Finance Degree

The finance program at Robert Morris University 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 Pennsylvania colleges that offer finance degrees.

Robert Morris University

4207 Walnut St, Philadelphia, PA

RMU provides a variety of educational opportunities for students to assist them in their growth and development. The school is located in Moon Township, PA and operated as a private institution. RMU has a yearly student enrollment of over 5,000.

Students can pick from a few areas of study, including but not limited to:

• Business And Marketing Studies
• Education
• Communications And Journalism
• Health And Clinical Professions
• Recreation And Fitness Studies

To be considered for admissions, you may be required to fill out an application, provide letters of recommendations, and submit any transcripts or test scores, which are then reviewed by admissions staff. The most common standardized test scores among students accepted to RMU are within the range of 20 - 25 for the ACT exam, or 1340 - 1660 on the SAT exam. An estimated 80 percent of all applicant were admitted at this school, with 19 percent of those accepted choosing to attend.

Tuition is approximately $25,000 for the year, though it may change based on any number of circumstances. Students may check the school's price of attendance calculator to find what your personalized cost of attendance would be. Housing may be available for those who wish to live on-campus for around a cost of $5,800 for the year. Some students at RMU may be eligible for financial aid, which is generally offered in the form of loans, grants, scholarships and work study programs.

The Robert Morris University Colonials participate in several intercollegiate athletic programs, within the NCAA. Sports available may include the following:

• Basketball (NCAA Division I-AA)
• Track & Field (NCAA Division I-AA)
• Field Hockey (NCAA Division I-AA)

Contact information, admission forms, programs, and much more can be viewed on school's website at http://www.rmu.edu.

Students Enrolled in the Finance Program

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

Students by Gender (2019)

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

• Camden, NJ Metropolitan Division
  • Total Employment: 1
  • Average Hourly Rate: $72.92
  • Average Annual Salary: $151660
• Philadelphia, PA Metropolitan Division
  • Total Employment: 3
  • Average Hourly Rate: $80.08
  • Average Annual Salary: $166560
• Wilmington, DE-MD-NJ Metropolitan Division
  • Total Employment: 2
  • Average Hourly Rate: $76.21
  • Average Annual Salary: $158510

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

Salary & Wages

• Camden, NJ Metropolitan Division
  • Total Employment: 280
  • Average Hourly Rate: $33.39
  • Average Annual Salary: $69460
• Philadelphia, PA Metropolitan Division
  • Total Employment: 420
  • Average Hourly Rate: $36.56
  • Average Annual Salary: $76040
• Wilmington, DE-MD-NJ Metropolitan Division
  • Total Employment: 80
  • Average Hourly Rate: $38.51
  • Average Annual Salary: $80100

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

• Camden, NJ Metropolitan Division
  • Average Hourly Rate: $38.87
  • Average Annual Salary: $80850
• Philadelphia, PA Metropolitan Division
  • Total Employment: 530
  • Average Hourly Rate: $37.03
  • Average Annual Salary: $77030
• Wilmington, DE-MD-NJ Metropolitan Division
  • Total Employment: 1
  • Average Hourly Rate: $33.81
  • Average Annual Salary: $70330

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

• Camden, NJ Metropolitan Division
  • Total Employment: 420
  • Average Hourly Rate: $38.58
  • Average Annual Salary: $80260
• Philadelphia, PA Metropolitan Division
  • Total Employment: 2
  • Average Hourly Rate: $43.59
  • Average Annual Salary: $90680
• Wilmington, DE-MD-NJ Metropolitan Division
  • Total Employment: 3
  • Average Hourly Rate: $41.29
  • Average Annual Salary: $85870

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

• Camden, NJ Metropolitan Division
  • Total Employment: 430
  • Average Hourly Rate: $57.07
  • Average Annual Salary: $118720
• Philadelphia, PA Metropolitan Division
  • Total Employment: 1
  • Average Hourly Rate: $59.07
  • Average Annual Salary: $122870
• Wilmington, DE-MD-NJ Metropolitan Division
  • Total Employment: 760
  • Average Hourly Rate: $50.77
  • Average Annual Salary: $105590

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

• Camden, NJ Metropolitan Division
  • Average Hourly Rate: $39.47
  • Average Annual Salary: $82100
• Philadelphia, PA Metropolitan Division
  • Total Employment: 2
  • Average Hourly Rate: $41.26
  • Average Annual Salary: $85820
• Wilmington, DE-MD-NJ Metropolitan Division
  • Total Employment: 840
  • Average Hourly Rate: $36.00
  • Average Annual Salary: $74880

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).