Dollars and Sense: An Online Education in Finance

by Gabriel Traverso
Online Education Columnist

Financial reforms and changes in regulation should continue to drive steady job growth in the world of finance over the next several years. Investing in yourself through an online finance degree could set you ahead of the pack.

If you've ever been interested in a career in finance, there has never been a better time than now to start thinking about your education. While corporate scandals and regulations such as the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002 continue to fuel the need for qualified personnel in finance, employers are starting to raise their requirements. For most positions a bachelor's degree will be required, but for senior positions and management level jobs you will most likely need an MBA. Distance learning could be the perfect solution to fit your career needs.

Finance Degrees Online
With online education, you create your own schedule and work at your own pace. You can learn from home and avoid the hassle of commuting and lugging your books around. Whether you already have a bachelor's degree and are looking to further your education with a master's program, or you're just getting started on your academic track, online finance degrees are a perfect solution.

Positions in Finance
Jobs in finance can vary. A finance degree with a license to sell securities could be a route worth pursuing, or you might simply be interested in rounding out your business education to qualify for a management position. Some typical jobs in finance include:

• Bank branch manager
• Controller
• Treasurer
• Credit manager

Whatever the job, distance learning provides an ideal path to the career you've been dreaming about. Consider an online degree program to launch your finance career.

Source
U.S. Dept. of Labor, "Financial managers"

About the Author
Gabriel Traverso is a freelance writer, independent musician, and artist. He resides in Reno, NV.

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