Wealth Management

Seton Hall University’s Bachelor of Science in Wealth Management prepares students for rewarding careers in personal financial advising, investment planning, and wealth management. Blending technical expertise with behavioral insight and ethical decision-making, this program equips students to meet the demands of one of today’s fastest-growing sectors within financial services.

Why Choose Wealth Management at Stillman?
The B.S. in Wealth Management offers students a distinct advantage by combining technical knowledge with real-world experience. Seton Hall’s program emphasizes experiential learning through internships, financial labs and community-based pro bono projects. A hallmark of the program is its focus on behavioral finance, helping future advisors understand client motivations and build trust-based relationships.

Students also complete industry-recognized certifications, including the Securities Industry Essentials (SIE), Bloomberg Market Concepts (BMC), as well as Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA), giving them a competitive edge in the job market. Successful completion of the major allows the student to sit for the Certified Financial Planning® (CFP) designation.

To further broaden their expertise, all Wealth Management majors are required to pursue a second major, encouraging interdisciplinary learning across fields such as Accounting, Finance, Marketing, Psychology, Communication, or Economics.

Program Highlights

Academy for Financial Literacy
Apply your knowledge by teaching financial literacy in the community and participating in behavioral finance research initiatives.
Professional Partnerships
Connect with top industry employers such as BlackRock, Goldman Sachs, Morgan Stanley, Schwab, and Northwestern Mutual through internships and mentorship programs.
Certifications and Technology Training
Gain hands-on experience with leading tools like Bloomberg Terminals, Envestnet, eMoney, and BlackRock University platforms.
Strong Alumni Network
Leverage Seton Hall’s deep connections in the financial industry for mentorship, networking, and career opportunities.

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By The Numbers

17% Projected Job Growth by 2033 (BLS)
$99K Median Annual Salary (BLS)
100K Annual Job Openings Expected by 2034 (McKinsey)

Ethics and Real-World Learning

At the Stillman School of Business, we transform concepts into practice. Our mission is to enrich each student’s life through an ethics-based education.

Curriculum

The Wealth Management major requires 15 credits beyond core business courses and the second major requirement, with experiential and certification components built in.

Sample courses include Financial Planning and Risk Management, Retirement Income, Financial Modeling, and Behavioral Economics.

Experiential Requirements:

Securities Industry Essentials (SIE) Certification
Bloomberg Market Concepts (BMC)
Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA)
Internships, externships, and/or job shadowing
Minimum 10 hours of teaching financial literacy in the community

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Career Outlook

With Seton Hall’s prime location, students benefit from proximity to major financial institutions and wealth management firms. Graduates of the Wealth Management program are prepared for careers such as:

Personal Financial Advisor
Investment Advisor
Wealth Manager

Financial Planner
Estate Planner
Financial Consultant

Program Faculty

Many of our full-time faculty have attended top Ph.D. programs and are in demand as lecturers, consultants and media experts. Stillman School faculty provide an academic experience characterized by high faculty-student engagement, often partnering with students on research and other projects.

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Mark Schild
Associate Dean for Student Success and Instructor of Finance
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Hongfei Frank Tang
Department Chair and Professor, Department of Finance, President of the Academy of Applied Analytics and Technology
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Jennifer Itzkowitz
Professor of Finance
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Christakis Droussiotis
Instructor of Finance
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