Banking and Financial Institutions, BBA
The Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) in Banking and Financial Institutions curriculum brings real-world experience into the classroom through practical applications and industry connections.
- Bachelor of Business Administration
- Huntsville
- The Woodlands Center
- Face to Face
- Online
4 Years
Banking and Financial Institutions, BBA
The BBA in Banking and Financial Institutions at Sam Houston State University is the most tenured accredited undergraduate degree in Banking in the United States. This major creates a path for students to enter into successful careers related to banking and finance. The program brings students the best practical experience with academic training from faculty with real-world banking know-how. Hundreds of graduates from this program have found successful careers in the banking sector.
Academic Offerings
Courses are primarily offered face-to-face at the Huntsville Campus or entirely online. Tailored to the Banking industry, this major easily combines with a double major in Finance without exceeding the required 120 credit hours. Students can earn the Risk Management Association Credit Essentials Certification.
Industry Partnerships
Students benefit from the program's strong industry connections throughout their coursework. Bringing theoretical concepts to life through real-world examples and current industry practices. These partnerships provide students with valuable networking opportunities and practical insights into the banking profession.
Proven Student Success Outcomes
This nationally recognized banking program prepares students for their careers with proven results.
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Career Placement
The highly respected Smith-Hutson Endowed Chair of Banking works closely with industry professionals to actively recruit for internship and full-time positions throughout the year. Internships provide students an opportunity to apply academic learning to actual work experience. Together, this program results in the end goal of job placement upon graduation. Partnerships with these industry leaders have resulted in 1400+ internship and 700+ full-time placements.
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Student Engagement
Students are provided unique engagement opportunities designed to prepare them for successful careers in banking and finance. The annual Banking Day Industry Career Fair brings recruitment directly to campus, connecting students with industry employers. Each year, Banking and Finance majors participate in a field trip to the Federal Reserve Bank of Dallas, Houston Branch, for an exclusive tour and reception with bank executives and RMA members. The Banking and Finance Club features industry leaders who speak and network with students. The developU mentorship program matches current students with alumni and banking partners who provide guidance and support throughout their academic journey.
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Scholarships
Each year, the Smith-Hutson Endowed Chair of Banking provides over $50,000 in competitive internal scholarships for undergraduate students, demonstrating our commitment to making quality education accessible and rewarding academic excellence.
Find Your Future Career
The list of careers a degree in Banking and Financial Institutions can lead to is endless, including Credit Analyst, Relationship Manager, Bank Examiner, Financial Management, Investments, Mortgage Officer, Treasury Management, Credit Risk Management, Compliance Management, Loan Review, Bank Financial Auditor, Bank Examiner, and many more.
Faculty and Staff
The Department of Finance and Banking faculty weave real-world experience and practical applications to prepare students. With an understanding of the industry needs, they provide relevant learning experiences.
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