Mercy College

What you'll study

The BBA in Business Administration — Finance is a professionally oriented undergraduate degree that blends foundational business disciplines with focused study in finance. The programme typically includes core courses in accounting, economics, management, marketing and business law, alongside quantitative modules such as statistics and business analytics. Finance-specific modules commonly cover financial management, investments, corporate finance, banking, risk and insurance, and financial institutions.

Students usually complete a mixture of required core courses, finance concentration courses and electives. Typical finance topics you can expect include:

• Principles of Finance and Financial Accounting
• Corporate Finance and Financial Statement Analysis
• Investment Analysis and Portfolio Management
• Banking and Financial Institutions
• Risk Management and Insurance
• Financial Markets and Institutions
• Applied Financial Modelling and Spreadsheet Skills
• Business Analytics and Quantitative Methods for Finance

Many students also take elective courses in areas such as international finance, real estate finance, financial planning, entrepreneurship and business ethics. The programme emphasises experiential learning: expect case studies, group projects, internship or practicum opportunities, and a capstone or senior project that integrates finance theory with real-world decision-making.

Entry requirements

Applicants are normally expected to hold a high school diploma or equivalent with a solid academic record and demonstrated readiness for university-level study in business. A background in mathematics is important; courses such as algebra, precalculus or calculus at secondary level are helpful preparation. Admissions decisions take into account academic transcripts, personal statements, and references. Mature applicants and those with relevant work experience are welcome to apply and may be considered through alternative admission routes.

International applicants must demonstrate English language proficiency through recognised tests or approved institutional pathways. Specific programme or departmental prerequisites and any placement testing will be outlined by the college during the admissions process.

Career prospects

Graduates of the Finance concentration move into a range of roles across financial services and corporate settings. Typical entry-level positions include financial analyst, credit analyst, banking associate, junior investment analyst, treasury analyst and roles in corporate finance or commercial lending. With experience or further study, graduates progress to positions in portfolio management, financial planning, risk management, compliance, and senior corporate finance roles.

The degree also provides a foundation for professional qualifications (for example in accounting or financial planning) and postgraduate study such as a Master of Business Administration (MBA) or specialised masters in finance, accounting or risk management.

Why study at Mercy College

Mercy College offers a student-centred learning environment with relatively small class sizes and faculty who combine academic expertise with professional experience in business and finance. The college’s location provides access to internship and employment networks in the regional financial services market, enabling students to gain practical workplace experience alongside academic study.

The programme places a strong emphasis on applied skills — financial analysis, modelling, communication and ethical decision-making — supported by career services, internship placement assistance and an alumni network. These features help students build the technical and professional competencies employers expect in finance roles.