Major:
Finance Major

Description: A program that generally prepares individuals to plan, manage, and analyze the financial and monetary aspects and performance of business enterprises, banking institutions, or other organizations. Includes instruction in principles of accounting, financial instruments, capital planning, funds acquisition, asset and debt management, budgeting, financial analysis, and investments and portfolio management.

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What is the Median Salary Range for Finance Majors?

U.S. Median Salary(starting):$48,500

U.S. Median Salary(mid-career):$89,400

Note: These numbers are national averages so you could make more or less than these amounts. Actual expected salaries will vary depending on your chosen career path, experience, and even your geographic location. Are you interested in detailed information about the forecasted demand for a particular profession? Are you interested in the estimated salaries such positions are likely to pay? This government Web site allows you to search on a particular job, whether listed here or not, to give you this information.

Bureau of Labor Statistics

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What jobs and careers are associated to a major in Finance?

•Budget Analysts

•Business Teachers, Postsecondary

•Chief Executives

•Credit Analysts

•Financial Analysts

•Financial Managers

•Financial Specialists, All Other

•General and Operations Managers

•Loan Officers

•Personal Financial Advisors

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