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the possibilities.

As a finance major you will develop an understanding of financing, business investments, optimal dividend payments, lending regulations and financial products and services in preparation for a competitive line of work. Coupling your degree in finance with a minor or an area of specialization (such as risk management and insurance) can help you become even more marketable.

Possible career opportunities include:

• financial manager
• financial analyst
• loan officer
• credit analyst
• underwriter
• property and real estate manager
• insurance agent and broker
• securities and financial services
• sales representative

About the Program

• All Gannon business students have the opportunity to participate in many professional business organizations, including the Gannon Accounting Club, Alpha Kappa Psi Professional Business Fraternity, Gannon Advertising Club and the American Marketing Association.

• The Small Business Development Center on Gannon’s campus integrates cutting-edge theory with the latest business technologies to prepare students for successful professional careers.

• The finance program is nationally accredited by the Association of Collegiate Business Schools and Programs (ACBSP).

• Students in the program interact with other students and professors in the fields of advertising communications, business administration, finance, international business, management, marketing, risk management and insurance, and sports management and marketing.

Advanced Business Technology Certificate

The Advanced Business Technology Certificate is a value-added approach to business courses. Some business courses will offer the option of taking a one credit Advanced Business Technology session that integrates advanced instruction in the application of computer technology with the content of the specific courses. Students completing a minimum of six one-credit Advanced Business Technology courses during their tenure as students at Gannon University will earn this certificate. The completion of this certificate will serve as one source of evidence for students to confirm to potential employers that they have advanced knowledge, skills and abilities to use technology-based business applications to improve their job performance.

The Gannon Advantage

• Students at Gannon enjoy internships, co-ops and study abroad opportunities. In addition everyone completes our "Liberal Studies Core" -- 39 credits that will help prepare you for life.
• Gannon's Career Development Services Office reports that 97% of Gannon's recent graduates are employed or are enrolled in graduate studies.
• On our urban campus, students can enjoy all the conveniences of city living while feeling at home in Gannon's caring community.
• An overall 13:1 student to faculty ratio ensures that students receive the genuine commitment and personal attention they are seeking.
• Gannon's Career Service Center helps students search for graduate school or job opportunities, develop interviewing skills and design a professional resume.
• Over 70 clubs and organizations as well as 18 NCAA Division II athletics provide students the chance to be involved.