Saints Maps - Business/Finance

BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION - FINANCE

SUGGESTED MINORS

Our study of finance pushes students further by focusing on experiential learning assignments such as: creating models to develop analytical approaches to problems; researching securities to trade in simulations; and analyzing decision-based case studies.

Classes occur in a small setting allowing maximum individualized attention. Specific topics include how firms acquire and allocate funds, how financial markets operate, and international financial management techniques.

CAREER COMPETENCIES

SUCCESS AS A SAINT

Check the advising worksheet in The Halo to review your major requirements.

Discuss your progression and future goals with a Success Coach.

Talk to a Career Educator about your steps after Limestone in terms of further education, career goals, certifications, and more.

Get the experience you need through opportunities at Limestone using Saints Maps.

HOW TO USE THIS MAP

Use this map to help plan and guide your experience at Limestone; including academic and co-curricular opportunities. Each student’s Limestone experience is different and activities in this map are suggestions. Always consult with your advisors whenever possible for new opportunities and updates.

BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION - FINANCE

FIRST YEAR MIDDLE

DEVELOP

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ENGAGE

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Review your 4-year degree plan and the academic catalog

Introduce yourself to your First-Year Advisor/ Success Coach and meet with them regularly

Discover library resources and the Equity & Inclusion Office

Join an on-campus organization like the Investment Club to gain more connections

Explore volunteer and service-learning opportunities or job-shadowing

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Consider adding a minor another field such as Human Resources Management

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Meet with your new faculty progress to degree

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Participate in cultural the Professionalism Panel Attend the Fall Internship industry-based internship

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Participate in speaker and special events hosted by the College of Business

Create Handshake account

Create a LinkedIn profile

Complete PathwayU assessment to be reassured of your career choice

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Explore average salaries for your career field

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Schedule a mock interview Career & Professional  

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Start finalizing your resume Invest in proper business Career Closet

Begin researching jobs narrow down to top 5 Attend the Fall Graduate options and start applying

YEARS FINAL YEAR

minor or certificate in Accounting, Economics or Management

faculty advisor to check

Work with your faculty advisor to ensure you have no outstanding course requirements

Complete your senior capstone or enroll in ID 400 - a course that can assist you in finalizing your job search documents

Apply to graduate

SAINTS ADVANTAGE

Engage in these opportunities to build competencies for your future.

CAREER PATHS

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Insurance Sales Financial Analyst

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Commercial Banker Account Analyst

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events on campus such as Panel or Etiquette Dinner

Internship Fair and apply for an internship interview with the Center for Professional Development

resume business attire or visit the Saints

jobs in your field of study & 5 choices

Graduate School Fair to explore applying

Finalize your elevator pitch and attend the Spring Career Fair

Now is the time to prep and register to sit for certification exams if considering

Present in the bi-annual Student Research and Presentations Symposium

Set up an appointment with the Center for Career & Professional Development to ensure you are ready for the workforce

Keep a catalog of networking contacts and identify potential references

Apply for jobs in your field

Wealth Management Business Developer Real Estate Agent

FURTHER EDUCATION

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MBA

Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA)

Certified Financial Planner (CFP)

Chartered Financial Consultant (ChFC)

SKILLS

Look to develop soft skills such as communication, leadership, and ability to problem solve

Strong aptitude for math

Microsoft Excel

Working well with a team

GRADUATE SUCCESS

The data below outlines the path students in the program take within one year of graduation. (based on knowledge rate from 2022 graduate survey)

Finance degrees are best complemented with professional certifications focused on the specific area of interest.

Limestone’s finance majors have experienced substantial enhancements to their education with the opening of the Vera Jones Mitchell Finance Lab in 2018. Only approximately 6% of ACBSP-accredited business schools have a finance lab and a student managed investment fund. With your concentration in finance, our curriculum prepares students to work in financial institutions such as commercial & investment banks, or in finance departments of major corporations.

LIFE AFTER GRADUATION

Thank you to the Major Maps Committee for their work on this project & dedication to student success:

“As a Finance major at Limestone University, I was able to take what I learned in the classroom and apply it in real life. Walking into an internship, I felt confident and prepared to do a good job, because I knew I had the background knowledge to do so. Putting in the time on school work and developing myself professionally through time in the Career Office has really made all the difference, and I’m so thankful to the Career Services Office for all their help!”

Lauren Baker ‘22 Accountant - City of Rock Hill

BUSINESS

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