University of Maine

What you'll study

The programme combines core business fundamentals with specialised finance coursework to build practical and analytical capabilities. Study begins with foundational subjects and progresses to applied finance topics and a culminating experience.

• Core foundations: introductory finance, financial accounting, managerial accounting, micro‑ and macroeconomics, business statistics and principles of management.
• Intermediate and advanced finance: corporate finance, investment analysis and portfolio management, financial institutions and markets, fixed income and equity valuation.
• Quantitative and risk skills: business statistics, econometrics or quantitative methods for finance, risk management and derivatives.
• Applied and professional practice: financial modelling, ethics and regulation in finance, case studies, and a senior capstone or practicum that integrates classroom learning with real‑world financial problems.
• Electives and concentrations: students can choose electives in areas such as personal financial planning, international finance, corporate treasury, mergers and acquisitions, or financial technology depending on availability.
• Experiential learning: internships, industry projects, and opportunities to work with financial databases and software through the school are emphasised to develop workplace readiness.

Entry requirements

Admission to the bachelor programme is based on a secondary school diploma (or equivalent) and a competitive academic record. Successful applicants typically have strong performance in quantitative subjects and preparation in English.

• Secondary school completion with demonstrated achievement in mathematics (algebra and preferably pre‑calculus or calculus) and coursework in English.
• Transcripts from secondary education; domestic applicants follow the university's standard undergraduate admissions process.
• International applicants must meet the university's requirements for secondary credentials and English language proficiency.
• Submission of standardized test scores is subject to the university's current policy; elective materials such as a personal statement, résumé, or references can strengthen an application.
• Students transferring from other institutions will be evaluated for transfer credit and typically need a record of college‑level coursework in relevant areas.

Career prospects

Graduates are prepared for a wide range of roles across the financial services and corporate sectors. The programme emphasises practical skills employers value, such as financial analysis, modelling and regulatory awareness.

• Asset management and investment analyst roles
• Corporate finance positions such as financial analyst, treasury analyst or finance associate
• Commercial banking and credit analysis
• Financial planning and wealth management
• Risk management, compliance and insurance underwriting
• Financial consulting, advisory services and business analytics
• Further study and professional qualifications (e.g. MBA, CFA, CFP) for advanced technical or leadership roles

Why study at University of Maine

The University of Maine offers this programme through its business school with a focus on combining theory and practice. Students benefit from faculty with both academic and industry experience, access to applied learning opportunities, and institutional support for internships and career placement.

• Emphasis on experiential learning including internships, industry projects and a senior capstone that connect students with employers.
• Opportunities to develop technical competence in financial modelling, quantitative methods and the use of professional finance tools and databases.
• Support services such as academic advising, career services and networking events that help translate classroom learning into career outcomes.
• Flexible elective options that allow students to tailor the degree toward corporate finance, investments, financial planning or related areas.