SECTOR OVERVIEW
HOW TO PURSUE A CAREER IN FINANCE WITHOUT A FINANCE DEGREE Having a finance-related degree does give an advantage when it comes to finding a job in the competitive financial sector. But just because you do not have a degree in that area does not mean that you have missed the boat – the finance industry is one of the most diverse industries requiring varied talents working together. Here are seven ways you can jump onto the bandwagon.
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Get a relevant internship and excel at it The best way to get a glimpse of the financial sector is to experience it. An internship allows exactly that; it offers abundant exposure to different departments and provides a better understanding and clearer perspective of the various roles and skills required. Besides providing valuable learning experiences and knowledge, internships also give you the chance to score an excellent reference from your mentor and have something tangible to highlight when you gun for a full-time role in the future.
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