Career opportunities
Graduates
in Family Financial Services have found careers in a variety of occupations both
in and outside of the financial services industry. Examples of career
opportunities in Family Financial Services include:
Personal Financial Planner - Advise family and individuals on specific financial products and services to achieve stated financial goals.
Marketer of financial services Work independently or through financial institutions, brokerage houses, or insurance companies to identify potential clientele, develop promotional materials, and maintain accounts.
Credit Counselor Advise families and individuals experiencing financial difficulties with respect to budgeting and credit use.
Financial Counselor Advise families and individuals on a broad range of financial concerns.
Benefits Administrator Coordinate education programs on employee benefits; evaluate and select providers to participate in professional service benefit programs, including child care givers, financial services providers, and attorneys.
Mortgage and Personal Loan Officer Receive and review loan applications; responsible for administration of loan records and supervision of staff.
Others have used their education in Family Financial Services as a basis for further study in business or law. Many students find courses in Family Financial Services useful in their day to day lives, even if they do not pursue a major in the field.
Aside from the regular job search sites such as CareerBuilder, Monster, and HotJobs, there are several sites that specialize in financial planning and financial services jobs. These include:
Also, the Consumer Sciences Career Services Office may be able to help with job hunting and employment.
