Careers in Finance
Prepare for Financial Careers
With a BS in Finance, you can pursue entry-level positions in corporate finance, commercial and investment banking, financial planning, financial analysis, or risk management.
Begin your career in finance and financial services in roles such as:
- Financial or Budget Analyst
- Personal Financial Advisor
- Financial Manager
- Financial Planner
- Loan Officers or Credit Analyst
- Real Estate Broker or Real Estate Sales Agent
- Risk Analyst
- Wealth Manager
- Insurance Agent
Some roles, such as Certified Financial Planners (CFP) may require applicants to hold professional credentials, certifications, or licenses to practice in addition to a bachelor’s degree.
Alumni of York’s bachelor’s degree in Finance program have gone on to work for Aerotek, Glatfelter Insurance Group, T Rowe Price Associates, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration, Vanguard, JPMorgan Chase, Goldman Sachs, Federal Reserve Bank, BAE Systems, PFM Asset Management, Morgan Stanley, BNY Mellon, AXA advisors, and Northwestern Mutual.
Benefits of Earning a Bachelor’s Degree in Finance
In addition to extremely competitive salaries, finance careers have many other benefits. This area of business expertise offers some of the strongest career outlooks, the highest-earning wage potential, and abundant leadership opportunities for those entering the profession.
Some of the most desirable benefits of pursuing a degree in finance include:
- Opportunity to work with a wide range of employers in a variety of industries
- A stable career path with projected industry job growth
- Transferable skills that prepare you for a number of real-world job responsibilities
- A continually developing field that provides options for further learning, including specializations and certifications
Finance Degree Salary Outcomes
A bachelor’s degree in finance can help you qualify for rewarding roles at all stages of your career in this growing field. According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS), occupations in the business and financial sector are projected to grow 7 percent from 2021 to 2031. Your on-the-job experience, professional certifications, location, and other factors influence your salary as a Finance program graduate.
Median salaries for common careers in finance from the BLS:
Readiness for Graduate School and Professional Training
Pursuing a graduate degree such as a Master of Arts (MA), Master of Science (MS), Master of Finance (MFin), Master of Business Administration (MBA), or Master of Accounting (MAcc) can provide specialized training, elevate salary potential, and help you gain extra course credits or on-the-job training necessary for professional certification.
The BS in Finance degree program at York College of Pennsylvania offers excellent ground-floor preparation for pursuing advanced career pathways that require graduate-level training. Roles that you may advance to after gaining more training and experience include:
- Investment Banker
- Portfolio Manager
- Financial Controller
- Financial Risk Manager
- Quantitative Analyst
Accelerated Bachelor’s/Master’s Degree Pathway
In addition to confidently applying for graduate studies following completion of your four-year degree, Finance majors at York also have the option to pursue a 4+1 program leading to both a bachelor’s and a master’s degree during your time at York College.
York’s 4+1 degree option allows you to complete both a BS in Finance and a Master of Arts (MA) in Strategic Leadership and Management in as few as five years, amplifying your employability and experience in the fields of business and finance as you pursue career advancement.
Request information today to learn more about the BS/MA 4+1 pathway.