Finance

The BS in finance is affiliated with the CFA organization. Upon completion of the curriculum students are eligible to take the CFA level 1 exam. Scholarships are available for this licensing exam which enhances the student’s ability to attain a position in the investment banking industry. The CFA is an internationally recognized license and designation. Earning in significantly enhances one’s career path.

A second path in finance is approved by the Certified Financial Planner (CFP) Standards Board. Upon completion of the degree, students are eligible to take the CFP licensing exam. A CFP license enhances ones opportunities in the wealth management industry. Internships and Co-op opportunities are available for students in both of these finance areas.

Silberman College also maintains a Student Managed Investment Fund where investment decisions are made by student participants. Students in finance may participate in the Quinnipiac Game Challenge, the Bloomberg Trading Challenge and the CFA research challenge competitions. Silberman College maintains 24 Bloomberg terminals for student use on both the Madison and Florham campus. Students at all three campuses may participate in the student managed investment fund.