Finance
The Finance career cluster prepares learners for careers in financial and investment planning, banking, insurance, and business financial management. Career opportunities are available in every sector of the economy and require specific skills in organization, time management, customer service, and communication. The finance industry is projected to increase by 10 percent by 2026. Globalization, a growing economy, and a complex tax and regulatory environment are expected to continue to lead to strong demand for accountants and auditors.
Programs of Study
- Year 1: Introduction to Business & Marketing
- Year 2: Accounting I
- Year 3: Accounting II
- Year 4: Financial Planning -or- Statistics1 –or- AP Statistics
- Year 4: Work-Based Learning: Career Practicum
1Statewide dual credit opportunity exists for this course
- Year 1: Introduction to Business & Marketing
- Year 2: Accounting I
- Year 3: Banking and Finance
- Year 4: Financial Planning
- Year 4: Work-Based Learning: Career Practicum
- Personal Finance (C29H11) is a course required for graduation but does not count toward concentrator status in a program of study.