College of Business, CSU, Chico
Accredited by AACSB
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Department of Finance and Marketing
Tehama Hall, Room 307
Phone: 530-898-5666, Fax: 530-898-6360
The Department of Finance and Marketing focuses on the development and delivery of courses leading to undergraduate degrees in marketing and finance. Our experienced faculty prepares students for challenging and rewarding careers in today’s global business environment.
Students gain practical experience through internships and team projects, solving real-world problems under the close supervision of dedicated faculty members.
In addition to being exemplary classroom instructors and experts in their field, the faculty within the Department of Finance and Marketing is also recognized for making significant contributions to the field through research. Their work is published in many of the leading journals in marketing and finance.
Degree Options and Course Patterns
Students who seek a degree in Finance may opt to follow one of two course patterns: Financial Management or Financial Services. The Financial Management curriculum addresses the economic and business environment in which corporations operate and the financial analysis that entails. Students who follow the Financial Services course pattern will prepare for careers as financial service professionals and in financial institutions. Career options for finance majors include working for investment brokerage firms, insurance companies, and banking institutions, as well as non-financial corporations.
Students who see a degree in Marketing will prepare for a great variety of careers, including; advertising, event management, brand management, sales, and marketing communications.