Finance Degree

The finance program at Carthage College prepares students for careers as a credit analyst, finance officer, financial advisor, financial analyst, financial planner, loan officer, or investment banker. The program focuses on planning, managing, and analyzing financial and monetary aspects and performance of business enterprises, banking institutions, or other organizations. Program courses include: principles of accounting, financial instruments, capital planning, funds acquisition, asset and debt management, budgeting, financial analysis, and investments and portfolio management. Get more details below including other Wisconsin colleges that offer finance degrees.

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Carthage College (Carthage)

100 N East Ave, Waukesha, WI

Carthage, a nonprofit private institution, offers a large number of program options, allowing students to choose which major is right for them. Located in Kenosha, Wisconsin, it resides in a suburban setting for students to study in. The school's Evangelical Lutheran Church affiliation is one of its defining characteristics and plays an important role within the school's vision. Approximately three thousand students are enrolled yearly at Carthage College.

Areas of study available at Carthage College include:

• Business And Marketing Studies
• Education
• Recreation And Fitness Studies
• Communications And Journalism

The admissions process starts with the submission of an application, transcripts, and test scores, which are then evaluated by admissions staff. Most students admitted to Carthage score in-between 22 to 27 on the ACT. Carthage has an admissions rate of 69% of which only 14% decided to enroll. More information regarding admissions can be found here.

The cost of tuition is nearly $34,000 for the year. Tuition prices may change for a variety of reasons, and as such students should visit the school's price of attendance calculator to get a better idea of their cost of attendance. Students attending Carthage may be eligible for aid which is typically scholarships, grants, and loans.

The Carthage Red Men participate in a number of intercollegiate athletic programs, as part of the NCAA organization. Athletic programs available may include:

• Baseball (NCAA Division III)
• Basketball (NCAA Division III)
• Track & Field (NCAA Division III)
• Football (NCAA Division III)

Students who would like to get more about Carthage can check out their website at http://www.carthage.edu.

Students Enrolled in the Finance Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. Carthage offers a bachelor's degree program in finance.

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Students by Race (2019)

Source: IPEDS Survey 2012-2020: Data obtained from the US Dept. of Education's Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS). Data may vary depending on school and academic year.

Career Options for Graduates

Chief Sustainability Officers

Description

Communicate and coordinate with management, shareholders, customers, and employees to address sustainability issues. Enact or oversee a corporate sustainability strategy.

General and Operations Managers

Description

Plan, direct, or coordinate the operations of public or private sector organizations. Duties and responsibilities include formulating policies, managing daily operations, and planning the use of materials and human resources, but are too diverse and general in nature to be classified in any one functional area of management or administration, such as personnel, purchasing, or administrative services.

Treasurers and Controllers

Description

Direct financial activities, such as planning, procurement, and investments for all or part of an organization.

Career Outlook & Projections ()

According to the BLS, treasurers and controllers employment is expected to grow at a rate of 6.8% from 2014 to 2024

Salary & Wages

• Milwaukee-Waukesha-West Allis, WI
  • Total Employment: 3
  • Average Hourly Rate: $62.59
  • Average Annual Salary: $130180

Budget Analysts

Description

Examine budget estimates for completeness, accuracy, and conformance with procedures and regulations. Analyze budgeting and accounting reports.

Career Outlook & Projections ()

According to the BLS, budget analysts employment is expected to grow at a rate of 2.5% from 2014 to 2024

Credit Analysts

Description

Analyze credit data and financial statements of individuals or firms to determine the degree of risk involved in extending credit or lending money. Prepare reports with credit information for use in decision making.

Career Outlook & Projections ()

According to the BLS, credit analysts employment is expected to grow at a rate of 6.1% from 2014 to 2024

Salary & Wages

• Milwaukee-Waukesha-West Allis, WI
  • Total Employment: 690
  • Average Hourly Rate: $35.13
  • Average Annual Salary: $73060

Financial Analysts

Description

Conduct quantitative analyses of information affecting investment programs of public or private institutions.

Career Outlook & Projections ()

According to the BLS, financial analysts employment is expected to grow at a rate of 11.7% from 2014 to 2024

Salary & Wages

• Milwaukee-Waukesha-West Allis, WI
  • Total Employment: 2
  • Average Hourly Rate: $39.45
  • Average Annual Salary: $82060

Personal Financial Advisors

Description

Advise clients on financial plans using knowledge of tax and investment strategies, securities, insurance, pension plans, and real estate. Duties include assessing clients' assets, liabilities, cash flow, insurance coverage, tax status, and financial objectives.

Career Outlook & Projections ()

According to the BLS, personal financial advisors employment is expected to grow at a rate of 29.6% from 2014 to 2024

Salary & Wages

• Milwaukee-Waukesha-West Allis, WI
  • Total Employment: 2
  • Average Hourly Rate: $44.79
  • Average Annual Salary: $93170

Loan Officers

Description

Evaluate, authorize, or recommend approval of commercial, real estate, or credit loans. Advise borrowers on financial status and payment methods. Includes mortgage loan officers and agents, collection analysts, loan servicing officers, and loan underwriters.

Career Outlook & Projections ()

According to the BLS, loan officers employment is expected to grow at a rate of 8.1% from 2014 to 2024

Salary & Wages

• Milwaukee-Waukesha-West Allis, WI
  • Total Employment: 2
  • Average Hourly Rate: $40.28
  • Average Annual Salary: $83780

Financial Quantitative Analysts

Description

Develop quantitative financial products used to inform individuals or financial institutions engaged in saving, lending, investing, borrowing, or managing risk. Investigate methods for financial analysis to create mathematical models used to develop improved analytical tools or advanced financial investment instruments.

Business Teachers, Postsecondary

Description

Teach courses in business administration and management, such as accounting, finance, human resources, labor and industrial relations, marketing, and operations research. Includes both teachers primarily engaged in teaching and those who do a combination of teaching and research.

Source: Job descriptions, estimated salary and wages, and projected job growth are taken from the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS).