Finance
Associate Degree
Finance Careers
Career Outlook
Whether you are interested in banking, accounting, investing, insurance or personal financial planning, careers in finance can open the door to a wide array of professional positions. Tens of thousands of professional finance-related jobs are expected to remain available in the coming years. In fact, employment of personal finance advisors, just one portion of the finance sector, is forecast to grow by 30% through 2018. And, the U.S. Department of Labor cites $64,750 as the median annual salary. This is an ideal time to prepare for a finance career!
Career Opportunities
There are many options for people with careers in finance. Advancement is common, and entry-level opportunities often include on-the-job training for specific duties that extend beyond your current expertise. Experience and training can go far, and additional responsibilities can lead to promotion to managerial positions with higher pay. Besides personal financial advisor, other finance-related occupations that you may aspire to include...
Median Annual Salary
- Auditing clerk, bookkeeper $34,030
- Purchasing agent $49,650
- Cost estimator $57,860
- Financial or credit analyst $58,850
- Insurance underwriter $59,290
- Tax preparer $30,990
And there is always the potential to start your own finance consultancy.
What you might do as a personal financial advisor...
- Interview clients to determine their current income, expenses, insurance coverage, tax status, financial objectives and risk tolerance
- Develop cash management strategies
- Recommend financial plans to meet client goals
- Research investment opportunities
- Monitor investment activities
- Prepare financial reports
- Improve net worth
Ready to get started on your Finance degree? Enroll online or call 1-800-957-5412 to speak with an Admissions Advisor.
