Finance & Real Estate
Explore careers in banking, investment management, corporate finance, consulting, risk management, financial technology, and commercial real estate. These careers focus on analyzing data, solving complex business problems, managing financial resources, and helping organizations make strategic decisions.
The Graduate Career & Professional Development team can help you:
• Explore finance and real estate career paths
• Build a targeted resume and LinkedIn profile
• Prepare for interviews and networking conversations
• Develop a job and internship search strategy
• Help you decide which program is right for you
Contact: gradcareer.business@uconn.edu or directly to Finance & Real Estate coach, Jason.Gorack@uconn.edu
Common Job Titles
Investment & Asset Management
Sample Roles:
• Investment Analyst
• Portfolio Manager
• Trading Analyst
• Private Equity Analyst
Banking & Capital Markets
Sample Roles:
• Investment Banking Analyst
• Commercial Banking Analyst
• Corporate Banking Analyst
• Credit Analyst
Corporate Finance & Strategy
Sample Roles:
• Financial Analyst
• FP&A Specialist
• Business Analyst
• Strategy Analyst
Risk, Audit & Compliance
Sample Roles:
• Risk Analyst
• Internal Auditor
• Regulatory Analyst
• Risk Advisory Consultant
Real Estate
Sample Roles:
• Commercial Real Estate Analyst
• Real Estate Consultant
• Real Estate Appraiser
• Corporate Real Estate Analyst
Consulting & Advisory
Sample Roles:
• Business Advisory Consultant
• Deal Advisor
• Financial Services Consultant
**This is a sampling of career titles, for more career titles explore:
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- Occupational Outlook Handbook
- U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (bls.gov)
- O*NET OnLine (onetonline.org)
Skills Employers Seek
Technical Skills
- Financial Modeling
- Microsoft Excel
- Bloomberg Terminal
- Python
- SQL
- Tableau and Power BI
- Valuation Techniques
- Risk Analysis
Professional Skills
- Communication
- Problem Solving
- Teamwork
- Leadership
- Presentation Skills
- Client Management
- Attention to Detail
Applying and Interviewing
- Tailor your resume and cover letter to each opportunity.
- Quantify accomplishments whenever possible.
- Research the company, industry, and competitors.
- Prepare examples demonstrating leadership, teamwork, and analytical thinking.
- Practice virtual and behavioral interviews.
- Send a thank-you message following each interview.
Related Courses
- FNCE 5101. Financial Management
- FNCE 5151. Introduction to Economic Markets
- FNCE 5202. Investment and Security Analysis
- FNCE 5205. Global Financial Management
- FNCE 5206. Financial Institutions: Management and Capital Markets
- FNCE 5209. Corporate Finance
- FNCE 5310. Introduction to U.S. Capital Markets
- FNCE 5312. Financial Institutions - A Risk Management Approach
- FNCE 5353. FinTech Applications in Risk Management
- FNCE 5409. Advanced Valuation and Portfolio Management
- FNCE 5532. Real Estate Investment and Portfolio Management
- FNCE 5533. Real Estate Capital Markets
- FNCE 6202. Corporate and Institutional Finance
Getting Started
The Office of Graduate Career & Professional Development can assist graduate business students by providing tailored guidance on resume crafting, interview preparation, and networking strategies to enhance internship and post-graduation prospects. Additionally, the team organizes industry-specific events and workshops, connecting students with potential employers and fostering valuable professional relationships.
To explore opportunities in this career cluster, reach out to the team at gradcareer.business@uconn.edu.
