Domestic Field Experience in Finance

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Offered in conjunction with a domestic field experience through the Office of Education Abroad, the course consists of three parts; 1. Background research and discussion of selected companies and institutions of one or more major U.S. financial center(s) (e.g. New York) and the economic, political, international, historical, social, ethical, and cultural environment in which they function. 2. A visit of approximately seven days’ duration to the financial center(s) to visit selected companies, financial markets, and cultural icons. 3. A final written project and group discussion of the experience. The course involves extensive research, written and oral reporting, and group interaction based upon trust, respect and integrity. Prerequisite: B- or better in FIN 380 ; acceptance into the related field experience program; undergraduate business majors must be admitted to degree program.