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Finance supports external decision-makers such as banks, government entities, shareholders, clients, and vendors. Earning a finance degree from KU equips you for diverse career paths spanning corporate finance, investment banking, retail banking, wealth management, real estate, and personal financial advisory services.
KU's finance program builds essential competencies in analysis, accounting, and effective communication, preparing graduates for roles across multiple financial sectors including institutional finance, securities trading, asset valuation, and retirement planning.
Gaining practical experience through summer internships, part-time employment, job shadowing opportunities, or corporate site visits provides valuable insight into financial professions.
Common career opportunities include:
Bank Examiner
Banking Analyst
Chief Financial Officer
Controller/Finance Director
Finance Manager
Financial Adviser
Financial Analyst
Financial Planner
Fund Accountants
Mergers and Acquisitions Manager
Portfolio/Fund Manager
Property Manager
Stockbroker
Trust Officer
Admission will be granted to students who meet the following standard:
A minimum grade point average of 2.5 on a 4.0 scale for all previous coursework, including transfer coursework.
English Proficiency:
TOEFL iBT or TOEFL iBT Special Home Edition: 79 (18 minimum subscore)
TOEFL paper-delivered test: 60 (18 minimum subscore)
IELTS: 6.5 (6.0 minimum subscore)
PTE Academic: 53