Finance

Academic Department

What We Do

With small class sizes of about 15-20 students per instructor, you’ll receive personalized attention and connect with experienced faculty with real world financial expertise. Our facilities include a state-of-the-art trading room and a computer lab with access to Bloomberg terminals and major data bases, giving you real-time access financial data and markets to build your finance skills.

Email mcb.advising@unco.edu
Phone 970-351-1233
Location Kepner Hall 1095
Address 800 17th St, Campus Box 128, Greeley, CO 80639

Monfort College of Business Finance Department: CFA University Affiliation Partner

The Finance Department at Monfort College of Business is proud to be a CFA University Affiliation Program Partner with the CFA Institute, a leading global organization dedicated to fostering professionalism and integrity in the investment industry.

Learn More About the CFA Program

Invest in Your Tomorrow—Where Every Penny Opens New Doors

In today’s global economy, the world of finance is more dynamic, challenging, and full of opportunities than ever before. UNC’s Finance concentration gives you the chance to earn prestigious professional certifications like the CFA and CFM, giving you a competitive edge in the job market.

Our expert faculty are passionate about helping you succeed. With real-world experience and a student-first approach, they bring a wealth of knowledge and innovation into the classroom, inspiring you to reach your full potential. Get ready to explore, learn, and launch your career in finance—where your future begins!

Your Future in Finance

Conferences and Workshops

Students have the chance to go to different events where they can show their research and share what they’ve learned at MCB. These events also help students build leadership skills and include conferences like the FMA national conference, as well as professional-focused events for students such as GAME in New York City and ENGAGE at the University of Michigan.

FMA students in the Big Apple!

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Personalized Learning with Engaging Professors

The finance faculty’s passion for teaching shows in their efforts to get better all the time. They regularly talk with students and professionals to make classes more engaging, improve how they teach, and update course materials. Their dedication helps students learn better and stay connected to real-world finance.

Professor of Finance, Cris de La Toore

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Exciting Technology

The finance department at Montfort College of Business has modern facilities. Our trading room and computer lab are equipped with the latest technology, including Bloomberg terminals and other finance software. Only a few universities have this. This software lets students and professionals access real-time financial data, analyze markets, and make trades online.

MCB students engaged in a hands-on session in the trading room.

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Explore Innovative Concentrations in Finance!

The Finance Department offers three specialized concentrations to help you tailor your education to your interests and career goals.

Interested in helping people achieve their finance goals? Concentrate in Wealth and Asset Management to learn about optimizing portfolio performance, analyzing investments and financial advising.

Wealth and Asset Management Concentration -Degree Requirements

If you’re more interested in evaluating, monitoring and addressing risks to help organizations stay on track, this is for you! Understand the ins and outs crafting and executing risk management approaches.

Institutions and Risk Management Concentration – Degree Requirements

Our general concentration in Finance gives you a broad view of managing money and other assets. Learn about investing, borrowing, lending, saving and managing risk.

Business Administration B.S. – Finance Concentration – Degree Requirements

Exciting Career Opportunities in Finance

The job market for finance professionals is thriving, dynamic, and expanding rapidly across all fields. According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, finance-related jobs are expected to grow by over 11% over the next decade. Key roles with significant growth include financial analysts, CFOs, internal auditors, and insurance auditors.

Projected Growth (2020–2030) & Median Annual Salaries

Position Growth Rate Median Salary
Chief Financial Officers 5-8% $307,730
Financial Managers 9%+ $243,990
Personal Financial Advisors 2-4% $204,430
Financial Analysts 5-8% $139,970
Financial Risk Specialists 9%+ $139,970

Hands-On Investing: Transforming Future Finance Leaders with SAFF

At Monfort College of Business, finance students have access to world-class experiential learning through the Student and Foundation Fund (SAFF). This exclusive class is designed for upper-level finance students to gain hands-on investment experience by managing a portfolio of real assets valued at over $3 million.

SAFF offers a unique opportunity to:

  • Manage actual investment portfolios across a diverse range of products, providing invaluable real-world experience
  • Engage in practical portfolio management that goes beyond traditional classroom learning
  • Develop essential skills for a successful finance career with direct exposure to real market investments
  • Earn the chance to become Bloomberg certified, enhancing your professional credentials

Master of Business Administration - Finance (Online)

Advance your career in finance with our online program that focuses on key financial skills. Learn how to use financial modeling to craft compelling investor pitches, gain hands-on experience with data analysis techniques to interpret complex financial data, and improve your ability to build and manage investment portfolios

100% online. Fully accredited. Career-focused.

Designed for working professionals, this program teaches you how to use financial modeling to craft and strengthen investor pitches. You’ll gain practical experience in data analysis techniques to interpret financial data, and develop skills to build and manage investment portfolios while conducting risk-return analysis for financial and corporate investments.

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Get Involved

Connect, collaborate, and grow beyond the classroom. Join one of our finance student clubs to expand your network, sharpen your financial expertise, and gain hands-on, real-world experience. A vibrant community of future finance professionals is waiting for you!

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Student Clubs & Organizations

Financial Management Association

Our department offers students the chance to join our active and nationally recognized FMA (Financial Management Association) student organization. The FMA club is the top professional organization on campus. It has earned the “Superior Chapter” award for its great outreach and for giving students real-world experience. The club helps students find opportunities they care about and gives them the tools to succeed

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Student Clubs & Organizations

Student and Foundation Fund (SAFF)

The Student and Foundation Fund at UNC aims to responsibly manage donated funds to support university programs and provide students with real-world finance experience and professional connections.

Finance Scholarships

Explore general scholarships available through the Monfort College of Business (MCB), as well as specialized scholarships for students pursuing a concentration in Finance.

Student Financial Platform Guide

Welcome to your essential resource for gaining hands-on experience with industry-standard financial tools: CapIQ (Capital IQ) and the Bloomberg Terminal. Learn how to access, register, and leverage these powerful platforms to advance your career.

Finance Faculty

Adjunct Finance Faculty