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6th January 2016, 03:06 PM
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Re: Why MBA in Finance

Finance is one of the most popular specializations within Master of Business Administration (MBA) programs.

Benefits of MBA in Finance

An MBA in Finance offers benefits to working professionals in a variety of industries, including commercial and corporate banking, investment services and real estate.

Finance MBA cover

A finance MBA prepares students for careers in:

Accounting

Financial planning

Banking

Corporate finance

Finance MBA courses/curriculum


While courses vary from school to school, finance MBA courses typically include:

Corporate investment management
Portfolio management
Hedge fund management
Small business and corporate finance
Stock market analysis
Foundations in finance
Global economy
Financial instruments
Futures and options

Practical Experience

Students pursuing an MBA in Finance can sometimes gain experience with some of the world's most successful companies through internship programs.

Companies like Johnson & Johnson, AT&T, Amazon, Intel and Microsoft offer internship opportunities specifically designed for aspiring financial managers and analysts.

These work-study opportunities often count as academic credit.

Employment Information

According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS), financial managers and analysts can expect moderate to faster-than-average job growth in the coming years, along with serious competition for available positions.

Depending on the specialization, the BLS anticipated an increase of 9%-16% for financial professions between 2012-2022.

Some popular career paths for MBA in Finance graduates include:

Senior financial analyst

Financial controller or director

Manager of a finance department

Chief financial officer

Commercial or investment banker

Real estate or insurance finance manager


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