Finance

Dr. Kenneth Kopecky, Chair
Office: Speakman 329
(215) 204-8279
kkopecky@sbm.temple.edu
http://www.sbm.temple.edu/~kkopecky

Dr. Connie Mao, Undergraduate Faculty Advisor
Office: Speakman 206B
(215) 204-4895
mconnie@sbm.temple.edu
http://www.sbm.temple.edu/~mconnie

Finance plays a central role in the operation of the economy and is at the heart of the resource allocation system. Individuals often come in contact with financial instruments (money, stocks, bonds, etc.) and financial institutions and need to understand the role of the financial system in managing their lifetime financial portfolio.

Finance majors typically have one of four career objectives: (1) a position in the finance department of a business firm; (2) a position in a financial institution, such as a bank, investment bank, or mutual fund; (3) a career in the area of financial investments; and (4) a position with a government or non-profit organization.

Finance majors are encouraged to become involved in the Financial Management Association/National Honor Society (FMA/NHS). This student professional organization offers students the opportunity to meet business leaders in the financial industry, hosts career development seminars, and maintains a resume book. The Financial Management Association is open to all business majors. To join the National Honor Society division of this organization, students must meet admission requirements. For more information, please contact Dr. Jonathan Scott at scottjon@surfer.sbm.temple.edu or the FMA executive officers at (215) 204-6673.

SUMMARY OF REQUIREMENTS

Students must attain an overall GPA of 2.75 or higher to become a Finance major, and must maintain a 2.75 GPA overall and in the major to graduate as a Finance major. Students pursuing the Finance major will be evaluated at 45 s.h. and every semester thereafter to determine their eligibility to remain in the major.

REQUIREMENTS OF MAJOR