Online BS in Finance

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100% Online Courses

Expert Faculty

Two Concentrations

IACBE Accredited

Programs Curriculum Careers

Prepare to Advance Your Career in Business and Finance

Gain the analytical expertise and strategic insight you need to navigate a complex economic landscape with the SMSU online Bachelor of Science in Finance. Choose from two concentrations or a general program to align your degree with your professional interests. You’ll study a comprehensive curriculum and learn to translate theory into practice, graduating with the foundational knowledge you need to pursue career-defining certifications.

  • The SMSU online BS in Finance is accredited by the International Accreditation Council for Business Education (IACBE).
  • With one of the most affordable rates in the region, SMSU offers in-state tuition to all students.
  • Graduates of the BS in Finance program have built careers at respected organizations including U.S. Bank, Edward Jones, and Old National Bank.

Specialize Your Online Finance Degree

Explore SMSU’s 100 percent online BS in Finance below. With multiple options to choose from, you can find the IACBE-accredited program that fits your goals.

  • Modality: 100% Online
  • Credit Hours: 63
  • Duration: 2-4 years

Gain a strong foundation in corporate decision-making, investment analysis, and personal wealth management while preparing for professional certifications.

Concentrations include corporate finance, and financial planning and investments.

  • Modality: 100% Online
  • Credit Hours: 63
  • Duration: 2-4 years

Leverage skills to analyze data, guide investments, and drive business growth with a strong foundation in corporate finance and real-world applications.

  • Modality: 100% Online
  • Credit Hours: 63
  • Duration: 2-4 years

Build a rewarding career helping clients reach goals through expert financial planning, investment strategy, and wealth management skills.

Study an Accredited Curriculum and Prepare for Certification

Learn to make informed decisions in real-world financial environments while gaining career-ready skills with the online BS in Finance. Our curriculum features a combination of coursework, applied projects, and an optional internship opportunity.

Depending on your concentration, you can graduate with the skill set needed to pursue industry certifications like the Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA®), Certified Financial Planner (CFP®), and Financial Risk Manager (FRM®).

Open Doors to Success in Personal or Corporate Finance

The SMSU BS in Finance online program is built to prepare you for the challenges of today’s dynamic, growing finance industry. Employment in business and financial occupations is projected to grow faster than the national average from 2024 to 2034, with around 942,500 job openings projected each year.1 With SMSU, you can be confident you’ll graduate ready for career success: Our 2023 Annual Employment Report found that BS in Finance graduates had a 100 percent employment rate.

In-Demand Finance Careers

Actuary $125,770 per year2

Financial Risk Specialist $106,090 per year3

Personal Financial Advisor $102,140 per year1

Financial Analyst $101,910 per year1

About Southwest Minnesota State University

Southwest Minnesota State University is committed to preparing you for both personal and professional success through its quality liberal arts education. Recognized for its inclusive and student-centered academics, SMSU is a university of choice with high national rankings, affordable tuition rates, and scholars who become the leaders, thinkers, and entrepreneurs of the future. Become part of our community today!

Learn Online with SMSU

Completing your education while maintaining your personal commitments can be challenging. With SMSU, however, you can earn your degree online and on your schedule through an interactive, virtual platform. You’ll receive the same rigorous education offered on campus, but at the time of your choice and from anywhere internet is available.

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Sources

  1. U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics. Occupational Outlook Handbook. “Business and Financial Occupations.” Retrieved Oct. 2025, from https://www.bls.gov/.
  2. U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics. Occupational Outlook Handbook. “Actuaries.” Retrieved Oct. 2025, from https://www.bls.gov/.
  3. U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics. Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics. “Financial Risk Specialists.” Retrieved Oct. 2025, from https://www.bls.gov/.