B.S. in Finance

Why Study Finance at Rivier?

Rivier’s B.S. in Finance program prepares you for opportunities in a variety of in-demand careers in banking, insurance, corporate finance, investment management, risk management, and more. You will gain an in-depth understanding of the field of finance as well as business fundamentals to get you workforce-ready in today’s competitive job market.

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In the B.S. in Finance program, you will:

• Gain critical analytical and problem-solving skills
• Network with business leaders in a variety of industries
• Learn the importance of resolving and maintaining legal and ethical issues
• Develop approaches to managing technology challenges

Learn in Leading-Edge Facilities

Rivier’s Business and Security Studies facilities underwent a complete renovation in 2022. The facility includes collaboration spaces for project-based learning, cybersecurity labs, a technology hub, and office suites.

These modern spaces align with Rivier’s focus on experiential learning; they provide students with the opportunity to learn in environments similar to the real-world offices and labs where they’ll work in their first professional positions. Engaging with new technologies and working collaboratively instills confidence and prepares students for greater success when they enter the workforce.

Get Ready for the World

You’ll pursue an internship with a local, national, or even international company to broaden your learning and gain valuable, resume- and professional network-building experience. You can tailor your experience to match your career interests and goals.

You can participate in study abroad opportunities ranging from faculty-led, week-long study tours to a full semester spent at a university abroad. In addition to international travel, you’ll find global engagement opportunities right here on our campus in Nashua. From diverse speakers and networking opportunities to participate in student organizations such as the Business Club, you’ll enjoy a wide range of educational experiences that will broaden your worldview.

Our distinguished faculty are practitioners in their fields and bring real-world learning to the classroom through case studies, research opportunities, and more. The McLean Center for Finance and Economics broadcasts live world headline news and financial market data and features a ticker with scrolling real-time financial data from the New York Stock Exchange, NASDAQ, the Dow Jones Industrial Average and S&P 500, as well as a tracker with a customized data display.