Finance, Minor
Economics and Finance Department
Program Overview
Finance, Minor
The Finance minor helps you understand how money works—from managing budgets to making smart investment decisions. You’ll build a strong foundation in financial principles that complement majors like accounting, business, or economics.
Major
Description
As a Finance minor, you’ll explore topics such as financial markets, investments, and corporate finance while learning how to analyze data and evaluate business performance. This program strengthens your critical thinking and decision-making skills, preparing you to navigate real-world financial challenges. Whether you’re planning a career in banking, business management, or entrepreneurship, a background in finance will give you a valuable edge in any field.
Students are encouraged to seek academic advisement prior to registration to ensure proper course sequencing.
Minor
Requirements
Prerequisite: MTH 141 – Finite Mathematics, ECON 212 – Introduction to Macroeconomics, ECON 213 – Introduction to Microeconomic
Requirements: A minimum of 12 credits as follows
- ACCT 217 – Principles of Accounting I
- FIN 250 – Introduction to Business Finance
To complete the minor, students must also earn at least 6 elective credits approved through departmental advisement.
Have Questions? We’re Here to Help
If you have questions regarding the Department of Economics and Finance or need assistance navigating the application process, please reach out to our department office.
Chairperson: Chinyere Emmanuel Egbe | egbe@mec.cuny.edu
Phone: 718 270-5071 Fax: 718 270-5181
Location: 1650 Bedford Avenue, B-2015 F