FINANCE INDUSTRY FUNDAMENTALS
Comprehensive introduction to the finance industry ecosystem, examining a variety of industry sectors, or "Pathways," within the finance world, providing a nuanced exploration of both macro and micro-level dynamics. Explores the inner workings of firms in each sector, topical events, and latest developments. Deep dive into roles and responsibilities, in preparation for diverse career opportunities.
Prerequisites & course information
Requisites: None Course Designation: Core GenEd - Communication & Literacy Repeatable for Credit: No Last Taught: Fall 2026 Learning Outcomes: 1. Obtain a basic understanding of the UW finance industry ecosystem Audience: Undergraduate 2. Develop a detailed knowledge of the seven finance industry pathways Audience: Undergraduate 3. Recognize the distinction between corporate finance, the buy-side, and the sell-side finance industry sectors Audience: Undergraduate 4. Explain the interactions between individuals, corporations, the sell-side, and the buy-side Audience: Undergraduate 5. Identify the career pathways available within the finance industry Audience: Undergraduate 6. Identify the WSB resources available to assist in pathway career exploration, exposure, and preparation (including experiential and extra/co-curricular opportunities, and internal academic and advising resources) Audience: Undergraduate Learning Outcomes: 1. Obtain a basic understanding of the UW finance industry ecosystem Audience: Undergraduate 2. Develop a detailed knowledge of the seven finance industry pathways Audience: Undergraduate 3. Recognize the distinction between corporate finance, the buy-side, and the sell-side finance industry sectors Audience: Undergraduate 4. Explain the interactions between individuals, corporations, the sell-side, and the buy-side Audience: Undergraduate 5. Identify the career pathways available within the finance industry Audience: Undergraduate 6. Identify the WSB resources available to assist in pathway career exploration, exposure, and preparation (including experiential and extra/co-curricular opportunities, and internal academic and advising resources) Audience: Undergraduate
Sources
- Course catalogue ↗2026-2027