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Academic Programs
Bachelor's
Bachelor's Degree
Economics and Finance - Double Major (BBA)
Bachelor of Business Administration in Economics and Finance - Double Major
Program Modality: Campus
Students pursuing a Bachelor’s degree with a double major in Economics and Finance develop communication, analytical, critical thinking, problem solving, and business skills. The program prepares students for career opportunities in economics, finance, research and analysis, business and public affairs, investment and commercial banking, financial planning, and more.
Bachelor's Degree
Finance (BBA)
Bachelor of Business Administration in Finance
Program Modality: Campus
In today’s globalized world, new and emerging technologies and the rise of mobile eCommerce, require finance professionals who are prepared to help businesses improve performance and profitability. The Bachelor’s degree in Finance prepares students become financial professionals who are able to help a business understand its potential and improve performance.
Master's
Master's Degree
Finance (MS)
Master of Science in Finance
Program Modality: Online
The Master of Science (MS) in Finance program equips students with a comprehensive understanding of financial principles within corporate environments and develops advanced analytical competencies essential for preparing, interpreting, and managing financial reports, budgets, forecasts, and planning activities. As the United States shifts towards a service-oriented economy, the financial services sector continues to drive this evolution, reflecting increased reliance on credit and derivative-based financial tools. Graduates of the MS Finance program are well-prepared to pursue diverse career opportunities in established and emerging roles, many offering competitive compensation. These roles include financial and investment analysts, personal financial advisors, loan officers, financial risk specialists, credit analysts, and budget analysts, among others.
Doctorate
Doctoral Degree
Business Administration (PhD)
Doctor of Philosophy in Business Administration
Program Modality: Campus
The PhD in Business Administration is designed to prepare students of diverse backgrounds to become productive teachers and researchers at the university level through rigorous academic training in business administration. Students are immersed in an intellectual climate that embraces scholarship, diversity, and global awareness. The program trains students to benefit the business community through the creation and dissemination of knowledge. Students choose from several program concentrations.
The Robert C. Vackar College of Business and Entrepreneurship is accredited by AACSB International (AACSB).
Concentrations:
ENACTUS
Enactus is a student organization focused on sustainable economic growth and strong partnerships and was recognized as one of the top 16 teams at the 2021 Enactus U.S. National Expo.
CBEST
The Center for Border Economic Studies (CBEST) is a public policy research unit dedicated to the study of problems and issues unique to the U.S./Mexico border economy and North Tamaulipas.