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B.Sc (Finance) is an undergraduate degree program which helps the students gain professional knowledge in the area of finance. In its current framework, it is a three-year full-time program spread across six semesters. The curriculum is primarily based on foundational disciplines such as accounting, economics, statistics, financial management, investment analysis, banking, financial markets, etc. It also includes theoretical concepts as well as their implications in the real world, to prepare students for careers in financial services, banking, insurance, corporate finance, equity research, portfolio management.
The most popular entrance exams accepted for admission into the Bachelor of Science (Finance) program across colleges in India are: CAT, CMAT, MAH-CET, KMAT, ATMA, XAT, MAT, GMAT, NMAT by GMAC, UPSEE, Direct admission through merit list of qualifying examination. Some colleges may have standard and separate eligibility criteria and admit candidates who have taken one or more of the entrance tests.
| Highlight | Detail |
|---|---|
| Full Form | Bachelor of Science in Finance |
| Duration | 3 years |
| Course Level | Undergraduate |
| Eligibility | 10+2 with Commerce stream, with a minimum required percentage (usually 50-60%) |
| Top Colleges | University of Delhi, Mumbai University, Christ University, St. Xavier's College, Narsee Monjee Institute of Management Studies (NMIMS) |
1. A candidate must have passed 10+2 examination in any stream Science, Commerce or Arts with a minimum of 50% marks from any recognized central or state board.
2. In the Commerce and Arts stream, Mathematics is an essential subject in 10+2.
3. There is no restriction on age in the admission process that makes a college or university suitable for all ages.
4. English is required for the comprehension of the subjects and tests that are taught in this course.
5. While some of the colleges give entrance tests, several others base their admission on the students’ performance during their 10+2 examinations.
6. Some colleges may demand for physical fitness certificate before applicant can be admitted.
| Subject | Important Topics |
|---|---|
| Financial Accounting | Accounting principles, Financial statements, Cash flow statements, Financial analysis |
| Corporate Finance | Capital budgeting, Cost of capital, Financial risk management, Dividend policy |
| Investments | Stocks, Bonds, Mutual funds, Portfolio management, Risk-return tradeoff |
| Financial Markets | Money markets, Capital markets, Derivatives markets, Foreign exchange markets |
| Financial Management | Working capital management, Capital structure, Financial planning, Business valuation |
| Economics for Finance | Microeconomics principles, Macroeconomics indicators, International trade, Monetary policy |
| Quantitative Methods | Statistical analysis, Financial modeling, Time value of money, Regression analysis |
| Business Law | Contract law, Corporate law, Securities law, Legal aspects of finance |
| Banking and Insurance | Banking operations, Insurance principles, Risk management in banking, Financial regulation |
| Research Project | Literature review, Research design, Data analysis, Report writing |
| Specialization | Average Salary (INR) |
|---|---|
| Financial Analyst | 3,00,000 - 4,50,000 |
| Investment Banking Associate | 3,50,000 - 5,00,000 |
| Risk Management Analyst | 3,20,000 - 4,80,000 |
| Wealth Management Associate | 2,80,000 - 4,50,000 |
| Loan Officer Assistant | 2,40,000 - 3,50,000 |
| Insurance Sales Agent | 1,80,000 - 3,00,000 |
