Finance

Your New Career
Financial professionals work in virtually every field. No matter which you choose, when it comes to making smart financial decisions for your company, you'll have the skills for the job.

• Earn your Associate Degree in Finance at home in as little as two years by studying just an hour a day for your new career.
• Develop skills that are in demand. You’ll stand out from other job candidates, and earning your degree could open doors for you to begin a new career or gain a promotion in your current field.
• Prepare for any one of dozens of challenging positions, including: Bank Officer, Insurance Agent, Assessor, Collections Worker, Investment Counselor, Credit Manager, Financial Analyst, Loan Officer, and more.

Your New Career Opportunities
Financial Managers earn $59,000 per year, but with experience can earn much more.*

Growth of the economy and the need for financial expertise will ensure job growth for financial professionals. Candidates with expertise in accounting and finance should enjoy the best job prospects. Strong computer skills and communication skills are important, because financial management jobs increasingly involve working on strategic planning teams. Apply the skills you learn in your training program diligently for a successful and secure future.

Your New Skills
You'll learn every important part of being a financial professional.

• Facts about accounting and business. These core concepts are vital to the success of any business, large or small.
• Business statistics, principles of management, and much more. The right financial knowledge can launch your moneymaking new career.
• Computer skills. Necessary to succeed in today’s office environment.

*Salary information is based on the "Occupational Outlook Handbook, 2006-07 Edition," a publication of the U.S. Department of Labor. Individual student earnings vary based on experience.