Program Overview
Prepare to make a difference as an effective, ethical financier. Our experienced faculty will guide and grow you. You'll have opportunities for experiential learning, including managerial finance, international economics, portfolio management. In our Financial Markets Lab, you'll learn to use Bloomberg Terminals to analyze financial data and metrics. You'll even have a keycard to access the lab at any time.
You'll have internship and study abroad opportunities. You'll be part of the Lipscomb team that competes against other universities in the TVA Investment Challenge. You and your team will manage a portfolio of securities on TVA's behalf. Each team competing will be responsible for security selection, portfolio balancing and other fund management decisions. With rigorous and relevant curriculum, chances for hands-on learning and real-life experience, you'll have the foundation you need to thrive.
Courses
Business Core (49 hours*) and Other Required Courses for B.B.A. Degree
All majors in the B.B.A. degree must complete the following courses:
- AC 2503 - Financial Accounting
- AC 2513 - Managerial Accounting
- BA 3403 - Enterprise Systems, Reporting and Visualization
- BA 3703 - Business Communication
- BA 3803 - Business Values
- BA 4503 - Business Strategy
- EC 2413 - Principles of Microeconomics
- EC 2403 - Principles of Macroeconomics
- ENT 2503 - An Introduction to Business
- FI 2503 - Business Analytics
- FI 3503 - Principles of Finance
- MA 2183 - Elementary Statistics
- MG 3503 - Leading and Managing People
- MG 3613 - Legal Aspects of Business I
- MG 4813 - Data Driven Decision Making
- MK 3503 - Principles of Marketing
- OSCM 3503 - Operations and Supply Chain Management
- UN 1321 - Personal Finance
Select three hours from the following international courses:
- BA 3603 - Fundamentals of International Business
- AC 4803 - Global Business, Culture, and Travel to [insert destination]
- FI 4803 - Global Business, Culture and Travel to [insert destination]
- MG 4803 - Global Business, Culture and Travel to [insert destination] or
- MK 4803 - Global Business, Culture and Travel to [insert destination]
Note:
* There are 49 hours in the business core. EC 2413 and MA 1113 are also included in the general education requirements.
Total hours required in addition to the B.B.A. requirements: 24
Specific courses required:
- FI 2303 - Financial Markets & Institutions
- FI 3703 - Equity Investments
- FI 390V - Internship in Finance
- FI 4343 - Fundamentals of Real Estate
- FI 4813 - Investment Fund Management
Concentrations (pick one)
Corporate Finance
- FI 3012 - Corporate Finance
- FI 3603 - International Economics and Finance
- FI 4032 - Investment Banking
- FI 4062 - Financial Modeling
Personal Financial Planning
- FI 3643 - Financial Planning
- FI 4042 - Insurance Planning
- FI 4052 - Retirement Planning
- FI 4072 - Tax Planning for High Net Worth Individuals
Note:
At least a grade of "C" is required for all upper-division finance courses included in the major. The course must be re-taken if a grade lower than "C" is received.
Our Faculty
Career Paths
Financial Analysts
Financial analysts provide guidance to businesses and individuals making investment decisions. They assess the performance of stocks, bonds, and other types of investments.
Financial Examiners
Financial examiners ensure compliance with laws governing financial institutions and transactions. They review balance sheets, evaluate the risk level of loans, and assess bank management.
Personal Financial Advisors
Personal financial advisors provide advice on investments, insurance, mortgages, college savings, estate planning, taxes, and retirement to help individuals manage their finances.
