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Online Business Management Degree
Online Finance Management Degree Programs
Graduate certificate and graduate degree programs in financial management are offered online by accredited universities.
Financial managers oversee the budgets, investments, and cash-management strategies of the companies for which they work. They institute financial plans and policies, prepare financial reports, monitor cash flow, and hire and manage staff. They may supervise all financial matters throughout one or more departments within a company.
Individuals who wish to work in the field of financial management should excel at problem solving, be analytical and creative thinkers, possess excellent communication skills, understand business basics, and be technologically savvy. Financial managers work in virtually all businesses and government agencies. As businesses merge, consolidate and expand globally, financial managers are needed to help reduce risk and maximize profit. A number of career opportunities exist in this ever-changing field. Below are some of the most popular occupations. Below are more details concerning careers within this field.
Financial management degrees provide new financial managers with specialized skills and current financial managers with continuing education to stay up-to-date with leadership techniques and computer technology.
The market for financial managers is growing, especially for professionals with graduate credentials. The Bureau of Labor Statistics projects that the job market will grow 21 % between 2002 and 2012. Financial managers earn an average salary of $91,610, according to a 2004 report from the Bureau of Labor Statistics.
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Featured Schools For Online Financial Management Degrees
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University of Maryland University College/UMUC Online
The University of Maryland University College offers the following online degree programs and certificates in financial management:
- Undergraduate Certificate in Financial Management
- Master of Science in Accounting and Financial Management
- Accounting and Financial Management - Operations Graduate Certificate
- Accounting and Financial Management - Strategic Graduate Certificate
- Financial Management in Organizations Graduate Certificate
Accreditation
University of Maryland University College is accredited by the Commission on Higher Education of the Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools.
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DeVry University
DeVry degree programs fit into your schedule via an online "campus" that is accessible 24 hours a day, seven days a week. DeVry offers the following online financial management programs:
Master's Degree in Accounting and Financial Management
The Master of Accounting and Financial Management (MAFM) program offered by DeVry equips students with the knowledge, skills and abilities necessary to function as accounting and financial managers in public accounting, industry, education or government.
Graduate Certificate in Financial Analysis
This certificate is for students who wish to specialize in financial analysis without completing the entire MAFM degree program. Students can pursue the certificate and are eligible to receive a graduate certificate in financial analysis upon successfully completing:
- Managerial Accounting
- Federal Taxes and Management Decisions
- Accounting and Finance: Managerial Use and Analysis
- Accounting and Finance: Managerial Finance
- Accounting and Finance: Advanced Managerial Finance
- Accounting and Finance: Securities Analysis
- Accounting and Finance: Corporate Investment Analysis;
Accreditation
DeVry University is accredited by The Higher Learning Commission and is a member of the North Central Association (NCA).
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Boston University
Master of Science in Banking and Financial Services Management
Students will develop skills in analyzing financial statements, investments, managing cash, and capital raising strategies. The curriculum will give you an in-depth understanding of the merger and acquisition process, defense measures against hostile bids, buyout transactions, and its relevance in a high paced and extremely dynamic financial market.
Accreditation
Boston University is accredited by the New England Association of Schools and Colleges.
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