The Bachelor of Science in Finance (STEM) at Saint Leo University prepares students for today’s data-driven financial industry by combining a strong foundation in financial theory with hands-on application and advanced analytics. Designed for students who want to go beyond memorization, the program emphasizes real-world problem solving in areas such as investments, risk management, financial analysis, and international finance.
Students learn to work with real data, real cases, and modern analytical tools—developing the quantitative, technical, and ethical skills needed to succeed in finance roles across banking, investment management, corporate finance, and emerging fintech fields.
This program is offered:
Campus
Saint Leo University’s STEM-designated B.S. in Finance prepares students for modern finance careers by combining financial theory, data analytics, and artificial intelligence. Students apply what they learn through real-world cases, professional tools, and hands-on projects that reflect how finance works in practic
Est. Time to Complete:
4 Years
Credit Hours:
120
Why Choose Saint Leo University?
Saint Leo University’s STEM-designated finance program stands out for its applied, analytics-driven approach and its early integration of artificial intelligence into undergraduate finance education. Rather than learning finance in isolation, students engage with the same tools, data, and decision-making scenarios used by professionals in investment firms, banks, and corporate finance departments.
Through applied coursework and the FIN 498 Senior Seminar capstone, students complete comprehensive case-based projects involving credit scoring, ESG modeling, sector performance analysis, forecasting, customer segmentation, and portfolio optimization. Graduates leave with a rare combination of financial expertise, technical fluency, and ethical awareness—preparing them to navigate complex financial challenges responsibly in a global economy.
Program Curriculum
The Bachelor of Science in Finance (STEM) follows Saint Leo University’s undergraduate degree requirements and includes a structured sequence of finance, analytics, and capstone courses designed to support student success.
Students interested in this program are encouraged to request information or contact an admissions advisor for the most up-to-date details.
Skills You’ll Develop
Students in the B.S. in Finance (STEM) program develop in-demand skills valued by employers across the financial sector, including:
- Financial analysis and valuation modeling
- Investment and portfolio management strategies
- Risk assessment and mitigation techniques
- Data analysis and visualization for financial decision making
- Predictive analytics and time-series forecasting
- Programming and analytics using Python and modern data tools
- Ethical reasoning and responsible financial stewardship
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the B.S. in Finance (STEM) program are prepared for a wide range of roles in financial services, corporate finance, and analytics-driven organizations. Recent job outcomes include positions such as:
- Merchant Account Specialist
- Investment Associate
- Internal Sales Consultant
- Investment Operations Specialist
- Corporate Actions Analyst
- Financial Analyst
- Client Services Representative
- Client Services Associate
- Executive Researcher (Finance & Risk Management)
Graduates work in banks, investment firms, consulting organizations, wealth management companies, and financial services providers across the country.