership, teamwork, and collaboration
Customize Your Finance Education
Build a strong foundation in finance before choosing one of three concentrations.
Corporate Finance – Develop expertise in financial modeling, valuation, mergers and acquisitions, and strategic financial decision-making.
Investment Management – Study investments, portfolio management, and equity research while gaining hands-on experience through the Student Managed Fund.
Real Estate – Explore real estate finance, investment analysis, development, and industry-standard tools such as ARGUS.
The Finance Minor
27 Credit Hours | 1.5 to 2 semesters of coursework
The Finance minor helps students understand financial concepts that influence businesses, markets, and personal decisions. It complements a wide range of majors by strengthening analytical and quantitative reasoning.
Where This Can Take You
A Finance degree opens doors to diverse careers across business, financial markets, and real estate. Whether your interests lie in banking, corporate finance, asset and wealth management, consulting, or commercial real estate, you'll graduate prepared to make an immediate impact.
Investment & Asset Management
Students learn how to evaluate investments, assess risk, and make informed financial decisions through coursework and hands-on experience.
Sean McDermott ‘26 gained real-world investment experience through Trinity's Student Managed Fund, where he executed a $500,000 trade and developed portfolio management skills before accepting a full-time position with investment banking firm Stephens Inc.
Banking, Consulting & Financial Services
Strong analytical and communication skills support careers in banking, consulting, financial planning, and advisory services.
Corporate Finance & Business Strategy
Students learn how organizations evaluate investments, assess financial performance, and make strategic decisions that support long-term growth.
Trinity's finance team advanced to the Americas Sub-Regional round of the CFA Institute Research Challenge, applying valuation, financial modeling, and investment analysis skills in competition against universities nationwide.
Graduate Study and Professional Advancement
Graduates continue into MBA programs, finance master's programs, and professional certifications while building careers in leadership, investment analysis, and financial services.
Advising and Next Steps
Students interested in Finance are encouraged to:
Talk with your academic adviser about how finance fits into your schedule, explore introductory coursework in economics, accounting, math, or business, and review the official course catalog for current requirements and policies.