Specialized programs
We’ve developed unique curricula to assist students in exploring their interests with immersive experiences and opportunities to form valuable connections with industry professionals. These programs involve an application process.
Investment Banking Industry Scholars
Freshman and rising sophomore finance students can prepare for competitive careers on Wall Street by applying for the Investment Banking Industry Scholars (IBIS) program. Prepare for an investment banking career with early exposure to organizational structures and complex transactions involving underwriting and valuation, mergers and acquisitions (M&A), proprietary trading, and more.
Investment Funds and Practicums
Junior or senior finance students have the unique opportunity to manage a real investment portfolio in a team environment with the Student Investment Management Fund (SIM Fund). Running the full academic year, this program provides a disciplined, quantitative approach to developing and executing a chosen portfolio strategy. You'll present fund performance and decision-making rationale to a board of investment professionals in a culminating experience.
Receive hands-on real estate investment experience with the Real Estate Investment Trust (REIT) Portfolio Practicum. Taking a fundamental approach, you'll manage an investment portfolio representing a devoted real estate component of a balanced investment portfolio for a full academic year.
Finance the future by participating in the Venture Capital Investing Practicum. In this two-semester course, you’ll gain experience developing an investment thesis, identifying promising companies, and deploying capital, gaining valuable exposure to the due diligence process in early-stage investing.
ASU-Intel Honors Collaborative Thesis Program
The ASU-Intel honors thesis program pairs selected junior and senior honors students with Intel employees in a real-world work environment over a full academic year. You'll work on projects directly related to Intel's business needs and complete a culminating thesis defense presentation.
Real estate mentorship
The W. P. Carey School of Business and Arizona Association of REALTORS® (AAR) established a mentorship program for juniors and seniors studying real estate. You'll be matched with successful real estate practitioners in the Valley and attend classes about residential real estate sales and professional development skills.
Devoted resources
Strengthen your technical and decision-making skills by taking advantage of specialized labs made possible by generous philanthropic support. These learning centers integrate advanced technology and industry collaborations into the educational experience.
Financial Access and Research Lab
Gain immersive experience working with advanced finance tools and data at the Charles Schwab Foundation Financial Access and Research (FAR) Lab. The state-of-the-art space on the ground floor of McCord Hall provides students pursuing financial services careers with increased access to industry-standard technology, including Bloomberg Terminals.
Experiential Learning Lab
Bridge the gap between real estate theory and real-world application with the W.P. Carey Center for Real Estate and Finance Experiential Learning Lab. You'll learn practical insights about real estate concepts through hands-on projects in the field, property tours, and engagement with industry professionals.
For-credit internships
Eligible junior and senior students can apply and enroll in FIN or REA 484, elective courses that provide credit for paid internships and sponsored externships. Once accepted into the course, you'll maintain a work journal throughout the internship and prepare a demonstration project. Internships can be extended beyond one semester with application re-approval. Email [email protected] to learn more about course requirements.
Get involved!
In addition to department offerings outlined above, we encourage you to explore career-oriented student clubs that connect you to industry leaders and enable lasting professional networks with fellow students. Join to participate in vibrant community experiences beyond the classroom.