Finance

Career Guide

Finance is a broad term that refers to the management of money and the process of acquiring funds. It involves activities such as investing, saving, borrowing, lending, and budgeting. Finance is often separated into three sub-categories based on who needs funding to operate: Personal Finance (assessing financial status, buying insurance, calculating taxes, and planning for retirement), Corporate Finance (how businesses raise, spend, and invest money), and Public Finance (how government entities acquire and spend money). 

Designing your major

Your major may be indirectly or directly related to your career choice, and it’s only one of many pieces to finding a good career fit. There are many majors that are related to business, finance, and management, including:

Learn about careers in the field

  • Accountants and Auditor
  • Actuary
  • Business Intelligence Analysts
  • Chief Executive
  • Credit Analyst
  • Credit Counselor
  • Financial and Investment Analyst
  • Financial Manager
  • Financial Quantitative Analysts
  • Fraud Examiner, Investigator and Analyst
  • Investments Funds Manager
  • Loan Officer
  • Personal Financial Advisor
  • Real Estate Broker
  • Teller
  • Treasurers & Controllers
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Volunteer Opportunities

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Professional Associations for Business Students

Are you looking for ways to strengthen your resume and develop relevant work experience? Joining a professional organization or the student chapter of a professional association is one powerful way to position your future for success in your respective career field.

Finance Professional Associations

The List of Finance Professional Associations & Organizations is a key resource for those interested in pursuing professional development or connecting with like-minded Finance professionals.

Investopedia

This financial media website offers a variety of financial content, including market news, reviews, ratings, and comparisons of financial products. It also includes a comprehensive financial dictionary, exam preparation materials, and free trading simulators.

There are many ways to explore careers, through research, gaining experience, and talking with other people. Your career coach is here to mentor you and help you find ways to explore that fit you best.