Choosing a Major

What can I do with my BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION FINANCE degree?

Employers of Finance Majors

  • Banks & Other Financial Institutions
  • Financial Planning Agencies
  • Insurance Companies
  • Real Estate Brokers or Agencies
  • Government Agencies
  • Corporations & Educational Institutions

Related Occupations for Finance Majors

Some of these occupations may require additional education at Graduate or Professional schools. For information on training and qualifications needed for the specific occupations you are considering, consult the Occupational Outlook Handbook or other career guidance resources. Also, take advantage of other resources available at the Career Planning Office located on the first floor of the Strom Thurmond Student Center.

  • Financial Planning & Management (CFP) 
  • Real Estate Broker 
  • Banking
  • Corporate Financial Management 
  • Marketing Securities Broker
  • Risk Management & Insurance 
  • Cash Manager 
  • Banking Analyst
  • Business Credit Administrator 
  • Director of Risk Management 
  • Financial Analyst
  • Treasurer V. P. of Finance (CFO) 
  • President (CEO)
  • Investments Counselor 
  • Securities Analyst (CFA) 
  • Investment Banker
  • OTC Market Maker 
  • Portfolio Analyst 
  • Trust Administrator
  • Director/Investor Relations 
  • Pension/Mutual Fund Administrator
  • Loan Officer 
  • Underwriter (CLU) 
  • Claims Adjuster
  • Claims Examiner 
  • Actuary 
  • Appraiser
  • Property Manager 
  • Mortgage Analyst 
  • Sales Analyst
  • Mortgage Underwriter (CPCU) 
  • International Trade Specialist 
  • Credit Counselor
  • Bank Representative 
  • Branch Manager 
  • Cost Manager
  • Government Official 
  • Trust Analyst

Preparing for a Job in Finance

  • Develop good interpersonal skills
  • Develop communication skills.
  • Seek co-op or internship.
  • Obtain position in sales, bank teller, or cashier, etc.
  • For best positions, consider pursuing MBA (Master of Business Administration).

RELATED MAJOR AT CSU

                        Undergraduate:

BS: BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION-FINANCE EMPHASIS

Graduate:

MASTER OF BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION- FINANCE EMPHASIS

MAJOR COURSE GUIDES

THE MAJOR COURSE GUIDE FOR BS: BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION-FINANCE EMPHASIS IS AVAILABLE BY CLICKING HERE

 
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