The program in finance provides students with solid theoretical and practical knowledge of domestic and international finance in the areas of corporate finance, financial derivatives, investments, portfolio management, financial markets, and institutions. Graduates from the finance program are prepared to enter positions in corporations, financial institutions, brokerage houses, investment banks, and the government as corporate finance officers, bank officers, and investment and credit analysts. Graduates from the program also are well-prepared for postgraduate studies in all areas of business.