Southeastern Louisiana University

What you'll study

The programme combines core business foundation courses with specialised finance and financial management services modules. You will study fundamental topics such as financial accounting, managerial accounting, microeconomics and macroeconomics, business statistics and principles of management before moving into focused finance coursework.

• Core finance courses: corporate finance, investments, financial markets and institutions, international finance and financial statement analysis.
• Financial management services specialisms: personal financial planning, retirement and estate planning, insurance and risk management, tax considerations for financial planning, and consumer lending.
• Quantitative and analytical skills: business statistics, quantitative methods for finance, and spreadsheet modelling for financial analysis.
• Professional development: ethics and regulation in finance, business law, and communication for financial professionals.
• Experiential learning: internship or practicum placements with regional banks, advisory firms or corporate finance departments, and a senior capstone or practicum project integrating technical and client-focused skills.

Entry requirements

Entry is at the undergraduate level and typically requires a high-school diploma or equivalent. Applicants should have completed secondary-level mathematics and English; coursework in economics, accounting or computer applications is helpful preparation. Admission considers academic transcripts and preparedness for university-level work.

• Transfer applicants may be admitted with college credits; transcripts from prior institutions are reviewed for transferability and prerequisite fulfilment.
• International applicants must meet the university's English proficiency requirements and provide certified academic records in accordance with standard admission procedures.
• Some students begin as general business majors and declare the finance major after completing foundational business and mathematics requirements; academic advising supports course planning and progression.

Career prospects

Graduates are prepared for a range of roles in financial services and corporate finance. The programme emphasises both technical analysis and client-facing skills, making alumni competitive for entry-level positions and for professional certification pathways.

• Common entry roles include financial analyst, investment analyst, credit analyst, loan officer, and commercial banking associate.
• For those focused on personal finance, opportunities include financial planner, wealth management associate, insurance advisor and retirement planning specialist; the degree provides a foundation for pursuing professional credentials such as CFP or other regulatory licences.
• Other paths include corporate treasury, risk management, real estate finance, and roles in financial operations or compliance. Graduates also go on to graduate study in finance, business administration or related fields.

Why study at Southeastern Louisiana University

Southeastern offers a regionally engaged business education with an emphasis on applied learning and close faculty mentorship. The programme is designed to connect classroom theory with practical experience through internships, practicum projects and collaborations with local and regional employers.

• Smaller class sizes provide opportunities for direct interaction with faculty who combine academic and practitioner experience in finance and financial planning.
• The university’s location provides access to internship and employment networks across the Gulf South, including banking, insurance and wealth management firms in nearby urban centres.
• Students benefit from career services, student finance organisations and practicum opportunities that support professional development, networking and preparation for industry certification or graduate study.