Concentration in Investment Banking

The Gabelli School of Business offers a three-course secondary concentration in Investment Banking, designed to prepare students for success in one of the most competitive and exciting fields in finance. From mergers and acquisitions to capital raising and corporate advisory, this program offers an in-depth look at the financial tools and techniques that drive global markets. Students will gain practical, hands-on experience in analyzing financial data, creating pitch materials, and navigating the high-stakes environment of investment banking. The curriculum is tailored to develop the analytical and strategic skills needed to succeed in roles that shape business strategies and execute major transactions.

To earn the secondary concentration in investment banking, students must complete 9 credits of courses from the list below:

Course Title Credits
FNBU 4100Mergers and Acquisitions3
FNBU 4448ST: Private Equity3
FNBU 4440ST: Investment Banking3
FNBU 4478ST:Raising Capital&Inv in Glob3
FNBU 4454ST: Financial Modeling3
FNBU 4456Special Topic: Venture Capital3

For students pursuing a finance major along with this concentration, all credits taken to fulfill the secondary concentration may double-count towards the finance major.

FNBU 3440 Corporate Financial Policy is the prerequisite for the secondary concentration.