Finance - La Sierra University

Finance from La Sierra University is a Campus Bachelor Finance degree that prepares you for a Business career. Finance graduates usually begin their career by one of the following routes: (1) an internship program (2) clerical positions in bank insurance and corporate entities, or (3) administrative assistants. After the acquirement of basic experience, leadership positions are open to those who demonstrate the capacity to assume responsibility. Currently positions are open in the health-care industry, banks, and corporations. State and local governmental agencies have many openings for finance graduates in a variety of fields. Career options include Actuary, Attorney, Business Evaluator, Financial Analyst, Financial Planner, Foreign Exchange Trader, Manufacturing Executive, Stockbroker, and Venture Capitalist. NATURE OF THE WORK: The role of financial manager, particularly in business, is changing in response to technological advances that have significantly reduced the amount of time it takes to produce financial reports. Financial managers now perform more data analysis and use it to offer ideas to senior managers on how to maximize profits. They often work on teams acting as business advisers to top managers. Financial managers need to keep abreast of the latest computer technology in order to increase the efficiency of their firm's financial operations. EDUCATIONAL QUALIFICATIONS: A Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or Business Administration is the minimum academic preparation for financial managers. However, many employers increasingly seek graduates with a Master's degree, preferably in Business Administration, Economics, Finance, or Risk Management. These academic programs develop analytical skills and provide knowledge of the latest financial analysis methods and technology. JOB OUTLOOK: Employment of financial managers is expected to grow about as fast as average for all occupations through 2014. The increasing need for financial expertise as a result of regulatory reforms and the expansion of the economy will drive job growth over the next decade. As the economy expands, both the growth of established companies and the creation of new businesses will spur demand for financial managers. View more details on La Sierra University . Ask your questions and apply online for this program or find other related Finance courses.