Department of Finance and Economics
The Department of Finance and Economics offers three degrees that provide the foundation you need to prepare for a career in finance, securities, real estate, law, and beyond, including a BA with a major in economics, a BBA with a major in finance or economics, and a minor in international business. Extend your classroom learning in our state-of-the-art T. Paul Bulmahn Research and Trading Lab, and join of our four student organizations, such as our 2018 Future of Energy Challenge-winning Net Impact Team, for even more opportunities for real-world applications of the skills you need to become a leader in finance and economics here in Central Texas or around the world.
Programs that fit your goals
At McCoy College you’ll be challenged academically, but we don’t learn in a vacuum. We believe in connecting what you learn here to the world beyond college. You'll gain experience and knowledge to apply classroom discoveries to meet real-world challenges.
Recent News
SMIF team wins 2nd place in the Fixed Income division at Quinnipiac University in Global Asset Management Education (GAME) forum, March 24-25, 2022.
March 24
CFA team recently competed in Southwest US Research Challenge and won the first place trophy. Mentored by Dr. Janet Payne.
March 1
The Department of Finance and Economics wants to send out a big congratulations to our Texas State University SMIF team, mentored by Dr.Toles. They recently competed in the Global Asset Management Education (GAME) competition and walked away with the 1st place trophy in the Fixed Income Division.
April 14
Upcoming Events
- Location:
- McCoy Hall, Room 119; 119
- Cost:
- Free
- Contact:
- Dr. Josh Daspit
Department of Management
josh.daspit@txstate.edu - Campus Sponsor:
- McCoy College of Business
Each fall and spring semester, the McCoy College of Business invites accomplished entrepreneurs and business leaders to speak with students enrolled in the Studies in Entrepreneurship (MGT 3360) course. As part of this speaker series, students gain personal insights into entrepreneurship as the guest speakers describe their accomplishments, share stories about their career path, and offer recommendations for growth and success.
Although the speaker series is intended for students enrolled in MGT 3360, we are able to accommodate special guests on certain occasions. If you are interested in attending a presentation, complete our guest registration form via the link below.
Full schedule, biographies, and registration:
» Studies in Entrepreneurship
Although the speaker series is intended for students enrolled in MGT 3360, we are able to accommodate special guests on certain occasions. If you are interested in attending a presentation, complete our guest registration form via the link below.
Full schedule, biographies, and registration:
» Studies in Entrepreneurship
- Location:
- LBJ Mall
- Cost:
- Free
- Contact:
- Quinn - Director of CIE
Alkek Library 350G
Phone: 512-408-2246
Connor Ward - Bobcat Bazaar Manager
qgw13@txstate.edu
832-535-8871 - Campus Sponsor:
- Center for Innovation and Entrepreneurship
Do you have a small business and would like a place to sell to on campus to your fellow Bobcats? Well, we have the place for you.
Sponsored by the Center for Innovation and Entrepreneurship, this weekly pop up is for the TXST community entrepreneurs to showcase their business.
The event will be held on the Mall with several student businesses from 2:30-5pm.
Stop by and support your fellow Bobcats!
Use this link to reserve a table for your small business for free!
Sponsored by the Center for Innovation and Entrepreneurship, this weekly pop up is for the TXST community entrepreneurs to showcase their business.
The event will be held on the Mall with several student businesses from 2:30-5pm.
Stop by and support your fellow Bobcats!
Use this link to reserve a table for your small business for free!
- Location:
- McCoy 233; 233
- Cost:
- Free
- Contact:
- McCoy College Student Success Center
5122457010 - Campus Sponsor:
- McCoy College Student Success Center
This is an exclusive event for paid and accepted members of Beta Gamma Sigma. Beta Gamma Sigma is The International Business Honor Society. Since 1913 we have recognized and honored top performing students from around the world in business schools accredited by The Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business. Let’s get you inducted! Scan the QR code at the event.
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- Location:
- Austin
- Cost:
- Free
- Contact:
- McCoy College Student Success Center
5122457010 - Campus Sponsor:
- McCoy College Student Success Center
This is an exclusive event for students in the American Marketing Association. Arrive Logistics builds technology and automated systems to empower customers. Take a trip with us to Arrive Logistics – Austin to learn more about their career opportunities. Scan the QR code at the event.
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- Location:
- Zoom session. Register via link in description.
- Cost:
- Free
- Contact:
- Dr. Gail Zank
Department of Marketing
gailzank@txstate.edu - Campus Sponsor:
- McCoy College of Business
Wondering if graduate school is right for you? Interested in developing your career in market research and analytics? Come learn about the Master of Science in Marketing Research and Analysis (MSMRA) program and how to apply!
» Register for Zoom Info Session Click here for more information
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- Location:
- McCoy 105; 105
- Cost:
- Free
- Contact:
- McCoy College Student Success Center
5122457010 - Campus Sponsor:
- McCoy College Student Success Center
Are you considering purchasing your first home or car? Interested in learning the process of home and car buying? Come check out this workshop that will give you the details to purchase your first home are car successfully.
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- Location:
- McCoy Outside; Outside
- Cost:
- Free
- Contact:
- McCoy College Student Success Center
5122457010 - Campus Sponsor:
- McCoy College Student Success Center
It’s close to the end of the semester and it’s about that time for a physical and mental check-in. Stop by the front of McCoy to pet the baby goats.
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- Location:
- McCoy 206; 206
- Cost:
- Free
- Contact:
- McCoy College Student Success Center
5122457010 - Campus Sponsor:
- McCoy College Student Success Center
Need a new headshot? Stop by the studio to get a new headshot to update your LinkedIn personal brand in MCOY 206. Business casual required. Scan the QR code at the event.
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- Location:
- McCoy 337
- Cost:
- Free
- Contact:
- Quinn - Director of CIE
Alkek Library 350G
Phone: 512-408-2246 - Campus Sponsor:
- Center for Innovation and Entrepreneurship
Step into the world of improvisation with this hands-on workshop, led by a professional improv troupe!
This interactive session will focus on quick thinking, effective communication, and building confidence in the moment—essential skills for entrepreneurs pitching ideas and handling the unexpected.
This special event will dedicate the entire meeting to learning and practicing improv techniques directly from the experts. Get ready to engage, connect, and develop tools to boost your confidence and spontaneity. This is an event you won’t want to miss!
This interactive session will focus on quick thinking, effective communication, and building confidence in the moment—essential skills for entrepreneurs pitching ideas and handling the unexpected.
This special event will dedicate the entire meeting to learning and practicing improv techniques directly from the experts. Get ready to engage, connect, and develop tools to boost your confidence and spontaneity. This is an event you won’t want to miss!
- Location:
- Zoom session. Register via link in description.
- Cost:
- Free
- Contact:
- Ana Hernandez
McCoy College of Business
a.hernandez@txstate.edu - Campus Sponsor:
- McCoy College of Business
Join Ana Hernández, recruiting coordinator for the McCoy College of Business graduate programs, to learn more about both the Full-Time Cohort and Flex MBA options. Attendees will learn about the program curriculum, career path options, financial aid, study abroad, deadlines, and the application process.
» Register for Zoom link access Click here for more information
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- Location:
- Alkek Teaching Theater
- Cost:
- Free
- Contact:
- Quinn - Director of CIE
Alkek Library 350G
Phone: 512-408-2246 - Campus Sponsor:
- Center for Innovation and Entrepreneurship
THE STORY, you are your brand.
The ability to effectively tell your story significantly enhances your chances of success in
the competitive world of entrepreneurship. The strongest brands also remain true to their
values, crafting compelling narratives that deeply connect with their audience.
Lawrence Norman, the former GM for adidas basketball and current faculty/lecturer at
Clark University (MA), will present how students can increase their brand value by being
better storytellers, presenters and writers. In his unique, engaging way of utilizing a music
soundtrack in his lectures, Lawrence will give insight into his experience at ADIDAS and
how that brand became one of the world’s leading sports brands.
After his opening “monologue”, Lawrence will interview R.C. Buford, the CEO of Spurs Sport
and Entertainment. The SAN ANTONIO SPURS are a powerhouse franchise not just
because of their five NBA championships, but because of their unwavering vision, core
values, and relentless entrepreneurial mindset. For the Spurs, every day is "day one." They
embody the philosophy of “pounding the rock” and embracing humility with the mantra to “get over yourself.”
Next, it's your turn. The session will conclude with an audience Q&A, giving you the opportunity to ask R.C. (or Lawrence) your questions.
REGISTER HERE:
Open to all Faculty, Staff, Students and Alumni. Click here for more information
more about event
The ability to effectively tell your story significantly enhances your chances of success in
the competitive world of entrepreneurship. The strongest brands also remain true to their
values, crafting compelling narratives that deeply connect with their audience.
Lawrence Norman, the former GM for adidas basketball and current faculty/lecturer at
Clark University (MA), will present how students can increase their brand value by being
better storytellers, presenters and writers. In his unique, engaging way of utilizing a music
soundtrack in his lectures, Lawrence will give insight into his experience at ADIDAS and
how that brand became one of the world’s leading sports brands.
After his opening “monologue”, Lawrence will interview R.C. Buford, the CEO of Spurs Sport
and Entertainment. The SAN ANTONIO SPURS are a powerhouse franchise not just
because of their five NBA championships, but because of their unwavering vision, core
values, and relentless entrepreneurial mindset. For the Spurs, every day is "day one." They
embody the philosophy of “pounding the rock” and embracing humility with the mantra to “get over yourself.”
Next, it's your turn. The session will conclude with an audience Q&A, giving you the opportunity to ask R.C. (or Lawrence) your questions.
REGISTER HERE:
Open to all Faculty, Staff, Students and Alumni. Click here for more information
- Location:
- LBJ Mall
- Cost:
- Free
- Contact:
- Quinn - Director of CIE
Alkek Library 350G
Phone: 512-408-2246
Connor Ward - Bobcat Bazaar Manager
qgw13@txstate.edu
832-535-8871 - Campus Sponsor:
- Center for Innovation and Entrepreneurship
Do you have a small business and would like a place to sell to on campus to your fellow Bobcats? Well, we have the place for you.
Sponsored by the Center for Innovation and Entrepreneurship, this weekly pop up is for the TXST community entrepreneurs to showcase their business.
The event will be held on the Mall with several student businesses from 2:30-5pm.
Stop by and support your fellow Bobcats!
Use this link to reserve a table for your small business for free!
Sponsored by the Center for Innovation and Entrepreneurship, this weekly pop up is for the TXST community entrepreneurs to showcase their business.
The event will be held on the Mall with several student businesses from 2:30-5pm.
Stop by and support your fellow Bobcats!
Use this link to reserve a table for your small business for free!
- Location:
- McCoy Multiple Locations; Multiple Locations
- Cost:
- Free
- Contact:
- McCoy College Student Success Center
5122457010 - Campus Sponsor:
- McCoy College Student Success Center
Are you interested in launching your own business? Do you aspire of owning your own business but unsure of where to start! Join us for a day of activities to support your journey. Scan the QR code at the event.
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- Location:
- McCoy 113; 113
- Cost:
- Free
- Contact:
- McCoy College Student Success Center
5122457010 - Campus Sponsor:
- McCoy College Student Success Center
This session is exclusive for students who have been accepted into the Relational Values Leadership Program. It’s time for you to be an effective contributor to organizational success. Discover how you can develop an on-going mutual commitment to growth and accountability. Scan the QR code at the event.
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- Location:
- McCoy 110; 110
- Cost:
- Free
- Contact:
- McCoy College Student Success Center
5122457010 - Campus Sponsor:
- McCoy College Student Success Center
It’s time to update your resume! Whether you are preparing to graduate or looking for an internship, this is a great time to refresh your resume. Please attend with a printed resume for review. **Scan the QR code at the event. **
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