{"id":63029,"date":"2022-10-19T09:44:53","date_gmt":"2022-10-19T07:44:53","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/blog.docsity.com\/en\/?p=63029"},"modified":"2022-10-19T09:44:54","modified_gmt":"2022-10-19T07:44:54","slug":"9-careers-to-explore-with-a-finance-degree-in-the-uk","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/blog.docsity.com\/en\/career-guidance\/stage-and-job\/9-careers-to-explore-with-a-finance-degree-in-the-uk\/","title":{"rendered":"9 Careers to Explore with a Finance Degree in the UK"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p><strong>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"gb-headline gb-headline-ee53204f gb-headline-text\">Choosing where to start your career can be a daunting decision.&nbsp;<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Many students are undecided about their degree choice and unsure about the potential career paths that lie ahead. During your short time as an undergraduate student, it&#8217;s important to understand how you can make the most of your time and choose a course of study that will support the career and lifestyle that you desire.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>By making a thoughtful decision about your course of study, doing some research, and testing the field with some internships, you can help set yourself up for a successful life.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"gb-headline gb-headline-1bdfb7d9 gb-headline-text\">Let\u2019s start with the first step: choosing your course of study.&nbsp;<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>One undergraduate degree that is quite versatile and sought after by employers in recent years is the <strong>Bachelor in Finance<\/strong>. Especially if you\u2019re looking to<strong> live and work in the UK<\/strong>, this degree opens up many opportunities.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img src=\"https:\/\/lh6.googleusercontent.com\/LUq1ib9fZN8AICAoyFd5ZKvYhL-8EmJ-8tjPQO8mGwSp2ywYjdtVvntcnS7SN1DPmwxz_jGQXHqCjxyDQwIzcUmLz31irq8gIftcXXNiRKZYVAcsIl32_J8-9r9YNcc4C9QX5AiEdU7v2qdYdUYoTFuxI52LdjtxGMCzisO-dI4rM0lxAkd0bT2KDBF9\" alt=\"\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/careerspages.com\/discover-some-of-the-best-jobs-for-finance-majors\/\"><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Here we will lay out some <strong>possible career<\/strong> paths that a Finance graduate can pursue in the <strong>UK<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h5 class=\"gb-headline gb-headline-da35282c gb-headline-text\"><strong><em>Career Paths in Finance&nbsp;<\/em><\/strong><\/h5>\n\n\n\n<ul><li><strong>Actuary&nbsp;<\/strong><ul><li>Actuaries <strong>assess the likelihood<\/strong> of certain situations happening by using statistical and financial theories. They also <strong>determine the potential financial costs <\/strong>if these events should occur.<\/li><li>As an actuary, you could work on projects such as analysing pension scheme liabilities to determine prices for commercial insurance or make calculations about accident rates for groups of people.&nbsp;<\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul><li><strong>Accountant<\/strong><ul><li>There are different types of accountants, and many of these roles can work in a range of organisations among public sectors, not-for-profit, public practice, industry, and commerce.<\/li><li>The accountant\u2019s aim is to<strong> maximise profitability <\/strong>for your client or employer. This means you\u2019ll give advice, audit accounts, create financial reports, and provide trustworthy information about financial records.&nbsp;<\/li><li>Some accountants are also responsible for developing and maintaining companies\u2019 financial systems, auditing records, forecasting future finances, or investigating anomalies.<\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul><li><strong>External Auditor&nbsp;<\/strong><ul><li>An external auditor examines financial records to determine <strong>how well a business is performing<\/strong>, as well as <strong>makes recommendations<\/strong> for improvements in the future.<\/li><li>This is one step further than what an accountant does because the auditor will also help clients to identify and manage risks across multiple areas of their business.<\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul><li><strong>Stockbroker&nbsp;<\/strong><ul><li>Stockbrokers<strong> buy and sell stocks<\/strong> on behalf of their clients, which include private or commercial clients. In return, they earn a fee or commission.&nbsp;<\/li><li>As a stockbroker, you will <strong>manage clients&#8217; investments<\/strong>, acting as the link between your clients and the stock exchange.<\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img src=\"https:\/\/lh4.googleusercontent.com\/srXh_Mrnc8zpqzL8OPte2r-K0qU6hFVYKTOQl8QJAYWqzq1HVrXGaR-4UToZxi29Q-1h9nKVlX4ukFhjuUE8N8wTQhN-JZzOvs8iOTTw6MMym6LQG0RyNcDPSMm9yxp0Njr_UkwvX2hon_6zJdPEWvPqx6txis0MsVSsDiRNWGzPhrxUi_V7hoZUZ_Qi\" alt=\"\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.monster.com\/career-advice\/article\/best-paying-jobs-business-majors\"><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul><li><strong>Management Consultant<\/strong><ul><li>If you enjoy <strong>problem-solving<\/strong> and you are motivated to <strong>help organisations to operate better<\/strong>, then management consulting could be a path for you.&nbsp;<\/li><li>Management consultants help organisations to maximise growth, solve issues, and improve business performance. They use their business skills to provide objective advice and expertise, and help a company to develop any skills that it may be lacking.<\/li><li>You will suggest changes to the organisation and offer advice for implementing solutions.<\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul><li><strong>Retail Banker<\/strong><ul><li>Retail bankers <strong>help people to manage their money<\/strong>, offer advice, and provide financial services and products.<\/li><li>As a retail banker, you can help people to move their money, authorise loans, or arrange bonds and savings accounts. You&#8217;ll mostly work with individuals, but some banks also offer business banking.<\/li><li>You could also have retail manager responsibilities in your bank branch, including the strategic management of your branch, managing a team of staff, increasing the sales of financial services, and attracting new customers.&nbsp;<\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul><li><strong>Investment Banker<\/strong><ul><li>If you have strong analytical and problem-solving skills, these can be put to good use as an Investment Banker.&nbsp;<\/li><li>Investment bankers use their knowledge of corporate financial opportunities to <strong>advise companies in making investment decisions,<\/strong> including company acquisitions and mergers, company buyouts, bonds and share issuing, lending, and privatisation of businesses.&nbsp;<\/li><li>Investment bankers can also specialise in the fields like equity capital markets, corporate finance, and debt capital markets.<\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul><li><strong>Insurance broker<\/strong><ul><li>An insurance broker is a middle link between clients (private individuals or commercial businesses) and insurance companies.&nbsp;<\/li><li>This role involves understanding the risks faced by clients, and<strong> identifying insurance policies<\/strong> that provide the appropriate amount of coverage. Many accounting and finance graduates are suited for this type of role.&nbsp;<\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul><li><strong>Self-employment<\/strong><ul><li>If you have considered an <strong>entrepreneurial <\/strong>path, having a strong background and in-depth knowledge of finance will be essential for the success of your business.&nbsp;<\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img src=\"https:\/\/lh6.googleusercontent.com\/PN4-K9gab22v8OlgezXWphPiFa2tgZIT5pcsnWGlD3vULIz4cqJFGSHOMpM4KY57xCnnvv27a7efZy_qBmRKIfIJzaLMYGuSPxhIYigSNsks19LP2VzRkmfkhaDq-AhnshqtkLocte-n3MQ0TmPdIOx9Zu679dr22WX0inpVcTlXSu0ftAVJ9jtB2AyV\" alt=\"\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.state.nj.us\/nj\/employ\/\"><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"gb-headline gb-headline-a3f4fd6a gb-headline-text\"><strong>What should you do next?<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>If you have decided to pursue a career in Finance in the UK, <em>great<\/em>! Making this decision can sometimes be the most difficult step.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The next step is to <strong>select a university<\/strong> to pursue your degree. Check out other posts on our <a href=\"https:\/\/blog.docsity.com\/en\/blog\/\">blog <\/a>that highlight some of the strongest international business and finance programs for you to explore.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Once you\u2019ve been admitted to and committed to a university, we recommend <strong>securing your lodging<\/strong> in your new city. We recommend checking out <a href=\"https:\/\/amberstudent.com\/?utm_source=docsity&amp;utm_campaign=partner\"><strong>AmberStudent <\/strong><\/a>to find student housing in the UK. They\u2019ll help you to find your home away from home.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>And finally, <strong>pack your things<\/strong> and prepare yourself for the adventure of a lifetime: You\u2019re going to university!<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Choosing where to start your career can be a daunting decision.&nbsp; Many students are undecided about their degree choice and unsure about the potential &#8230; <a title=\"9 Careers to Explore with a Finance Degree in the UK\" class=\"read-more\" href=\"https:\/\/blog.docsity.com\/en\/career-guidance\/stage-and-job\/9-careers-to-explore-with-a-finance-degree-in-the-uk\/\" aria-label=\"More on 9 Careers to Explore with a Finance Degree in the UK\">Read more<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1055,"featured_media":63032,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_generate-full-width-content":""},"categories":[9444],"tags":[],"yoast_head":"<!-- This site is optimized with the Yoast SEO plugin v17.2.1 - https:\/\/yoast.com\/wordpress\/plugins\/seo\/ -->\n<title>9 Careers to Explore with a Finance Degree in the UK - Blog EN<\/title>\n<meta name=\"description\" content=\"There are many career options with a finance degree in the UK. 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