COURSE CURRICULUM

The Finance major at Northwood University is structured to provide students with a complete understanding of both financial principles and core business operations across the duration of the undergraduate program. The curriculum begins with foundational business courses such as accounting, economics, management, marketing, business law, and information systems, which help students build a clear understanding of how organizations function in competitive markets. As students progress through the program, they begin to specialize in finance through courses that cover corporate finance, money and banking, investment planning, financial markets, portfolio strategy, risk evaluation, and global financial systems. The curriculum is intentionally designed to balance theory with practical learning, ensuring that students are not only familiar with textbook concepts but also able to apply them in real organizational settings. Through case studies, applied projects, financial data analysis exercises, and exposure to real market scenarios, students learn how financial decisions influence profitability, sustainability, and strategic direction within companies. In addition to classroom learning, the program incorporates industry-relevant engagement opportunities such as internships, workshops with finance professionals, and access to business simulations, allowing students to experience how financial management plays a role within modern business environments. The curriculum also encourages the development of communication, analytical thinking, leadership, and ethical decision-making skills, preparing graduates to confidently enter banking institutions, investment firms, corporate finance departments, consultancy roles, or entrepreneurial ventures. By the end of the program, students have developed both quantitative competence and strategic business awareness, enabling them to evaluate financial risks, interpret market behaviors, create financial plans, and contribute to long-term organizational growth. The Finance curriculum is therefore structured to move students from introductory business knowledge to advanced financial expertise, ensuring that they graduate as capable and industry-ready finance professionals.