Business Finance
at San Francisco State University
The Finance concentration teaches students to recognize, understand, and attain the skills necessary to be successful in the world of finance.
Course Overview
It focuses on the financial decisions made in every organization, which include investment, decisions in purchasing and selling real and financial assets, raising cash to fund these investments, and managing the risk of its assets and investments. Other operational decisions include implementing routine day-to-day procedures to manage all financial aspects of the organization and decisions regarding changes in the mix of its services and products. Although a financial manager specializes in these decisions, managers from across the organization also contribute. Four sets of skills are essential to financial decision-making: First, an understanding of the environment within which decisions are made, including both the internal structure of the organization and the nature of external capital and financial markets; second, familiarity with the organization’s information system, including accounting, financial, and human resources; third, analysis of available financial data to understand the likely impact of alternative decisions and their level of uncertainty; finally, understanding the interrelationships between financial decisions and decisions made in other parts of the organization, such as marketing, production, and IT.
SFSU Campus Life
San Francisco State University, located in the heart of Northern California, is one of the most sought-after places to study in the United States. Students are drawn to its world-class academics, diverse campus community, and unbeatable San Francisco location.
- One of the top feeder schools for employees at Apple, Google and more
- Dedicated student accommodation with meal plan
- Well-connected public transportation to the whole city
SF State is among the top 25 most diverse universities in the US – USA Today.
San Francisco State University
San Francisco State University (SF State) is one of the most desirable places to study in America. In a globally influential city that’s also home to some of the world’s biggest tech companies, students have the chance to build the connections and experience that will transform their careers.
Why choose San Francisco State University
For social mobility
U.S. News & World Report has ranked San Francisco State University 8th in the nation for social mobility in its 2024 Best Colleges list.
Student organizations
Clubs include fun topics like Anime, K-Pop, and Ultimate Frisbee; academic topics like Marketing and Cyber security; as well as cultural and religious associations.
Alumni have won Oscars
As well as 16 Oscars, SF State alumni have also won: 54 Emmys, 22 Pulitzers, 10 Grammys and 12 Tonys.
Entry Requirements for
Tawjahiya Secondary School or Azhar certificate with 60% average or 12
International Student Fees
You can find the applicable international student course fee for your chosen pathway study route listed below.
| Study Route | Tuition Fees (2025-26) |
|---|---|
| Pre Sessional English (12 weeks)** | January, May, August – $11,990 |
| Pre Sessional English (6 weeks)** | January, May, August – $5,995 |
| International Year One | IELTS 5.5 Entry – January, May, August – $26,000 IELTS 5.0 Entry – January, May, August – $28,500 |
| *Fees are not inclusive of scholarships. All applications are subject to a non-refundable admin fee. Stated fees for International Year One do not include tuition applicable for degree course continued at the university. Pre-sessional English (PSE) fees are in addition to your pathway fee and is not available on all pathways. If PSE is required, you will progress onto the pathway programme once this has been successfully completed. Contact our admissions team for more information. | |
Scholarships at San Francisco State University
Reach out to our admissions team for details about scholarships available to you.
