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![]() George Washington University Washington, DC At George Washington University, the most popular majors students pursue are...view more | 100 | 44% | 5 | 1,370 - 1,500 | $45,466 | $57,419 | ||
![]() Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University Blacksburg, VA Each year, Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University grants about...view more | 47 | 57% | 1 | 1,250 - 1,430 | $22,205 | $61,080 |
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Public Finance programs prepare individuals to manage the financial assets and budgets of public sector organizations. Includes instruction in public trusts and investments; the laws and procedures used to plan, prepare and administer public agency budgets; and the preparation and analysis of public budget projections and policies.
While Public Finance has degrees up to the Postbaccalaureate certificate, most students study towards a Masters degree. Students study Public Finance all around the US, though the major at the Postbaccalaureate certificate level sees the most graduates in District of Columbia. The average annual income for a graduate with a bachelor's degree in Public Finance is $39,100.
The highest paying jobs for Public Finance majors include Financial Managers, Financial Risk Specialists and Financial and Investment Analysts. But, another thing to think about is how much demand there is for specific careers. Jobs that are in high need that a degree in Public Finance can prepare you for are Financial Managers, Financial and Investment Analysts and Business Teachers, Postsecondary.
These are the highest paying careers for Public Finance majors.
Career | Median Salary | Average Annual Job Openings | Employment 2022 | Employment 2032 | % Change | |
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Financial Managers Treasurers and Controllers Investment Fund Managers | $156,100 | 69,600 | 792,600 | 919,200 | 16% | |
Financial Risk Specialists | $106,090 | 4,400 | 58,900 | 63,700 | 8% | |
Financial and Investment Analysts | $99,010 | 23,000 | 317,200 | 341,400 | 8% | |
Business Teachers, Postsecondary | $97,130 | 8,700 | 99,900 | 106,900 | 7% | |
Budget Analysts | $84,940 | 3,600 | 51,600 | 53,300 | 3% |
These are the careers in highest demand for Public Finance majors.
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