Why Study Finance at OCC?
Finance sits at the heart of every major economic decision made by individuals, businesses, and governments. Every organization, from a startup to a multinational corporation to a government agency must manage money, assess risk, and allocate resources wisely. Finance professionals are essential to that process. Finance consistently ranks among the highest-paying degree fields. Careers in investment banking, financial planning, corporate finance, asset management, and consulting offer exceptional compensation and long-term growth potential. Studying finance sharpens the ability to evaluate risk, model complex scenarios, and make high-stakes decisions under conditions of uncertainty.
What You Will Learn
You will develop a deep understanding of how money, capital, and financial markets function. The program focuses on how individuals, businesses, and governments raise and manage funds to create value and achieve long-term goals. Through the study of investment theory and corporate finance, you will build the analytical and quantitative skills needed to navigate banking systems and global economic forces.
Core skills and competencies include:
- Master corporate finance strategies to maximize shareholder value and manage capital
- Evaluate company performance through detailed financial statement and ratio analysis
- Build and manage investment portfolios while balancing risk and return tradeoffs
- Identify and mitigate financial risks using professional hedging and insurance tools
- Create quantitative models to project financial performance and estimate company value
- Understand how global capital markets and banking institutions facilitate the flow of funds
Where Passion Becomes a Career
A finance degree opens doors to some of the most prestigious and competitive careers available — Wall Street, private equity, venture capital, and corporate executive leadership. Finance students develop a sophisticated understanding of how capital markets, monetary policy, and global economics interact.
Transfer Opportunities
Credits earned at Ocean County College transfer to four-year colleges and universities, giving students the flexibility to continue their education at accredited institutions.
Connect with our Transfer Services team to ensure a smooth path to your bachelor’s degree.
At A Glance
Length
60 credit hours
~2 Years to Complete
Cost
For Ocean County Residents
Summer – $206 per credit
Effective Fall – $216.00 per credit
Modality
In Person
Academic Pathways
This program is designed to transfer. Where you go next is up to you! After earning your degree at OCC, seamlessly transfer your credits to a four-year college or university, setting the stage for continued academic and career success.
Associate
Build a solid foundation in the mechanics of financial markets and the core principles of capital management and corporate decision-making.
Bachelors
Transfer to a four-year institution to specialize in complex areas like investment banking, equity research, or private equity and advanced financial modeling.
Career
Prepare for professional roles in banking, corporate finance, or investment management, equipped with the tools to analyze and manage wealth in a global economy.
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