Finance (BBA)
The Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) in Finance aims to prepare students to understand, analyze and apply the principles that govern financial activities in the local, national and global context.
The Program trains the student to use instruments of analysis in solving problems and in formulating decisions in the areas of corporate finances, public finances, insurance, real estate, banking and investment.
Students must pass the required core and major courses with a minimum grade of C.
This Program, in the San Germán Campus, is accredited by the International Assembly for Collegiate Business Education (IACBE), located on 11374 Strang Line Road, Lenexa, Kansas, USA.
This Program, in the Bayamón Campus, is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Business Schools and Programs (ACBSP) (https://www.acbsp.org/).
The Bayamón, Metropolitan, Ponce and San Germán campuses are authorized to offer this Program. The Ponce Campus is authorized to offer this Program through online education.
Competencies Profile of Graduates
The Program is designed to develop the competences that allow the student to:
Knowledge
Demonstrate knowledge and understanding:
- of the decisions of the financial regulators and the government fiscal policies to stabilize the economy and how these affect the company or business where they work.
- of the processes related to the stock markets and the possible causes of volatility.
- trends in financial markets and regulations and decisions of the government sector.
Skills
- Apply knowledge of finance regarding the best use of financial resources and assets of the company to achieve the highest profitability of the business.
- Apply mathematical formulas that facilitate decision-making about the best use of money and investment projects.
- Use electronic means to calculate and evaluate financial indicators.
- Develop financial strategies to maximize returns on investments.
- Analyze financial data of the company and compare them with those of the sector or industry to which they belong while evaluating its competitive position and its possibilities of growth.
Attitudes
- Recognize the importance of the interrelation that exists between their functions and those of their colleagues within the company.
- Demonstrate an attitude of trustworthiness, honesty, responsibility, and discretion in the handling of financial matters assigned to them.
- Maintain cordial relations with their co-workers, superiors, suppliers, and clients.
Requirements for the Bachelor of Business Administration Degree in Finance
| General Education Requirements |
48 credits |
| Core Course Requirements |
41 credits |
| Major Requirements |
27 credits |
| Prescribed Distributive Requirements |
6 credits |
| Elective Courses |
3 credits |
| Total |
125 credits |
General Education Requirements - 48 credits
Forty-eight (48) credits are required as explained in the section “General Education Requirements for Bachelors’ Degrees.” Students in this Program will take GEMA 1200 in the Basic Mathematical Skills category.
Core Course Requirements - 41 credits
Major Requirements - 27 credits
Prescribed Distributive Requirements - 6 credits
Select two of the following courses: