Finance
The major in finance is designed to develop an understanding of the financial aspects of the contemporary economy, the operation of financial institutions, and the financial management of business operations. The program offers three primary focuses.
Corporate
Emphasizes financial management of the firm and focuses on financial analysis, planning, control, and formulation and implementation of corporate financial strategy. The objective of this option is to prepare students for careers as financial managers of corporations or other for-profit or non-profit organizations.
Investments
Emphasizes security and portfolio analysis, the trading and creation of the various instruments within the markets, and the management of assets and liabilities. The objective of this option is to prepare students for careers as financial analysts and to begin the preparation of students for the Level I test of the Certified Financial Analysis (CFA) designation.
Real Estate
Prepares students for careers in the diverse field of real estate. The program is designed to acquaint students with real estate brokerage, management, appraisal, acquisition, lending, and development with particular emphasis on real estate appraisal, finance, and investment.
Where Business Takes Flight
Coggin College of Business empowers students to soar—combining academic excellence with practical experience to prepare you for success in today’s dynamic business world.
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Major Curriculum
Undergraduate Curriculum
IMPORTANT NOTICES:
- Curriculum listed below is for the current academic year. Please see an advisor for an OFFICIAL program of study.
- You must complete prerequisites before registering for any course. Refer to the Course Catalog for details.
- View the My Osprey Map [Course Sequence Guide] to keep on track for graduation – should be used in consultation with an academic advisor after admission to UNF.
- A student may receive credit for a course only once. However, the GPA will reflect all repeated courses.
- This program is subject to a student fully admitted into the Coggin College of Business.
- An approved transient application is required prior to registering for courses at another institution. Students are not allowed to enroll in courses at another institution during their last semester at UNF.
- Minor Curriculum
UNF’s undergraduate Finance program at the Coggin College of Business prepares students to understand how money moves through organizations, markets, and the global economy. With focused pathways in Corporate Finance, Investments, and Real Estate, students gain hands‑on skills in financial analysis, planning, valuation, and strategy—while building a strong foundation for careers as financial managers, analysts, or real estate professionals. Designed with real‑world application in mind, the program also supports students interested in professional credentials such as the CFA, helping graduates enter the workforce confident, competitive, and ready to lead.
Common job titles include:
- Financial Analyst
- Corporate Finance Analyst
- Budget Analyst
- Treasury Analyst
- Cost Analyst
Contact
Russell Triplett
Interim Chair, Accounting and Finance
r.triplett@unf.edu
(904) 620-5248
Elise Fellows
Office Manager
elise.fellows@unf.edu
(904) 620-2633