Understanding finance is key to interpreting the global economy and making sound business decisions. The study of finance at Drexel LeBow employs a real-world perspective and experiential learning to provide students with an in-depth understanding of financial markets and how firms raise and allocate capital.
6%
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics
$75,447
Class of 2024, as of Feb. 5, 2026
Finance Career Outlook
Career opportunities for finance students include serving as a financial or credit analyst, bank officer or wealth manager. The major also provides excellent preparation for professional credentials, including the Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) designation and Certified Financial Planner (CFP) certification.
According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, employment for financial analysts is projected to grow faster than the average for all occupations from 2024 to 2034.
What Skills Will You Gain From Majoring in Finance?
Knowledge of investments and markets also equips individuals to manage their personal finances effectively. Studying finance builds analytical, problem-solving and critical thinking skills that are applicable across various industries and roles.
An example of the skills this degree provides includes:
- Asset valuation
- Capital budgeting
- Financial leverage
- Working capital analysis
- Management of information systems
- Techniques for planning and controlling the operations function
Drexel Co-op Outcomes
$22
for finance majors, class of 2024
45%
LeBow class of 2024
The top co-op employers for finance majors include:
- Goldman Sachs
- BlackRock
- Vanguard
I knew I wanted to leave LeBow well-rounded and knowledgeable in every field of business, and co-op showed me which career path I wanted to take going forward.
Sydney McCloud ’19
Incoming Technology Consulting Analyst
SAP
Read more about SydneyWhat Can You Do With a Finance Degree?
There are a multitude of jobs available to someone with a finance degree in a wide range of career fields. Career opportunities for students studying finance include serving as a financial and credit analyst, budgeting officer and securities broker.
Common Job Titles for Finance Graduates
- Actuary
- Appraiser / Assessor
- Budget Analyst
- Buyer / Purchasing Agent
- Capital Services and Mergers Banker
- Consultant
- Corporate Securities Financial Analyst
- Cost Estimator
- Credit Analyst
- Financial Examiner
- Financial Manager
- Insurance Sales Agent
- Insurance Underwriter
- Investment Banker
- Loan Officer
- Management Analyst
- Private Wealth Manager / Personal Financial Planner
- Real Estate Broker / Sales Agent
- Securities Analyst
What Do Finance Graduates Earn?
The average salary reported one year out for finance graduates in LeBow’s class of 2024 was $75,447. Salary outlook can vary greatly depending on the local job market, skill level and work experience.
Where Drexel LeBow Finance Graduates Work
Recent LeBow finance graduates have landed jobs at companies including:
- Apple
- BlackRock
- Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia
- Goldman Sachs
- JP Morgan Chase
- KPMG
- Microsoft
- Paramount
- PwC
- Robinhood
- Vanguard
Professional Organizations
Professional organizations allow you to expand your local and national network while also broadening your skill set through professional development opportunities.
Continuing Education Opportunities in Finance
Many students go on to pursue graduate degrees including the MBA with a concentration in finance and the PhD in Business with a specialization in finance.
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