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Overview

Develop Practical Skills in Financial Analysis and Strategy

The business and finance industry is facing a period of projected growth, both in terms of job openings and new technology. According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, 942,500 new jobs are estimated to open each year, on average, for business and financial occupations from 2024 to 2034.This surge highlights the need for finance professionals who can bring analytical expertise and strategic insight to the workforce. 

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Explore Online Finance Degrees

Whether you're just starting your journey or looking to advance your education, GCU offers multiple online finance degrees at the undergrad and graduate levels to provide applicable skills for analyzing financial trends and driving strategic growth.

Careers

Career Paths for Graduates of Online Finance Programs

Graduating with a finance degree can open the door to a wide range of career opportunities. Gaining insight into potential career paths can help guide your academic choices and prepare you for working in the financial sector.

Those who earn a finance degree may go on to explore careers such as:

Financial manager

Financial and investment analyst

Personal financial advisor

Financial risk specialist

Chief financial officer

General and operations manager

Compensation, benefits and job analysis specialist

Budget or credit analyst

Loan officer

$161,700

Median annual wage for financial managers as of May 20242

15% Growth

Estimated growth for financial managers expected from 2024 ­to 20343

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