What Can I Do With A Major In...
Finance |
| This field of study focuses on the process of managing assets of corporations or individuals. Money management topics include investments, collection, disbursement, borrowing and fundraising. Skills are developed in preparing financial reports and analyzing financial data for conducting operations, tax requirements and future planning. Financial instruments, institutions and markets are explored. Career options are found with corporations, banks, investment firms, mortgage companies, foundations, fundraising organizations, real estate developers and insurance companies. |
CAREER POSSIBILITIES* |
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| Accountant | Bank Officer | Payroll Manager |
| IRS Agent | Chief Financial Officer | Pension Fund Manager |
| Treasurer | Cash Office Manager | Underwriter |
| Bank Examiner | Financial Aid Director | Estate Planner |
| Controller | Bank Customer Service Rep. | Actuary |
| Fundraiser | Appraiser | Control Reviewer |
| Risk Manager | Portfolio Analyst | Bookkeeper |
| Budget Analyst | Financial Analyst | Business Manager |
| Property Manager | Credit Manager | Real Estate Developer |
| Certified Public Accountant | Credit Counselor | Securities Broker |
| Economist | Finance Writer | Data Systems Manager |
| Insurance Agent | Foreign Exchange Specialist | Chief Executive Officer |
| Facilities Planner | Investment Banker | New Business Developer |
| Stockbroker | Loan Processor | Financial Services Sales Rep. |
| Management Consultant | ||
| *positions are at various levels, some of which require graduate degrees | ||
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION SOURCES |
Books Available at the Office of Career Services:Best Resumes for Accountants and Financial Professionals by Kim Marino Career Choices for Students of Business by Career Associates Career Opportunities in Banking, Finance, and Insurance by Thomas Fitch Careers in Healthcare Management by Cynthia Haddock, Robert McLean, and Robert Chapman Careers in International Affairs by Carland, Maria, and Lisa Gihring, eds. Careers in Marketing by Lila Stair and Leslie Stair Careers in Nonprofits & Government Agencies by WetFeet Insider Guide Getting the MBA Admissions Edge by Alan Mendonca and Matt Symonds Marketing & Sales Career Directory by Ronald Fry 150 Careers in the Health Care Field by Janice Eldredge and Darrell Buono Sales & Marketing Careers, Wow Resumes! by Chuck Cochran & Donna Peerce Top Careers for Business Graduates by Checkmark Books Vault Career Guide to Accounting by Jason Alba |
