Finance Outcomes, Careers, and Experiential Learning
Springfield College Post-Graduation Outcomes
In a recent survey of 2024-25 graduates, 90% of graduates who responded from our Finance program reported being employed or enrolled in graduate school.
Employers and Job Titles
Here is a sampling of our past graduates employers and job titles.
| Company Name | Job Title | Location |
|---|---|---|
| Charles Gate Realty | Real Estate Agent | Boston, MA |
| Chubb Insurance | Commercial Underwriting Associate | Irvine, CA |
| Damiano, Burk & Nuttall P.C. | Audit/Tax Associate | Lincoln, RI |
| The Hartford | Financial Analyst | Hartford, CT |
| Travelers Insurance | Pricing Analyst | Hartford, CT |
Graduate School
Many students go on to advance their education in programs like the Springfield College graduate programs.
| College/University Name |
|---|
| Springfield College |
| Suffolk University |
| College of William & Mary |
Career Paths
Career opportunities for Finance majors can be as varied as corporate finance, financial planning, banking, investments, insurance, real estate, and risk management. Finance graduates find opportunities in corporations, financial institutions, government agencies, nonprofit organizations, and small businesses. Finance majors may also choose to pursue graduate study or professional certifications such as the chartered financial analyst (CFA), certified financial planner (CFP), or other credentials related to their career goals.
Sample Career Paths in Finance:
- Budget Analyst
- Compensation, Benefits, and Job Analyst
- Financial Analyst
- Personal Financial Advisor
- Management Analyst
- Commercial Banker
- Credit Analyst
- Investment Banking Analyst
- Risk Analyst
- Fintech/Data Analyst
Internships and Learning Beyond the Classroom
Finance students are encouraged to engage in opportunities that extend learning beyond the classroom and connect academic study with professional practice. These experiences help students build essential career skills, expand professional networks, and prepare for future opportunities.
Opportunities may include internships, participation in case competitions, and presenting research or projects at Scholars in Action Day. Through these experiences, students apply what they learn in the classroom, gain valuable real-world exposure, and grow as confident business professionals.
Here are some examples of recent internship locations:
- Napatree Capital – Longmeadow, MA
- Northwestern Mutual – Financial Rep Intern – Hartford, CT and Springfield, MA
- Western Mass Wheelers – East Longmeadow, MA
