Banking Excellence Program Certificate

The certificate in Banking Excellence prepares students for careers in banking and industries requiring banking knowledge and skills through a tailored course of study and experiential learning opportunities. The program brings career opportunities to students through active and frequent engagement with banking industry leaders. The program cultivates strong relationships with bankers and leaders of industries seeking graduates with banking knowledge and skills through regular interactions and engaging events and activities.

Outcomes

Students will gain a deep understanding of the banking industry's role in the economy and financial system.

Students have a strong ability to analyze the performance of individual banks, their risk profiles, and competitive positioning.

Students demonstrate a solid understanding of credit underwriting of commercial businesses and consumers.

Students develop of marketing, relationship building and consultative selling skills necessary to be successful in a customer facing role.

Admission Requirements

Admission requirements are designed to offer students with another opportunity to prepare for employment application processes, communicate to students that the program is valuable, and provide students with a sense of accomplishment. Requirements include the following:

1. 3.0 GPA or higher

2. Completed application and essay

3. Resume

4. Two references

5. Interview

Any School of Business Major degree could apply

Required Courses (12 credits)

FIN 420	Bank Management	3
FIN 422	Risk Management	3
MKT 481	Consultative Selling Techniques	3
FIN 460	Commercial Lending	3

Total Credit Hours: 12