Learn more about a future in finance as a sophomore student.
There are many ways to explore careers, apply your skills, and pursue your dreams at W. P. Carey. Our finance community will provide you with on-demand career support and direction at every stage of your career management journey. Bookmark this page and return throughout the year to see what you need to know (and do!) now and later. Here you’ll find resources, advice, events, personal connections, and other career opportunities — created and curated for sophomore economics, finance, and financial planning students.
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Economics
Explore everything from pricing strategy and cost-benefit analysis to environmental policy impact and international exchange rates. With a business degree from W. P. Carey, you graduate with an understanding of how societies deal with scarcity, and be prepared to pursue careers in banking, finance, and top graduate programs in economics, business, and law.
Learn more: Career Fast Facts | W. P. Carey Advising | ASU Degree Search
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Finance
Take courses like advanced managerial finance, business statistics, and derivative financial securities and gain professional-level skill. Graduate with a business degree from W. P. Carey and secure a competitive edge on Wall Street and beyond. Succeed in investment management, investment banking, private equity, corporate finance, entrepreneurial finance, high-tech management, and more.
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Financial Planning
Learn essential information related to finance, taxes, portfolio management, insurance, and estate planning. Graduate with a business degree from W. P. Carey and with the tools and expertise to solve complex problems for future clients. Employment for personal financial advisors is forecasted to grow 15% from 2016 to 2026, much faster than average for other occupations.
Learn more: Career Fast Facts | W. P. Carey Advising | ASU Degree Search
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Consulting
Consultants are professional experts who provide solutions and strategies to improve the financial and operational health of an organization. Consulting can be an attractive post-graduation goal, but these roles are competitive and preparation is demanding. It is important to begin establishing advocacy and relationships within target firms early in order to succeed in this relationship-driven market. To that end, if you are interested in consulting, check out the links below to learn more.
Learn more: Consulting Program | Consulting Career Map | Consulting Workshops
Identify what’s now and next in your journey
Remember, career management is a lifelong process — and every effective plan starts with a thoughtful strategy. Learn more about career management at W. P. Carey, and the other key elements of your journey. This page includes relevant ways to move forward based on your current year and career path.
Peer coaching for sophomores
Our MBA peer career coaches offer drop-in appointments as well as career appointments for first- and second-year students. Visit your sophomore career community to connect with peer coaches relevant to your major and career path. MBA peer career coaches are available to help you with:
- A review of your resume/cover letter and feedback for improvement
- Basic interviewing skills
- General career-related questions