<p>Hi,</p>
<p>I'm interested in studying finance, but I'm currently failing my algebra 2 class. Does this make studying finance pretty much a no go since I struggle in higher level math? How much higher level math does this degree use? I really do enjoy the subject, I'm just worried I won't be able to handle the math.</p>
<p>UG Finance typically does not require anything above calculus. However, if you are weak in math, you might have trouble understanding some financial concepts. If you are passionate about the subject and the major, you can always get a tutor or put in some additional study time.</p>
<p>Algebra 2 is not higher level math. If you are failing algebra it could be a tough road ahead for you.</p>
<p>If the finance degree is offered through the business school, they probably require a watered down version of calculus, for business majors. However, if you struggling with algebra now, it will only get tougher as you go. </p>
<p>Try Khanacademy.org if you are struggling with math. He has videos covering ALL levels of math (he starts at 1+1, no joke). Determine what you are struggling with, watch his videos, do TONS OF PRACTICE PROBLEMS, and hopefully you can gain the mathematical knowledge that is needed for your desired degree.</p>
<p>If you dont know algebra, you cant do calculus. If you cant do calculus…well…let’s just say it’s gonna be tough.</p>
<p>Algebra 2…higher level math? ROFL.</p>
<p>Algebra is the foundation for calculus. Invest more time into studying algebra then calculus would be a walk on the beach. Calculus has formulas and equations to remember but are usually solved algebraically at the end.</p>
<p>yeh sorry bro but if u think algebra 2 is higher level math and failing…dont even try finance. </p>
<p>In fact for any business major u will need to take at least business calc or statistics…so maybe go into something else…</p>
<p>whiteyoshi, </p>
<p>Business Calc is probably a “walk on the beach” if you have a strong foundation in algebra, but regular Calculus (the Calc 1-3 sequence) is a lot more difficult. Lots of Trig involved.</p>
<p>Thanks for the comments guys. It’s not so much math as a whole that I struggle with, it just seems to be this class. I did perfectly fine in algebra 1 and geometry, but this class is just kicking my butt.</p>
<p>Finance majors at the better schools are going to be largely stronger math students. I’d advise another path…or get a tutor and just plug away.</p>
<p>I would agree with the last poster about the strong math skills statement. I am a senior in finance at a state school and I feel as though my strong background in math (Actuary Science Minor) has given me a possible leg up on the competition, where as many of my colleagues barely remember business calculus. </p>
<p>The more math you can take, in general, the better.</p>