What is Finance?
The financial sector consists of institutions (ranging from banks to insurance companies to the Federal Reserve) that channel funds to different private and public needs for capital. The financial sector thus impacts everyone, shaping important decisions at every level of society, from households paying for college to trade between nations. And the finance field needs smart, ethical professionals to make it all work.
Why Study Finance at Assumption?
Earning a finance degree at Assumption University will provide you with a better understanding of how capital is allocated as well as the acumen you’ll need to set yourself apart as a job candidate or to further your studies in graduate school. Finance majors at Assumption have the opportunity to experience a variety of experiences in the financial field, both in and outside of the classroom. From internships at global and local firms to real-world investment trading through the Greyhounds Investment Club, this major at Assumption is designed to provide you with the skills and knowledge to succeed in diverse industries.
Smriti Rao, Ph.D
Faculty
Experiential Learning
Assumption's Rome Campus
At Assumption's campus in Rome, Italy, the city and the country become your classroom through daily and weekend-long excursions throughout "the eternal city" and the Italian countryside. This unique study abroad experience will enrich your academic and cultural pursuits as you walk in the footsteps of emperors and gladiators then enjoy delectable Italian cuisine or perhaps a cappuccino after class in a local cafe. (Did you know that your financial aid follows you to Rome?)
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Faculty/Student Research
The Assumption curriculum encourages scholarly and real-world experience. With hands-on research conducted alongside faculty mentors, students gain a depth of knowledge and skills that lead to professional success and personal fulfillment.Study Abroad
At Assumption University, the world is your classroom. Students can study and explore abroad in over 50 places from Vienna, to England, South Africa, and even our own campus in historic, yet modern, Rome, Italy. Assumption’s study abroad program offers culture, history, and a living classroom for all.Internships
Assumption starts planning for your future the day you arrive on campus. Our Career and Development Internship Center helps students secure exciting and fulfilling internships where you’ll apply knowledge obtained in the classroom in a professional setting, preparing for a future career or additional study. Assumption connects students to internship opportunities in corporations, government agencies, research hospitals, non-profit organizations, and more.
Stephen Picard
Economics 2017
Commercial Real Estate Broker, NAI Plotkin
“The liberal arts education at Assumption has helped me develop a broad knowledge of all fields. While I have learned personal investment strategies, I have also learned how to think critically and observe all potential outcomes. These experiences will help me hold conversations with all clients I will encounter in the commercial real estate market.”
Griffin O'Connor
Finance 2024
“ The Finance major has been great for my knowledge and success in the finance world. It has not only given me real world knowledge but made it easier for me to stand out against other candidates for jobs and internships in the industry. The professors are always available and looking to help their students succeed.”
First-rate Academics in a Catholic University Setting
Assumption University awakens in students a sense of wonder, discovery, and purpose, forming graduates known for their intellectual seriousness, thoughtful citizenship, and devotion to the common good. Students are provided an education that shapes their souls, forms them intellectually, and prepares them for meaningful careers. Enlivened by the harmony of faith and reason, here, students’ minds and hearts are transformed.