Finance is the study of value. Using basic principles from the fields of accounting, economics, and statistics, finance involves analysis of financial institutions, financial markets, and financial concepts. Finance majors can emphasize the study of markets or the study of financial management practices.

Prerequisites for all business major and minor programs include completing eight Foundation courses with a grade point average of 2.5 or higher and a grade of "C' or better in each course, and a minimum 2.0 cumulative grade point average for all course work at NEIU.

The program components leading to a Bachelor of Science degree with a major in Finance are:

Please note that, including Foundation Courses, completion of the sequence of courses leading to a baccalaureate degree requires at least 6 semesters.