Need Some Advice on Finance Programs/Career Goals

Bulldog87
Mon, 15 Aug 2011 20:50:28 +0000

Hey All,

I recently graduated from a great state school, but like most others, I’m having a hard time finding a good job. I graduated with a degree in marketing, however, I would really like to work in the financial industry. Although, having a degree in marketing has made it very tough to find any kind of entry-level finance position.

My choices are the following (please give input if you have another suggestion)

1. Keep looking for a job with my current degree

2. Go for another undergraduate degree and major in finance

3. Apply for a MFin program–The only problem I have with this is possibly getting left behind in class since I’ve only taken one finance class in undergrad. Are there any MFin programs that provide intro courses to get me caught up?

4. Find some kind of work and just do a concentration in finance for my MBA?

I’m having a very difficult time trying to figure out which path to take. I’m 23 years old with very high aspirations and ready to start my career. I would greatly appreciate any help/suggestions/insight. Thanks