finance

Imagine helping individuals and businesses grow their wealth, navigating the complexities of the stock market, or advising clients on smart investment strategies. In the fast-paced world of finance, every day presents new challenges and opportunities to make a real impact. Whether you dream of becoming a financial analyst, investment banker, or financial advisor, the finance field offers endless possibilities for growth and success.

Questions
  • Do you have strong math skills?
  • Are you interested in the economy?
  • Do you enjoy managing money and figuring out how to save and spend wisely?
Career Pathways

Finance has five career pathways:

  • Accounting: Individuals who track and report how money is received and spent by a company or organization.
  • Business Finance: Individuals who develop the strategy for managing money within a company or organization, such as budgeting and investing.
  • Banking Services: Individuals who provide a range of services in a bank.
  • Insurance: Individuals who sell insurance policies, and process insurance claims.
  • Securities and Investment: Individuals who develop investment strategies and sell stocks and bonds.
What It Takes
Chemistry flask and gear
Strong Math Skills
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Teamwork & Coordination
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Customer Service Skills
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Leadership
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Integrity
Education-Career-Income: Finance
occupation
required education
Salary Range
Financial Managers
Bachelor's Degree
$81,614- $195,868
Accountants and Auditors
Bachelor's Degree
$47,807 - $96,396
Financial and Investment Analysts
Bachelor's Degree
$56,231 - $108,697
Securities, Commodities, and Financial Services Sales Agents
Bachelor's Degree
$42,050 - $100,274
Personal Financial Advisors
Bachelor's Degree
$46,507 - $157,889
Loan Officers
Bachelor's Degree
$35,228 - $90,067
Financial Specialists, All Other
Bachelor's Degree
$37,442 - $78,866
Insurance Sales Agents
Certificate
$33,725 - $87.756
Claims Adjusters, Examiners, and Investigators
Some College, No Degree
$45,455 - $79,672
Source: 2024 Florida CareerSource
For more information, visit Florida Department of Education CTE Frameworks