Finance at Â鶹ŮÀÉ is about understanding how money moves through organizations, markets, and economies. As a finance student, you’ll learn to plan, manage, and analyze the financial operations of businesses, banks, and investment firms. The curriculum covers everything from corporate finance and investments to banking and international finance, preparing you to solve real-world financial challenges and help organizations achieve their goals.
About Finance at Â鶹ŮÀÉ
Florida Atlantic’s finance programs stand out for their practical focus and strong industry connections. You’ll learn from faculty with real-world experience and access hands-on resources like the Trading Room, which simulates a real trading floor. The Master of Science in Finance (MSF) program is AACSB-accredited, offers Bloomberg Certification, and includes preparation for the Chartered Financial Analyst® (CFA) designation. Flexible scheduling and live-remote options make it easy to balance your studies with work or other commitments. The program’s location in South Florida connects you to a vibrant business community and global financial markets.
Degrees Offered at Florida Atlantic
Undergraduate
- Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) in Finance
- Bachelor of Science (BS) in Finance
- Minor in Finance
- Minor in Real Estate
Graduate
- Master of Science (MS) in Finance
- Ph.D. with a concentration in Finance
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Educational Objectives & Student Outcomes
2. Equip students with the skills to manage financial resources in organizations.
3. Develop the ability to apply financial theories to real-world business problems.
4. Foster ethical and effective communication in financial contexts.
5. Encourage lifelong learning and adaptability in a dynamic financial environment.
2. Apply economic and financial theories to solve problems in management and investment.
3. Explain portfolio theory, diversification, and asset-pricing in decision-making.
4. Perform financial analysis using statements and disclosures to assess business performance.
5. Estimate future cash flows and apply valuation techniques for informed decision-making.
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Anna Agapova, Ph.D
Professor
College of Business
Finance

Nichole Castater
Instructor
College of Business
Finance
Davie Campus | Liberal Arts Building Room 460 (Davie)

Ping Cheng, Ph.D
Professor
College of Business
Finance

Rebel Cole, Ph.D
Professor
College of Business
Finance
Boca Raton Campus | Barry Kaye Hall Room 140

Philippe Dubois
Instructor
College of Business
Finance
Boca Raton Campus | Barry Kaye Hall Room 130 (Boca Raton)

Luis Garcia-Feijoo, Ph.D
Professor
College of Business
Finance

Antoine Giannetti
Associate Professor
College of Business
Finance

Daniel Gropper, Ph.D
Dean and Professor
College of Business
Finance
Boca Raton Campus

David Javakhadze, Ph.D
Associate Professor
College of Business
Boca Raton Campus | Barry Kaye Hall Room 141A

Sofia Johan
Associate Professor
Finance

Anita Pennathur
Chair - Finance Department; Stone Fellow & O'Maley Distinguished Professor
College of Business
Finance
Boca Raton Campus | Barry Kaye Hall Room 137A (Boca Raton)

Anna Pomeranets, Ph.D
Senior Instructor
College of Business
Finance
Boca Raton Campus | Liberal Arts Building Room 474

Charles Yang, Ph.D
Professor
Finance