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 110; 110
- Cost:
- Free
- Contact:
- Dr. Terrance McClain
tjm80@txstate.edu - Campus Sponsor:
- McCoy Student Success Center
Interested in learning more about Rush Enterprises or applying for an internship or full-time position? Engage with Rush Enterprises at their table on MCOY 1st floor, 11-1, join us during a Lunch and Learn, 12-1 M, MCOY (TBD), or, meet with them in a more personal setting as we host them in the Student Success Center conference room in MCOY 110, 11-2 PM. All majors are welcome.
Set up: Tabling @ 11 AM
Lunch and Learn: Automotive Industry – 12-1
One-on-one sessions: 1-3
Set up: Tabling @ 11 AM
Lunch and Learn: Automotive Industry – 12-1
One-on-one sessions: 1-3
- Location:
- McCoy; TBD
- Cost:
- Free
- Contact:
- Dr. Terrance McClain
tjm80@txstate.edu - Campus Sponsor:
- McCoy Student Success Center
Join the Financial Management Association (FMA) and the Student Success Center as we host Prosperity Bank! If you are Interested in learning more about Prosperity Bank or applying for an internship or full-time position, this is your opportunity to meet them on campus. Food provided. Business Professional recommended.
- Location:
- McCoy 110; 110
- Cost:
- Free
- Contact:
- Dr. Terrance McClain
tjm80@txstate.edu - Campus Sponsor:
- McCoy Student Success Center
Interested in learning more about RBFCU or applying for an internship or full-time position? Interact with RBFCU at our Ice Cream Social (STAR Bar) in a casual setting. All majors are welcome.
- Location:
- McCoy 110; 110
- Cost:
- Free
- Contact:
- Dr. Terrance McClain
tjm80@txstate.edu - Campus Sponsor:
- McCoy Student Success Center
Interested in learning more about RBFCU or applying for an internship or full-time position? Meet with them in a more personal setting as we host them in the Student Success Center conference room in MCOY 110, 11-2 PM. Free resume reviews are available at this time.
- Location:
- McCoy Hall 430; 430
- Cost:
- Free
- Contact:
- Dr. Terrance McClain
tjm80@txstate.edu - Campus Sponsor:
- McCoy Student Success Center
The McCoy College Student Success Center hosts a six-week, cohort-based program in collaboration with McCoy’s Building Supply to develop the competencies students need to become effective leaders. Only available to selected students.
- Cost:
- Free
- Contact:
- innovation.txst.edu…
Hauke Roeschmann
hauke@txstate.edu - Campus Sponsor:
- Center for Innovation and Entrepreneurship
ignite is an engaging 3-day, learning-by-doing weekend workshop for students, faculty, and staff interested in discovering the fundamentals of entrepreneurship.
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more about event
- Location:
- McCoy 1st Floor
- Cost:
- Free
- Contact:
- Dr. Terrance McClain
tjm80@txstate.edu - Campus Sponsor:
- McCoy Student Success Center
Are you an Accounting or Finance major? Interested in learning more about Forvis? Seeking an internship or full-time position? Meet with them in a more personal setting as we host them on the first floor of McCoy in front of the Student Success Center.
- Location:
- McCoy Hall, Room TBD; Room TBA
- Cost:
- Free
- Contact:
- Dr. Josh Daspit
Department of Management
josh.daspit@txstate.edu - Campus Sponsor:
- McCoy College of Business
Speaker:
Bruce Kalmick, Founder and CEO, WHY&HOW
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
Bruce Kalmick, Founder and CEO, WHY&HOW
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
- Location:
- McCoy Hall 1st Floor
- Cost:
- Free
- Contact:
- Dr. Terrance McClain
- Campus Sponsor:
- McCoy Student Success Center
Are you interested in using your business degree in a unique way? Learn about Blacklock Partners and the opportunities they have for employment on the first floor of McCoy Hall.
- Location:
- McCoy Hall 1st Floor
- Cost:
- Free
- Contact:
- Dr. Terrance McClain
tjm80@txstate.edu - Campus Sponsor:
- McCoy Student Success Center
H-E-B is one of the top employers in San Antonio and the state of Texas. Stop by to learn about their internship program and full-time job opportunities.
- Location:
- McCoy 1st Floor
- Cost:
- Free
- Contact:
- Dr. Terrance McClain
tjm80@txstate.edu - Campus Sponsor:
- McCoy Student Success Center
Do you enjoy nachos? Are you interested in learning more about Cintas or applying for an internship or full-time position? Come enjoy some FREE nachos and meet Cintas on a more personal level as we host them on the first floor of McCoy Hall, 11-2 PM. All majors are welcome.
- Location:
- McCoy 110; 110
- Cost:
- Free
- Contact:
- Dr. Terrance McClain
tjm80@txstate.edu - Campus Sponsor:
- McCoy Student Success Center
Are you interested in working at Cintas? Stop by the Student Success Center to connect one on one with employers from Cintas from 2-4PM.
- Location:
- McCoy Hall 1st Floor
- Cost:
- Free
- Contact:
- Dr. Terrance McClain
tjm80@txstate.edu - Campus Sponsor:
- McCoy Student Success Center
It’s the middle of the semester and it’s about that time for a physical and mental check-in. Stop by the first floor for a host of activities to support your health and wellbeing.
- Location:
- McCoy Hall 430; 430
- Cost:
- Free
- Contact:
- Dr. Terrance McClain
tjm80@txstate.edu - Campus Sponsor:
- McCoy Student Success Center
The McCoy College Student Success Center hosts a six-week, cohort-based program in collaboration with McCoy’s Building Supply to develop the competencies students need to become effective leaders. Only available to selected students.
- Location:
- McCoy Hall 1st Floor
- Cost:
- Free
- Contact:
- Dr. Terrance McClain
- Campus Sponsor:
- McCoy Student Success Center
Are you interested in partnering with the McCoy’s building supply? Did you know that McCoy’s Building Supply company founders are also the namesake for the McCoy College of Business? Stop by the table to learn more about internship and full-time opportunities.
- Location:
- McCoy 110; 110
- Cost:
- Free
- Contact:
- Dr. Terrance McClain
tjm80@txstate.edu - Campus Sponsor:
- McCoy Student Success Center
It’s time to celebrate our McCoy Transfer students! We appreciate you for choosing McCoy and we want you to stop by to say thank you! Be sure to grab some free swag.
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