High Point University
1 N University Pkwy, High Point, NC 27262, United States

High Point University is a private university in High Point, North Carolina. It is affiliated with the United Methodist Church. The university was founded as High Point College in 1924, and it became High Point University in 1991. HPU offers 63 undergraduate majors, 65 undergraduate minors, and 18 graduate majors.

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Bachelor of Science in Business Administration in Finance

The B.S.B.A. in Finance equips students with qualitative and quantitative skills needed to measure, analyze and evaluate the value and performance of financial assets in multiple asset classes like equity, fixed income and real estate. Students learn to apply this knowledge in the fields of wealth management, corporate finance and investment research. Integrated into the finance major are several experiential learning opportunities through national certification programs, such as Bloomberg and Envestnet Institute, the CFA Program, and internships.

Chartered Financial Analyst Program (CFA)

The CFA is a respected investment credential for financial professionals. It is a designation that offers a strong foundation of financial knowledge and readiness for a range of relevant careers. The self-study graduate-level program focuses on investment knowledge and portfolio management. Specific course topics include ethical and professional standards, equity investment, quantitative methods, fixed income, derivatives, financial reporting and analysis, alternative investments, corporate finance, economics, and portfolio management and wealth planning. The PSB joined the CFA Institute University Recognition Program in 2013 through the efforts of faculty member Dr. Premalata Sundaram. HPU’s curriculum is tied to professional practice. Through proper course selection, a student can incorporate at least 70% of the Level 1 CFA Program Candidate Body of Knowledge — aligned with the 10 CFA core areas — giving an early start in the process of securing the CFA. Dr. Sundaram continues to mentor students and is instrumental in securing scholarships for those interested in careers on Wall Street.

Why is Business a Top Program?

  • Students enjoy strong job placement rates
  • Skills acquired in business are useful in all career fields
  • The Center for Entrepreneurship allows students to access experienced entrepreneurs and investors
  • The Professional Selling Program showcases student talent to top corporations
  • Students may combine business curriculum with world language and cultural studies in Chinese, French, Italian and Spanish
  • Students learn how to be professional and career-ready
  • The W. Allen Tilley Trading Room enables practical finance experience
  • Students have an opportunity to earn a 4 + 1 MBA
  • Accounting majors have multiple opportunities to intern with local, regional, and Big 4 accounting firms

Opportunities for Experiential Learning

  • Involvement with the High Point Business Community
  • Truist Leadership Institute Certification
  • The Investment Club, investing real dollars in markets
  • Study abroad global business courses
  • Working and learning at the High Point International Home Furnishings Market

Student Clubs and Organizations

  • Accounting Club
  • Alpha Kappa Psi Business Fraternity
  • Delta Mu Delta Business Honor Society
  • Entrepreneurship Club (E-Club)
  • Healthcare Management Club
  • Floyd T. Craven Investment Club
  • National Retail Federation Student Association
  • PSB Selling Club
  • Real Estate Club
  • Sigma Nu Tau Entrepreneurship Honor Society

The Floyd T. Craven Investment Club

The Floyd T. Craven Investment Club meets every Thursday at 7:30 pm in Cottrell Hall. The club currently manages a portfolio of over $180,000 and performs market studies and stock pitches. Together students discover how the different aspects of the market connect to one another, gain a more in-depth understanding of stocks, bonds, commodities and much more. By participating in this club, students gain the skills necessary to manage their own portfolios and make money in the stock market.

A Focused Curriculum

The study of finance is concerned with the process, institutions, markets and financial instruments involved in the transfer of money among individuals, businesses and governments. The study of finance offers students a unique opportunity to encounter both a macro and micro look at the world of financial activity. Students start out by learning the broader skills needed to analyze and measure the value of financial assets and performance. This is then followed up with the chance to apply these skills in specific pragmatic financial decision-making situations.

What can I do with a Finance Degree?

  • Commercial Banking
  • Investment Banking
  • Financial Planner
  • Insurance Agent
  • Public Accounting
  • Hedge Funds Manager
  • Venture Capitalist
  • Real Estate Agent
  • Chief Financial Officer

https://www.highpoint.edu/finance/ 

Application – Submit the application for undergraduate admissions: www.highpoint.edu/apply.

Transcripts – Submit your official transcripts to the Office of Undergraduate Admissions at HPU. We require certified English translations and curriculum evaluations of each transcript.

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Test Scores – High Point University does not require these scores, but they could meet your English Proficiency requirements or help you qualify for academic scholarships. If you have completed the SAT or ACT, you are encouraged to submit the official scores with your application with the links below.

  • SAT – The school code for SAT is 5293
  • ACT – The ACT code is 3108

English Proficiency –  Students of non English speaking countries are required to submit one of the following accepted English proficiency exams. Below are the accepted tests and the minimum test score requirements:

These are the minimum scores, but do not guarantee acceptance.

Students may be conditionally accepted based on their demonstrated English proficiency. If you are conditionally accepted for language proficiency, you will be required to complete the highest proficiency levels at INTERLINK.
Exceptions – Students of non English speaking countries who have completed school in the USA for 2 years or more do not have to submit an English language proficiency test.

https://www.highpoint.edu/admissions/international-admissions/ 

  • Early Decision (Priority 1, BINDING): November 1
  • Early Action (non-binding): November 15
  • Early Decision II (Priority 2, BINDING): February 1
  • Regular Decision (Priority): February 1
  • Regular Decision (Final): March 1

https://www.highpoint.edu/admissions/international-students/ 

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