University of Memphis

What you'll study

The programme builds a foundation in business and core finance topics then moves into specialised modules that reflect both corporate and personal financial practice. Early coursework covers principles of microeconomics and macroeconomics, financial accounting, business statistics and business law to give a broad business context.

• Core finance modules: corporate finance, managerial finance, financial statement analysis, and capital budgeting.
• Investments and markets: portfolio management, securities analysis, fixed income and equity markets, and introduction to derivatives.
• Financial institutions and markets: banking, financial intermediation, risk management and regulatory environment.
• Financial management services / personal finance: financial planning, insurance, retirement planning, estate planning and taxation as they relate to client-focused services.
• Quantitative and technical skills: business statistics, applied financial modelling, spreadsheet and database skills, and use of market terminals and data feeds.
• Experiential learning: internship placements, practicum or capstone projects with real-world clients, case studies and opportunities to participate in student investment and finance clubs.

Entry requirements

Admission is to the undergraduate business college and typically requires a high school diploma or equivalent with a competitive academic record. Applicants are expected to have completed college-preparatory mathematics; coursework in algebra, precalculus or calculus is recommended. Successful applicants usually present a well-rounded transcript with strong grades in quantitative subjects, a personal statement or application essay, and any requested supporting documents.

Transfer applicants should provide official college transcripts and may have to meet minimum GPA thresholds for entry to upper-division business and finance courses. As with most university programmes, non-academic factors such as work experience, extracurricular involvement and letters of recommendation can strengthen an application.

Career prospects

Graduates are prepared for a wide range of roles across corporate, public and private sectors. Typical entry-level positions include:

• Financial analyst roles in corporations, banks and asset managers
• Commercial lending and credit analysis
• Wealth management and financial planning for individuals and families
• Risk management and insurance underwriting
• Corporate treasury and cash management
• Roles in fintech, financial operations and compliance

The degree also provides a foundation for professional qualifications (for example, Chartered Financial Analyst, Certified Financial Planner and other industry credentials) and for further study at master’s level in finance, accounting or business administration.

Why study at University of Memphis

The University of Memphis’ business programmes are taught through its business college, which emphasises applied learning and connections with the regional financial community. Students benefit from internship and networking opportunities with banks, corporate headquarters and financial institutions in the Memphis metropolitan area, access to finance-focused student organisations and experiential learning labs.

Faculty combine academic research with practical industry experience, and the curriculum is designed to develop both technical competence and professional skills such as communication and ethical decision-making. The college also supports career development through dedicated career services, employer engagement and preparation for industry examinations.