A B.S.B.A. degree in finance can prepare you for careers in:
Is a Career in Finance for You?
Why do different people pay different premiums for the same insurance coverage? How can a business evaluate whether a project proposal makes sense? What steps can an individual take to improve the odds of a secure, comfortable retirement? People who understand the principles of finance can answer any of these questions. They, therefore, have a better chance of professional and personal success.
The field of finance encompasses financial management, and analysis, financial planning for businesses and for individuals, loan analysis, bank management, insurance, real estate, consulting services, and government regulation. For instance, a corporate financial manager's duties could range long-term issues such as capital budgeting to day-to-day issues such as managing cash balances. Many bankers and investment counselors spend their days helping individuals to develop financial programs tailored to their personal needs and goals, and selling financial products that will help meet those goals.
According to the most recent National College Placement Council salary survey, bachelor's degree graduates in finance start at an average salary of $24,500. This is a national average and will vary by geographical area and type of business.
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