Banking & Finance Technology
Overview
Our Banking and Finance Technology Program is designed to prepare you for and take advantage of the various career opportunities available to them in the progressive 铿乪ld of financial services. It will give you an introduction and overview of the financial services industry. Additionally, our program will provide opportunities for the student or employee to develop basic financial knowledge and abilities, along with the required competencies and social skills necessary for employment and advancement in the 铿乪ld of 铿乶ance.
Employment Opportunities
Qualified bank personnel should experience excellent and consistent employment opportunities in the next decade due to banking and 铿乶ance being the vital operational components of all businesses and industries. Employment trends in bank management, computerized bank operations, loan processing, financial counseling, and financial management are the most recognized opportunities in the banking 铿乪ld. Management skills, confidentiality, and strong character are a must for job prospects. You will find the Banking and Finance Technology Program a reliable and thorough training ground for employment in the financial services industry.
Quick Facts
- Associate of Applied Science: 60鈥63 hrs.
- Career Certificate: 30鈥31 hrs.
- Technical Certificate: 45鈥46 hrs.
- Jackson
- Online
- Face-to-Face
- Online
Sample Curriculum
| Course | Hours |
|---|---|
| Technical English or English Composition I | 3鈥4 |
| Public Speaking I or Interpersonal Communication | 3 |
| Social/Behavioral Science Elective | 3 |
| Humanities/Fine Arts Elective | 3 |
| Mathematics/Science Elective | 3鈥4 |
| Total Hours | 60鈥63 |
| Course | Hours |
|---|---|
| Principles of Banking | 3 |
| Money and Banking | 3 |
| Law and Banking Principles | 3 |
| Bank Teller Operations | 3 |
| Introduction to Microsoft Office | 3 |
| Communication Essentials | 3 |
| Banking and Finance Math or Applied Business Mathematics | 3 |
| Business Accounting or Principles of Accounting I | 3 |
| Professional Development in Financial Institutions or Career Readiness | 3鈥4 |
| Personal Finance or Business Finance | 3 |
| Total Hours | 30鈥31 |
| Course | Hours |
|---|---|
| Consumer Lending | 3 |
| Business Policy | 3 |
| Financial Management | 3 |
| Microsoft Excel I | 3 |
| 蚕耻颈肠办叠辞辞办蝉鈩 | 3 |
| Total Hours | 45鈥46 |
The degree plan provides the courses recommended for students seeking to transfer in this area of study. Students should consult the for specific course requirements at specific Mississippi universities. Students can also use .
Important Program Information
Requirements for Graduation
Employment Opportunities
Qualified bank personnel should experience excellent and consistent employment opportunities in the next decade due to banking and 铿乶ance being the vital operational components of all businesses and industries. Employment trends in bank management, computerized bank operations, loan processing, financial counseling, and financial management are the most recognized opportunities in the banking 铿乪ld. Management skills, confidentiality, and strong character are a must for job prospects. You will find the Banking and Finance Technology Program a reliable and thorough training ground for employment in the financial services industry.