Accounting
Job Titles:
Certified Public Accountant, Claims Adjuster, Management Advisory Services, IRS Investigator, Systems and Procedures Analyst, Internal Auditor, Budget Analyst, Tax Consultant, Benefits Administrator, Underwriter, Controller, Credit Specialist, Staff Accountant, Accounting Manager
Potential Employers:
Public Accounting Firms, Government Agencies, Banks & Financial Institutions, Tax-Related Agencies, Non-Profit Organizations, Corporations, Health Care Entities, Insurance Companies
Strategies:
- Plan on a four-year program to meet non-CPA requirements
- Plan on 150 credit hours to meet CPA requirements
- Examine certification requirements for your state
- Consider graduate programs for advanced positions
- Explore opportunities for summer internships and employment
- Become familiar with specialized certification programs
- Develop analytical and problem-solving abilities
- Demonstrate ability to work independently and in groups
- Gain ability to analyze, compare and interpret facts and figures
- Obtain excellent oral and written communication skills
- Seek volunteer opportunities to prepare tax returns
- Demonstrate knowledge of computers and data processing
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Finance
Job Titles:
Actuary, Appraiser, Bank Manager, Loan Administrator, Chief Financial Officer, Claims Examiner, Commodities Trader, Financial Analyst/Financial Planner, Insurance Agent, Foreign Exchange Trader, Investment Banker, Merger/Acquisitions Manager, Mutual Fund Manager, Real Estate Developer, Securities Broker, Trust Analyst
Potential Employers:
Banks, Brokerage Firms, Insurance Companies, Securities Firms, Real Estate Agencies, Investment Firms, Consulting Firms, Federal Reserve Agencies, Government Agencies, Wall Street
Strategies:
- Plan on MBA for best positions
- Take as much Accounting as possible
- Explore opportunities for summer internships and employment
- Become familiar with specialized certification programs
- Develop analytical and problem-solving abilities
- Demonstrate ability to work independently and in groups
- Develop ability to analyze detailed information
- Obtain excellent oral and written communication skills
- Seek experience in sales and leadership
- Demonstrate tact and good judgment
- Gain knowledge of computers and data processing
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Marketing
Job Titles:
Account Representative, Retail Manager, Advertising Executive, International Marketer, Franchise Specialist, Market Researcher, Buyer, Merchandising Manager,
Comparison Shopper, Packaging Specialist, Consumer Affairs Specialist, Product Manager, Customer Service Manager, Public Relations Manager, Inventory Control Specialist, Sales Agent
Potential Employers:
Advertising Agencies, Media Industries, Consulting Firms, Nonprofit Organizations,
Entertainment Industries, Public Relations Firms, Franchise Retailers, Government Agencies, Sports Teams/Athletic Groups, Manufacturers/Wholesalers
Strategies:
- Plan on MBA for most competitive positions
- Acquire good statistical skills and interpretation ability
- Obtain sales experience
- Demonstrate maturity, flexibility, creativity, and tact
- Develop good judgment and decision-making skills
- Gain public speaking experience
- Demonstrate ability to work independently and in groups
- Obtain excellent oral and written communication skills
- Acquire knowledge of computer and data processing skills
- Gain travel experience
- Develop ability to work with tight pressure and deadlines
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Human Resources
Job Titles:
Human Resource Generalist, Personnel Manager, Director of Human Resources, Recruiter, Employment/Placement Manager, EEO Officer, Employment Relations Specialist, Compensation Analyst, Occupational Analyst, Benefits Manager,
Training/Development Manager, Labor Relations Manager
Potential Employers:
Government Agencies, Colleges and Universities, Corporations and Businesses Consulting Firms
Banks and Financial Institutions School Districts
Strategies:
- Consider graduate programs for advanced positions
- Contemplate a minor in Psychology or Communications
- Explore opportunities for summer internships and employment
- Demonstrate ability to work independently and in groups
- Gain cross-cultural experience with a variety of personalities
- Demonstrate knowledge of computers and data processing
- Become familiar with EEO and Affirmative Action Legislation
- Gain Leadership and Leadership Development Experience
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Employment Web Sites
General Career Exploration Website - O*Net
Spotlight on Careers Website (You must be logged into the Bethel network to receive access to this site.)
For current employment websites, type
keywords such as "business employment"
in an online search engine.
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Job Search Sites Specific to Your Major
Accounting Career Network - Anonymously view and apply for jobs, access to the hidden accounting job market, network of recruiters.
AccountTemps - provides temporary and full time staffing.
AnalystJobs.com - an online job search for all analyst positions, including entry level positions and internships.
Army Careers
Banking Jobs - With a free registration you can search banking jobs, submit your resume, apply for job opportunities and contact local recruiters. View hundreds of accounting jobs across the country.
Career Professionals,
Inc. - CPI is an entry-level job placement firm specializing in
assisting candidates who are seeking full-time business-related careers within
the Minneapolis - St. Paul metro area.
Coca-Cola Enterprises Bottling Companies - A
wide variety of positions throughout the United States and Internationally.
Financial-Job-Search.com - Search financial jobs, banking jobs, insurance employment postings, accounting
career opportunities & hot bank careers.
Finbox - is a career intelligence and networking community for financial professionals.
Fins - from the Wall Street Journal, an online resource for finance professionals. Find job search, industry news, company profiles and career advice.
Frito-Lay - Jobs for recent grads.
Land O'Lakes - Search job openings and submit resume.
OneWire is the first online career and recruitment
management tool that connects finance
professionals and companies
Receivables
Control Corporation - RCC manages past due receivables for
companies that ship product to other companies.
Robert Half Finance - provides temporary and full time staffing.
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Internships
Agstar Financial Services - Recruiting for internships typically takes place from
October to January each year. Summer interns are usually selected and notified
by mid-January. Available internships listed on this website.
Retailology.com - Click on Search all College Recruitment Opportunities, then at the
bottom of the page, click on Internships. Includes mainly summer
opportunities in various locations throughout the US. You can search
and apply online. The site is hosted by Federated Merchandising Group,
the largest operator of fine department stores in the United States.
Scottrade - This internship program provides students with a "hands-on" learning experience for
those interested in pursuing a career in the financial industry
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Professional Associations
Accounting:
American Accounting Association
American Institute of Certified Public Accountants
Accounting & Financial Women's Alliance
Association of Certified Fraud Examiners
Institute of Internal Auditors
Institute of Management Accountants
Finance:
American Bankers Association
American Financial Services
National Association of Credit Managers
Women's Institute for Financial Education
Marketing:
American Advertising Federation
American Association of Advertising Agencies
American Marketing Association
Market Research Association
Promotion Marketing Association of America
Public Relations Society of America
Human Resources:
American Management Association
American Productivity and Quality Center
American Society for Training and Development
Int'l Association for Human Resource Information Management
Society for Human Resource Management
Twin Cities Human Resources Association
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Need More Information?
For more information or assistance with an internship, graduate school
or the job search process, please set up an appointment with a Career
Counselor in the Office of Career Development and Calling by calling 651.638.6460 or
stopping by CC322
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