Finance Degree

The finance program at SUNY Institute of Technology at Utica – Rome 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 York colleges that offer finance degrees.

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SUNY Institute of Technology at Utica – Rome (SUNY Poly)

One Forestry Dr., Syracuse, NY

SUNY Institute of Technology at Utica - Rome is a public school that has many majors available for students to choose from. The school is located in Utica, NY, in a predominantly rural area. Approximately two thousand students are enrolled yearly at SUNYIT.

Areas of study available at SUNYIT include but are not limited to:

• Business And Marketing Studies
• Health And Clinical Professions
• Psychology
• Computer And Information Sciences
• Engineering Technology

The admissions process begins with the submission of an application, transcripts, and test scores, which are then reviewed by admissions officials. Students may take either the ACT or SAT scores to be considered for admissions to SUNYIT. A score in a range of 980 - 1180 on the SAT, or 21 - 25 for the ACT is common among admitted students. 38% of those students that apply are admitted to SUNY Institute of Technology at Utica - Rome, of which 34 percent choose to enroll.

The cost of undergraduate tuition varies for in-state and out-of-state residents. In-state residents pay around $7,100, while out-of-state residents pay $17,000 for the year. SUNYIT may offer financial aid for students who qualify by way of loans, grants, scholarships and work study programs.

This school has several athletic programs overseen by the NCAA. Available sports offered may include but not limited to:

• Baseball (NCAA Division III)
• Basketball (NCAA Division III)
• Golf (NCAA Division III)
• Soccer (NCAA Division III)

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

• Syracuse, NY
  • Total Employment: 840
  • Average Hourly Rate: $59.97
  • Average Annual Salary: $124740

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

• Syracuse, NY
  • Average Hourly Rate: $32.83
  • Average Annual Salary: $68290

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

• Syracuse, NY
  • Total Employment: 110
  • Average Hourly Rate: $42.27
  • Average Annual Salary: $87920

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

• Syracuse, NY
  • Total Employment: 360
  • Average Hourly Rate: $40.10
  • Average Annual Salary: $83400

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

• Syracuse, NY
  • Total Employment: 410
  • Average Hourly Rate: $41.77
  • Average Annual Salary: $86870

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

• Syracuse, NY
  • Total Employment: 440
  • Average Hourly Rate: $32.12
  • Average Annual Salary: $66800

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).