Finance is fundamental to every economic decision, such as how capital is raised, allocated, managed, and grown across individuals, organisations, and entire economies. It is a discipline that combines rigorous quantitative thinking with strategic judgement, and is continuously reshaped by technology, globalisation, and the evolving expectations of markets and society. The financial landscape has transformed dramatically in recent years. The emergence of blockchain, cryptocurrencies, and electronic payment systems is redefining financial intermediation and market infrastructure. Artificial intelligence and advanced analytics are changing how risk is assessed, portfolios are managed, and investment decisions are made. Meanwhile, the growing integration of environmental, social, and governance (ESG) considerations into investment strategy and financial regulation is expanding the scope of what it means to be a capable finance professional. It is against this dynamic and rapidly evolving backdrop that the Major in Finance is offered.
On completion, the student will be able to:
The Major provides deep quantitative and managerial training across the full spectrum of finance. The curriculum is multidisciplinary by design, interweaving the fundamentals of finance with other functional areas of management to develop graduates who can think and act across organisational boundaries. The programme is structured around six core pillars: money, financial institutions, financial instruments and services, financial markets, central banks, and governmental regulatory bodies. Together, they form a comprehensive framework for understanding how the global financial system operates and evolves.
Graduates of the Finance Major are well-positioned for careers across a wide range of institutions and sectors, including banking, asset management, insurance, investment advisory, risk management, corporate treasury, and financial consulting. The strong quantitative and analytical foundation of the programme also prepares students for graduate study at reputed institutions worldwide.
Students interested in independent practice will find the curriculum well-suited to careers as personal financial consultants and advisors. The programme additionally supports the pursuit of leading professional qualifications in finance, including the Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA), Certified Financial Planner (CFP), and Financial Risk Manager (FRM), among others.
| Offered by | Amrut Mody School of Management |
| Programme | Bachelor of Science in Management (Honours) |
| Degree | Bachelor of Science in Management (Honours) |
| Minimum Programme Credits | 167 |
| Minimum Major Credits | 80 |
| Finance is also offered as a MINOR | |
| Credits | |
|---|---|
| Foundation Programme (Three Studios) | 9 |
| First Year Interdisciplinary Seminar on Critical Thinking and Writing | 3 |
Note: If a student’s performance in the First Year Interdisciplinary Seminar Course is unsatisfactory, they will have to retake the course during a specified time window.
| Credits | |
|---|---|
| Humanities and Languages ETH201 Ethics |
3 |
| Social Sciences ECO100 Microeconomics |
3 |
| Biological and Life Sciences | 3 |
| Mathematical and Physical Sciences CSD105 Introduction to Data Science |
3 |
| Performing and Visual Arts | 3 |
| MAT123 Pre-Calculus | 3 |
| MGT111 Identity and Behavior | 3 |
| COM101 Effective Reading and Comprehension Skills | 3 |
| GER Elective 1 (outside area of major) |
3 |
| Sports and Wellness* | 3 |
Notes:
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Major Requirements |
Credits |
|---|---|
| School Core | 29 |
| ECO110 Macroeconomics | 3 |
| MGT112 Organisational Process | 3 |
| MAT142 Introductory Calculus | 3 |
| STA102 Probability and Random Variables | 4 |
| STA101 Introductory Statistics | 4 |
| TOD212 Decision Sciences | 3 |
| Courses on Digital Technology and Artificial Intelligence | 6 |
| DGT101 Digital Futures: Technologies and Transformations | 1.5 |
| Electives on Digital Technology and Artificial Intelligence courses | 4.5 |
| Courses on Sustainability | 3 |
| ENV103 Energy, Environment and Sustainability | 1.5 |
| MGT208 Introduction to Sustainability | 1.5 |
| Programme Core | 18 |
| MKT103 Marketing Management | 3 |
| MGT121 Human Capital Management | 3 |
| FAC133 Financial Management | 3 |
| FAC114 Financial Accounting | 3 |
| TOD221 Operations Management | 3 |
| MGT342 Strategic Management | 3 |
| Major Core | 11 |
| PRJ101 Understanding Business | 2 |
| FAC215 Cost & Management Accounting | 3 |
| FAC244 Financial Markets | 3 |
| FAC331 Corporate Finance | 3 |
| Major Electives | 22 |
| FAC112 Corporate Accounting | |
| FAC121 Direct Taxes | |
| FAC124 Fundamentals of GST | |
| FAC125 Business Taxation | |
| FAC213 Advanced Corporate Accounting | |
| FAC216 Financial Statements and Analysis | |
| FAC217 Performance Management | |
| FAC223 Tax Procedures | |
| FAC225 Corporate Governance and Sustainability | |
| FAC241 Banking | |
| FAC243 Insurance | |
| FAC245 Financial Services | |
| FAC311 Analysing Corporate Annual Report | |
| FAC332 Securities Analysis and Portfolio Management | |
| FAC335 Global Securities Market | |
| FAC336 Working Capital Strategy | |
| FAC534 Strategic Corporate Finance | |
| FAC536 Principles and Mechanisms in Global Currency Markets | |
| FAC541 Financial Markets and Institutions | |
| FAC611 Financial Analysis | |
| FAC630 Behavioural Finance | |
| FAC631 Derivatives and Risk Management | |
| FAC632 Corporate Restructuring, Mergers and Acquisitions | |
| FAC633 Security Analysis and Portfolio Management | |
| FAC634 International Finance | |
| FAC635 Financial Modeling | |
| FAC636 Financial Econometrics | |
| FAC637 Business Valuation | |
| FAC638 Fixed Income Securities | |
| FAC639 Modelling Randomness in Financial Markets | |
| FAC641 Financing for Start-ups | |
| FAC643 Bank Management | |
| FAC644 Fintech Ventures (under approval) | |
| FAC645 Introduction to Private Equity | |
| FAC646 Dynamics of Pricing, Innovations and Applications in Global Currency Markets | |
| TOD205 Database Management for Managers | |
| TOD301 Simulation Modelling | |
| TOD310 Predictive Analysis for Business | |
| TOD326 Project Management | |
| ECO203 Experimental and Behavioral Economics | |
| ECO213 Macroeconomics and Monetary Policy | |
| ECO220 Econometrics | |
| ECO280 Indian Economy: Performance and Policy | |
| ECO330 International Economics |
University recognises the evolving expectations of employers, who seek adaptable, tech-savvy, and well-rounded individuals with strong communication, problem-solving, and teamwork abilities. Accordingly, the university integrates structured skill courses delivered through both internal and external platforms to prepare students as “T-shaped” professionals capable of applying knowledge effectively in diverse professional contexts. Skill courses are designed and offered with an aim to develop applied, demonstrable capabilities aligned with career aspirations and job roles.
Note: Courses to be taken from the existing list or approved On-campus courses and MOOCs: See document Mapping Skills to Jobs.
Free electives let students pursue any particular area in more depth, develop alternate areas of expertise, or learn more about many other interests. They provide flexibility for customising education at the University. It can take the following form:
Notes:
All graduating students must have completed an Undergraduate Thesis or a Capstone Project. Students can approach a faculty member within the University to serve as a mentor for their undergraduate thesis. Students with a CGPA below the cut-off must complete a capstone project. These projects involve interdisciplinary groups (four to six students) collaborating to solve real-world problems that require expertise from multiple fields. They identify a problem and seek guidance from a faculty mentor to formulate a capstone project, which can be done across two semesters (six credits each semester or three + nine credits) or in a single semester.
A summer internship offers invaluable professional experience and the chance to develop specific, employable skills. It provides an excellent opportunity to explore potential career paths post graduation or discover new graduate programme interests. This experience connects with industry, often serving as a direct stepping stone to a job offer. Most of our programmes include a mandatory internship requirement.
It's advised that you start thinking about internships early in the monsoon semester. You may seek advice from the Career Development Centre.
All students will complete 45 hours of community engagement to develop a sense of social responsibility, enhance problem-solving skills, and understand their role as engaged members of society. They must undergo a mandatory course, VOL101 Engagement with Society, which is a graduation requirement. Students are advised to complete the course during the first two years at the University. Volunteer work could include teaching underprivileged children, participating in adult literacy programmes, distributing blankets or other items, working with old age homes and orphanages, providing support and encouragement to patients at hospitals, cleaning heritage sites, engaging with workers on campus, operating a food bank, engaging with the police, municipal government, zoo, sanitation services, etc.