Specialization in Finance

Competencies Profile of Graduates for the Specialization in Finance

The Master in Business Administration (MBA) with a specialization in Finance is designed to develop skills that enable students to:

Knowledge

Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of:

1. the theoretical principles and practice of finance.
2. the accounting, economic and financial principles in decision making in enterprises or in the government.
3. the variables that influence or determine the financial decisions in the company, the government or in investment markets.

Skills

1. Use accounting, economic and financial terminology accurately in their relationships or profession.
2. Apply necessary information to be able to make the best financial and business decisions.
3. Work as a team in the search for solutions and contribute effectively to the achievement of the company's goals.

Attitudes

1. Recognize the importance of ethical and socially responsible behavior in all of its dimensions.
2. Assess the economic and financial situation of the current world and its impact on daily life of citizens and companies.
3. Recognize the importance of having a global vision of business, of management, of government and to perceive the challenges of the future.

Requirement for the Specialization in Finance - 15 credits

Required Courses - 9 credits

BADM 6190	Advanced Corporate Finance	3
BADM 6230	Investments	3
BADM 697B	Integration Seminar in Research in Finance	3

Two courses selected from following:

BADM 6150	Public Finance and Fiscal Policy	3
BADM 6200	International Business Finance	3
BADM 6220	Monetary Theory and Policy	3
BADM 6240	Financial Markets	3