How will an undergrad accounting degree contribute to a career in finance?
I am an accounting major applying to masters in finance programs. I would like to get into financial analysis. Can you help me make a case that a solid understanding of accounting will be a great help to me as I enter finance? Thanks
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Ummm... I should hope you could grasp this one by now if you're getting your undergraduate degree in accounting and are moving into finance :P. I majored in both and am finishing my master's of accountancy, and the two fields are EXTREMELY connected. Accounting lets you know the facts behind the numbers and how companies came up with them. In other words, a financial analyst who understands little about depreciation might not understand that two companies, who seem the same when using profitability ratios, might use different methods of depreciation. This can help you weed out some of the accounting gimmicks in financial statements (that us auditors also try to find!) and find the true profitability of the company's operations. If one company is making the same profit as another but using an accelerated depreciation, it's operation could be more profitable than they look. It also gives you a better understanding of inventory valuation methods (though this will not be as big a factor with the coming of IFRS), intangible impairments, and how to read the notes to the financial statements to pick out important topics not shown in the financials. Hope that helped a bit :). There are many other reasons why a background in accounting is great for a future in finance, but those are just a few off the top of my head. Good luck on your applications!
Thursday, April 28, 2011
Thursday, April 21, 2011
Are there any programs or grants available to help disabled individuals finance accessible vehicles
Are there any programs or grants available to help disabled individuals finance accessible vehicles?
I have to use a wheelchair to get around and I've heard a lot about programs that help individuals obtain accessible transportation... Does anyone know more about these programs or grants? If not, are there any finance companies that specialize in helping people on fixed incomes? Thank you! I am going back to school.. I am working on my BA of Teaching... and note, I am not looking for handouts or welfare.. I've just simply heard that programs are available. Thank you to everyone who has replied!
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not the vehicle itself, but I know for me Vocational Rehab paid to have modifications to a mini van. I had to pay for the van though. edit: VR will help pay for modifications if you are going to school as well. You would have to push for it a little more, but they will. I was going to college full time and was not working when I got my van. I could prove that what I was going to school for would later on get me a job. I did end up getting a job not long after getting the van.
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if you are working (or enaged in work related activities liek college/job training)--vocational rehba may help teh car companies may help A LITTLE (chrsyler used to give up to $1000
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VR wont help you with your car or getting a car unless its job related. VR is not welfare nor should if be treated as such. VR is rehab. It helps you get back to work when you are disabled. As far as loans. Most any used car dealership will work with you as long as your credit rating is not horrible, like 500 or under, and you got some kind of income. You can buy a car straightout too. Like a used car. I see them all over for $800.00 bucks and under. You can save up your money or you can just buy it straight out. Once you get it you can fix it up some for really cheap. You can like upgrade the battery, get new air, oil, and gas filters , have the oil changed, etc. You can get all that stuff fairly cheap at any auto parts store. Some of that stuff is easy to change out yourself. The stuff that requires crawling under the car I would recommend having someone help you.
I have to use a wheelchair to get around and I've heard a lot about programs that help individuals obtain accessible transportation... Does anyone know more about these programs or grants? If not, are there any finance companies that specialize in helping people on fixed incomes? Thank you! I am going back to school.. I am working on my BA of Teaching... and note, I am not looking for handouts or welfare.. I've just simply heard that programs are available. Thank you to everyone who has replied!
People with Disabilities - 3 Answers
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not the vehicle itself, but I know for me Vocational Rehab paid to have modifications to a mini van. I had to pay for the van though. edit: VR will help pay for modifications if you are going to school as well. You would have to push for it a little more, but they will. I was going to college full time and was not working when I got my van. I could prove that what I was going to school for would later on get me a job. I did end up getting a job not long after getting the van.
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if you are working (or enaged in work related activities liek college/job training)--vocational rehba may help teh car companies may help A LITTLE (chrsyler used to give up to $1000
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VR wont help you with your car or getting a car unless its job related. VR is not welfare nor should if be treated as such. VR is rehab. It helps you get back to work when you are disabled. As far as loans. Most any used car dealership will work with you as long as your credit rating is not horrible, like 500 or under, and you got some kind of income. You can buy a car straightout too. Like a used car. I see them all over for $800.00 bucks and under. You can save up your money or you can just buy it straight out. Once you get it you can fix it up some for really cheap. You can like upgrade the battery, get new air, oil, and gas filters , have the oil changed, etc. You can get all that stuff fairly cheap at any auto parts store. Some of that stuff is easy to change out yourself. The stuff that requires crawling under the car I would recommend having someone help you.
Thursday, April 14, 2011
Will University of Florida accept me into a Bus Admin or Finance program as a transfer with an AA and 3.37 GPA
Will University of Florida accept me into a Bus Admin or Finance program as a transfer with an AA and 3.37 GPA?
Associates of Arts Degree and a 3.377 GPA from a Community College in Florida (St. Petersburg College). All prerequisites taken that are needed for the Business Administration and Finance programs. Would UF accept me?
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You have a solid transfer GPA and I think you will have no problems getting into University of Florida. Best of luck!
Associates of Arts Degree and a 3.377 GPA from a Community College in Florida (St. Petersburg College). All prerequisites taken that are needed for the Business Administration and Finance programs. Would UF accept me?
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You have a solid transfer GPA and I think you will have no problems getting into University of Florida. Best of luck!
Thursday, April 7, 2011
What is the name of a popular finance program
What is the name of a popular finance program?
Personal finance software helps you balance your checkbook and manange your finances. What is the name of a popular personal finance program?
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A few popular ones is Quicken, and Microsoft Money. If you're interested in managing your money, there's an interesting free one at wesabe.com as well.
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what is wrong with a pen and paper works real great if the electric goes off!!!
Personal finance software helps you balance your checkbook and manange your finances. What is the name of a popular personal finance program?
Personal Finance - 2 Answers
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A few popular ones is Quicken, and Microsoft Money. If you're interested in managing your money, there's an interesting free one at wesabe.com as well.
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what is wrong with a pen and paper works real great if the electric goes off!!!
Friday, April 1, 2011
Undergrad Prerequisites for Master's in Finance Programs
Undergrad Prerequisites for Master's in Finance Programs?
I'm about to graduate with my BA in Finance from FAU (a tier 4 school), and I am looking to get my master's degree in Finance (from another institution). After that, I will pursue my PhD in Finance. I have yet to take the GMAT, but I'm scheduled to take it in August. My question is what are the math requirements to get into the majority of the master's programs? I've only taken Calculus 1 and the usual math courses required for a BA. Also, If the answer is that I need more math courses what should I do in terms of where I go? Back to FAU or find another university? Thanks for all the help.
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Math requirements to get into Masters in Finance Programs may be found below.
I'm about to graduate with my BA in Finance from FAU (a tier 4 school), and I am looking to get my master's degree in Finance (from another institution). After that, I will pursue my PhD in Finance. I have yet to take the GMAT, but I'm scheduled to take it in August. My question is what are the math requirements to get into the majority of the master's programs? I've only taken Calculus 1 and the usual math courses required for a BA. Also, If the answer is that I need more math courses what should I do in terms of where I go? Back to FAU or find another university? Thanks for all the help.
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Math requirements to get into Masters in Finance Programs may be found below.
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