Finance Degree

The finance program at University of the Southwest 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 New Mexico colleges that offer finance degrees.

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University of the Southwest (USW)

6401 Richards Ave, Santa Fe, NM

CSW provides a variety of degree programs for students to guide them in their growth and development. The school is located in Hobbs, New Mexico and operated as a private institution. The school's small size in terms of enrollment, around 500 students, allows students to have a more hands on education due to the number of students per class and ease of access to professors.

Students may select from several areas of study, including:

• Education
• Psychology
• Business And Marketing Studies
• Health And Clinical Professions

The school has an open enrollment policy, admitting any applicants that meet the basic requirements for admission. Submission of transcripts, test scores, and letters of recommendations may be required for certain programs.

Tuition is approximately $15,000 for the year, though it may change based on different types of circumstances. Students may check the school's net price calculator to see the personalize cost of attendance. Student housing is available on-campus for students. The annual cost of housing is approximately $3,900. Financial aid may be provided to students that meet the required requirements.

CSW has several athletic programs overseen by the NAIA. Athletic programs that are available include:

• Baseball
• Basketball
• Track & Field

To see a full list of academic programs offered, enrollment information, financial aid details, and more, please take a look at the school's website at usw.edu today.

Students Enrolled in the Finance Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. USW has offered the following programs for students:

• Bachelor's Degree
• Master's Degree

Students by Academic Level (2019)

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

• Santa Fe, NM
  • Total Employment: 230
  • Average Hourly Rate: $45.83
  • Average Annual Salary: $95320

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

• Santa Fe, NM
  • Total Employment: 50
  • Average Hourly Rate: $25.79
  • Average Annual Salary: $53630

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

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

• Santa Fe, NM
  • Total Employment: 90
  • Average Hourly Rate: $38.23
  • Average Annual Salary: $79510

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

• Santa Fe, NM
  • Total Employment: 80

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

• Santa Fe, NM
  • Total Employment: 120
  • Average Hourly Rate: $29.00
  • Average Annual Salary: $60310

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).