Bachelor of Science [B.S] [Finance] From University of Rhode Island

The major also provides students with the foundation to sit for and successfully complete the Level 1 Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) exam. The CFA charter is the most recognized professional credential in the finance industry.The URI finance program is one of a handful of schools in the country that are CFA partner institutions at the undergraduate level.Careers in finance are found in financial institutions; security analysis, portfolio, and related investment management; corporate financial management leading to positions as treasurer, controller, and other financial administrative positions; and financial administration tasks in federal and state agencies as well as in the nonprofit sector in hospitals, nursing homes, and educational institutions.